When your vet starts talking about blood tests for dogs, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by all the different acronyms and tests. To help you sort through the alphabet soup that can go along with blood work, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby created this easy-to-use guide to blood tests. Plus she offers some tips to help you understand your dog’s blood tests.
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet? Answers By Age
“How often should I take my dog to the vet?” If you are asking yourself this question, why not ask the expert in vet visits—a veterinarian. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the veterinary visit schedule for dogs of all ages, and why those visits are so vital. Plus she answers some vet visit FAQs to help you and your pup have a smooth and calm trip to the vet.
14 Vegetables Dogs Can Eat (And May Just Love)
It can be overwhelming to know which foods to feed your beloved senior dog. And while there are some fabulous commercial foods out there, you can easily supplement your dog’s diet with whole foods that pack a nutritious punch. On the blog this week, Dr. Julie Buzby, DVM, shares what a high-quality diet should look like and nine vegetables dogs can safely eat.
Can Dogs Have Peppermint? Is Peppermint Oil Safe for Dogs?
While peppermint in some forms and in small amounts may not cause issues for dogs, peppermint oil—especially when undiluted or in large quantities—can be problematic. And peppermint candies that contain xylitol or chocolate? They are downright dangerous. Keep your dog safe and get clear answers to questions like, “Can dogs have peppermint?” and “Is peppermint oil safe for dogs?” from integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby.
How Do I Find Veterinary Specialists Near Me and What Do They Do?
Googling “veterinary specialists near me”? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide to veterinary specialties, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explain how a specialist differs from a general practice veterinarian, and what each specialist does. Plus, she provides a link to the searchable database for each specialty, making it easy to locate a particular specialist near you with just a few clicks of your mouse.