Do you know your dog’s body condition score? Through an easy, hands-on assessment, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shows you exactly how to determine whether your dog is overweight, underweight, or just right. Plus, it takes just a few minutes to do. To get started, follow Dr. Buzby’s three easy steps and then find your dog’s score using the Purina Body Condition Score chart included at the end of this article.
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Understanding Blood Tests For Dogs: Blood Chemistry, CBC, & More
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.
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.
