To brace or not to brace? If your beloved dog has an ACL/CCL injury, a dog ACL brace may seem like the obvious answer. But is it? Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby lays out definitive information about the dog ACL brace and whether it’s a preferable option over other treatment methods. If you want the facts, the pros/cons, and a vet’s point of view, this editorial is a must-read.
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.
Three-Legged Dogs: 3 Tips for Safety & Success
Why Your Dog Is Afraid of Hardwood Floors & 5 Practical Solutions
Is your dog afraid of hardwood floors? Dogs who are slipping on smooth surfaces live in fear. So much so, that the dogs’ fear of walking from point A to point B in their homes can affect the way they interact with their families.
If this is true for your dog, let’s dig deeper to understand how a dog’s fear of hardwood floors changes daily routines, lowers confidence, takes a toll on the dog’s body, and clearly impacts quality of life. Most importantly, let’s discuss five solutions that may help your dog.
Pets and Hurricanes: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Evacuating with Pets
Especially during a hurricane evacuation or other emergency, your furry family members need your love, care, and attention. Having traveled with her dogs while evacuating for Hurricanes Florence, Irma, and Matthew, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby shares 10 tips for preparing your family—furry and otherwise—for a disaster.
Best Dog Nail Clippers for “DIY” Dog Owners
Which dog nail clippers are the best? Easiest to use? Cut like a knife though warm butter? As an integrative veterinarian who has trimmed thousands of nails, Dr. Julie Buzby shares which type of dog nail clippers she not only recommends, but also carries in her own purse for dog nail trimming emergencies. 🙂