Dog Mobility

A torn ACL in dogs (technically called a CCL or cranial cruciate ligament) is a common condition. However, that doesn’t make it less scary when it’s your dog who is limping. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares signs, causes, surgical treatment options, and post-operative recovery for ACL injuries. Learn the facts in this comprehensive guide that includes images of dog ACL X-rays and video of a veterinarian checking the health of a dog’s CCL.

PRP for dogs (i.e. platelet rich plasma) is a promising therapy for dogs with orthopedic problems ranging from tendon or ligament strains to osteoarthritis. To teach you more about how PRP works and if it could be right for your dog, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby invites canine rehabilitation specialist and PRP expert Dr. Britt Carr Benson to the blog.

When a dog has a torn cruciate ligament and needs surgery such as a TPLO, recovery, and everything it entails, can feel daunting. To help address some of the concerns and questions that commonly arise during the recovery period, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby has put together these TPLO recovery FAQs.

Is your dog slipping on the floor? If so, help is here! Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby—whose passion for finding solutions for slipping dogs led to the development of her signature product, Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips® dog nail grips—shares 15 tips to keep your dog from slipping on the floor.

As the parent of a dog, “leg amputation” is a phrase you probably hope you never have to hear in reference to your furry friend. However, sometimes it becomes a necessity to due to injury or cancer. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby understands the many emotions this procedure can evoke and explains everything you need to know about a dog leg amputation with compassion and clarity.