Thanks to the ONCEPT® melanoma vaccine, dogs with oral melanoma (i.e. a cancerous tumor in the mouth) are living longer. This is fantastic news for these dogs and their devoted parents. On the invitation of integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby, veterinarian Dr. Dawnetta Woodruff shares her dog Bert’s experience with the melanoma vaccine and answers some melanoma vaccine FAQs.
Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
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.
Dog Wagons and Dog Strollers: A Veterinarian’s Guide
Can Enalapril for Dogs Help Your Senior Dog?
Enalapril for dogs is a medication veterinarians may use to treat congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or urinary protein loss. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby fills pet owners in on everything they need to know about enalapril—the uses, side effects, dosing information, precautions, and more.
GME in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
GME in dogs is an inflammatory neurologic condition which can cause a range of problems from seizures to blindness. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for GME in an effort to help support and empower dog parents whose dogs may be facing this difficult diagnosis.
Why Foxtails + Dogs = Danger
Foxtails and dogs are a bad combination. Just ask Dr. Jessica Harris, a veterinarian who lives and works in prime foxtail country and has seen firsthand the damage this plant can do to a dog’s body. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby invited Dr. Harris to the blog to share some words of wisdom, including how to recognize foxtails, the signs of foxtails in different locations, and how to treat and prevent foxtail problems.
