A dog ear hematoma is a pocket of blood that accumulates in a dog’s ear flap, usually due to trauma or excessive head shaking. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention for ear hematomas so dog parents know what to watch out for.
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Searching for a trusted resource on senior dog care, dog wellness, and dog health issues? As an integrative veterinarian with 20+ years of experience, Dr. Julie Buzby shares comprehensive information on canine topics you care about. From senior dog health problems like canine arthritis to everyday dilemmas like stopping a dog's nail from bleeding, no dog health topic is too big or small. Find thoughtful answers, delivered with a healthy dose of encouragement, in Dr. Buzby's award-winning dog blog.
How Can You Tell if Your Dog’s in Pain? A Vet Explains
How can you tell if your dog’s in pain? Unfortunately, chronic pain in senior dogs has a way of flying under the radar for a while unless you know what to look for. To help decode what your dog is trying to tell you, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby describes the sometimes subtle changes in your dog that may indicate he or she is in pain. Plus she explains what to do if you see signs of pain.
Why Do Dogs Eat Poop? A Vet Explains
Why do dogs eat poop? It’s a pretty disgusting behavior, especially when your dog then wants to give you kisses or breathe in your face. To help dog parents understand and address poop eating, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the reasons dogs eat poop and twelve things you can do to discourage (or stop) this behavior.
Blue Green Algae and Dogs: Symptoms, Prevention
Blue green algae and dogs create a potentially deadly combination, and this very real hazard often catches dog parents unaware. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby is here to spread the word and arm you with information about blue green algae toxicity in dogs. Get the facts so you can safeguard your canine companion from this toxin.
Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws? A Veterinarian Explains
If you are listening to your dog incessantly lick and chews his or her paws and wondering “Why do dogs lick their paws?”, this article is for you! Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses two normal and seven abnormal reasons for dogs to lick their paws. Then she explains how your veterinarian will diagnose and address these different causes of paw licking, and what you can do at home to help your dog.
