Senior Dog Care

Natural supplement for dogs: Are they must-haves or marketing hype? As an integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby has seen firsthand the difference natural supplements can make in the quality of her patients’ lives. Discover what “natural” means and get the nitty-gritty on Dr. Buzby’s seven go-to natural dog supplements. Your dog will thank you for it!

If your senior dog starts to pant, pace, bark, or become agitated or destructive when you leave your home (or just leave the room), separation anxiety in older dogs could be the culprit. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why older dogs might develop separation anxiety and how to recognize it. Plus she provides nine tips for decreasing your senior dog’s separation anxiety.

Signs of arthritis in dogs can start subtly. Even the most proactive pet parent may chalk symptoms up to normal aging or “slowing down.” But as the condition progresses, the symptoms progress too, and end-stage arthritis can be completely debilitating. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby sheds light on the the signs of arthritis in dogs—from early to late-stage arthritis—so you’re prepared to work with your vet and help your dog.

There is no doubt that senior dog supplements are beneficial. But with the vast array of supplements for elderly dogs on the market, how do you ever go about picking the right one? Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses why senior dogs need supplements, defines common supplement terms, and explains how to pick a safe and effective senior dog supplement. Plus she discusses four supplements that are great for older dogs.

Wondering how to crate train an older dog? If so, help is here! Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains why crate training is so important, even for older dogs, and provides easy to follow steps for teaching your senior dog to accept being in the crate. Plus, she answers five common FAQs about crate training.