Dog Mobility

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question “Why is my dog limping?” Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby defines the types of limping in dogs, lists some common causes of limping in dogs, and explains what you can do at home to help your dog feel better until you can see your vet.

Pressure sores on dogs who spend a large amount of time lying down are a very valid concern, especially for senior dogs. And they are a condition where prevention really is the best medicine. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why dogs develop pressure sores, how to recognize and treat bed sores, and most importantly, how to prevent them.

The term “proprioception in dogs (i.e. the ability to tell where the limbs are in space) may not mean much to you until dog starts walking oddly. Then suddenly it becomes a bit more important. Integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby, explains what proprioception is, how we evaluate it, reasons for proprioception loss, possible treatments, and ways to help your dog.

Adequan for dogs is an injectable medication that can help slow the progression of osteoarthritis. It also helps reduce joint pain and other arthritis symptoms. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby highlights all the important information about Adequan so you can have a better idea of if it could be right for your dog

Knuckling in dogs is usually fairly easy to recognize but can signal a variety of conditions. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Buzby discusses the five most common reasons for a dog to start knuckling on a front or back leg and shares some advice about caring for affected dogs.