Senior Dog Care

Is your aging dog up at night? A change in your senior dog’s sleep-wake pattern is one of the common signs of canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). If your dog is struggling to get a good night’s rest and you’re concerned that it may be CCD (aka dog dementia), hope and help are here.

If you are searching for a canine cognitive dysfunction checklist, then look no further. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains a bit about canine cognitive dysfunction (i.e. doggie dementia). She also provides an easy to use checklist that can help you determine if your dog is experiencing signs of canine cognitive dysfunction. Finally, she explains how you can help your pup after a dementia diagnosis.

Wondering if dog hospice is the right choice for your sweet pup? Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby invites her friend and pet end-of-life care expert Dr. Dawnetta Woodruff to the blog to discuss this difficult but important topic. Over the years, Dr. Woodruff has had the honor of providing hospice care to countless dogs and their families, making her the perfect person to talk about hospice care for dogs.

Using an appetite stimulant for dogs can be a great way to restore your pup’s joy in eating and give him or her more good days. Learn about at-home strategies and several prescription medications from integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby.

If your vet has recently prescribed gabapentin for your dog, you might be wondering, “What is gabapentin for dogs?” Integrative veterinarian, Dr. Julie Buzby answers that question as she discusses the uses, safety, and side effects of gabapentin for dogs.