Happy, Healthy Dog Care

Can dogs have ginger? Yes, but there are some important caveats. When given in the correct form and amount, ginger has many benefits and is safe for most dogs. Learn how ginger can help your dog, the forms of ginger that are—and aren’t—safe for dogs, the side effects to watch for, and which dogs shouldn’t have ginger. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby answers your questions.

The DHPP vaccine, also called the DAPP, “5-in-1,” or distemper vaccine, is a vital part of your dog’s preventive healthcare because it protects against a number of infectious diseases that cause severe illness, and sometimes even death. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains which diseases the DHPP vaccine covers, the risks and benefits, and the vaccine schedule.

Especially during a hurricane evacuation or other emergency, your furry family members need your love, care, and attention. Having traveled with her dogs while evacuating for Hurricanes Florence, Irma, and Matthew, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares 10 tips for preparing your family—furry and otherwise—for a disaster.

For some dogs, anxiety in the crate can be a big problem. They whine, bark, drool, and potentially even injure themselves trying to get out. Thankfully, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby is here to help. She explains how to recognize crate anxiety and why dogs tend to get anxious in the crate. Then she provides 10 actionable tips for addressing your dog’s anxiety in the crate.

Why do dogs eat poop? It’s a pretty disgusting behavior, especially when your dog then wants to give you kisses or breathe in your face. To help dog parents understand and address poop eating, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the reasons dogs eat poop and twelve things you can do to discourage (or stop) this behavior.