Sometimes determining if it is heat stroke vs. heat exhaustion in dogs isn’t black and white, especially for dog parents. To provide a quick reference guide to heat-related illnesses in dogs, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby teamed up with emergency veterinarian Dr. Kathryn Williams. Dr. Williams explains the basics of heat stroke and heat exhaustion. And she shares when to go to the vet and how to prevent heat-related illnesses.
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Dog Car Sickness: Why Do Dogs Get Car Sick?
Dog car sickness can put a damper on car trips. Your poor dog feels nauseous and anxious. And if your dog vomits in the car, you are left with clean-up duty. To help remedy this problem, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby wrote this two-part series on dog car sickness. In part one (this article) she discusses the factors that contribute to dog motion sickness, the symptoms to watch for, and what to do if your dog gets car sick. Then, in part two, she provides a multitude of dog car sickness remedies.
Dog Nose Hyperkeratosis: 9 Causes
Dog nose hyperkeratosis (which shows up as a dry, crusty, and/or cracked nose) can be unsightly and sometimes even uncomfortable for affected dogs. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby takes a look at nine reasons a dog may develop nasal hyperkeratosis and discusses how best to help soothe and moisturize your pup’s sniffer.
Prednisone for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, Helpful Tips
How To Keep Dogs Cool in Summer: 17 Ways to Beat the Heat
Figuring out how to keep dogs cool in summer is important not only for their comfort, but also for their health and wellbeing. Sadly, heatstroke claims the lives of hundreds of dogs each summer, and it is largely preventable. To help you figure out how to keep your pup cool, comfy, and safe this summer, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby provides 17 cooling strategies.
