Senior Dog Care

You love your grey-muzzled companion and want to give him or her the best life possible. But where do you find the best things for senior dogs that will help them through their golden years? As an integrative veterinarian with over 20 years of experience caring for aging dogs, Dr. Julie Buzby shares her “A list” of 18 essentials for senior canine companions. Help is here.

Carprofen for dogs is one of the most common non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) veterinarians prescribe for dogs. So there is a good chance your dog will take it at some point in his or her life. To help you understand a bit more about this helpful pain medication, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the uses, dosage, side effects, and contraindications of carprofen for dogs.

Enrichment for senior dogs isn’t just a way to keep your senior dog happy. It is good for his or her brain health too! Discover how physical activity and mental stimulation for senior dogs can help delay the onset of cognitive dysfunction from integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby.

Pet loss support, such as pet loss support groups, can bring a measure of peace and comfort after the heartbreaking loss of a beloved pet. To help you understand the different options and find the ones that are right for you, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby invited end-of-life-care veterinarian Dr. Dawnetta Woodruff to share some of her favorite pet loss resources.