Happy, Healthy Dog Care

Are there holiday dangers for dogs lurking in your home? From Christmas decorations to candy canes, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby uncovers 10 common Christmas culprits that can be hazardous for your dog. Learn how to protect your dog and keep the season merry for your canine companion.

Looking for a delicious homemade holiday dog treat to stuff in your dog’s stocking? Wishing your dog could have his or her own holiday-themed cut-out cookies? Look no further! Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares her favorite pup-kin dog cookie recipe. This recipe has been reviewed by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist and also got “four paws up” from our canine taste testers.

Small dogs aren’t just the “fun sized” or “miniature” version of big dogs. Instead, they have their own set of joys and challenges. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby recently welcomed a Chihuahua named Beanie to her heart and home. Based on that experience, and her newfound love of Chihuahuas, she compiled these five small dog life tips

Which dog vaccines are absolutely necessary? This is a common question and a good one. We all want to do what is best for our pups. To help you make that decision, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby takes an in-depth look at dog vaccinations and gives her take on the answer to that question.

Ever wondered how to clean a dog’s ears? In some cases, improper cleaning techniques can cause pain and damage to your dog’s ears. To keep this from happening, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby gives you some ear cleaning “dos” and “don’ts” and detailed step-by-step instructions that will turn you into an ear-cleaning pro in no time.