Save Dogs Beaten and Cooked Alive in China
Small dogs are not exempt from the dangers of the meat trade. Warning: Graphic images appear below. They are included to show the reality and severity of the dog and cat meat trade. A dog spends days trapped inside a crowded wire cage without food or water. There is...
Happy Father’s Day from a dog who never had a father
I had no one to come looking when things got hard. My name is Blair and I’m a Pilot Pup rescued by Team 600MillionDogs. Every June, the U.S. celebrates Father’s Day, a time to recognize and appreciate fathers and father figures for the care and support they give in...
IBD in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
IBD in dogs (inflammatory bowl disease) is a condition in which dogs experience chronic vomiting, chronic diarrhea, and other GI signs due to intestinal and/or stomach inflammation. To help dog parents navigate this diagnosis with their dog, integrative veterinarian...
Japan’s Dogs Are Dying in Gas Chambers: Help Them
Behind closed doors, thousands of shelter animals still face the terror of Japan’s gas chambers. Dogs and cats in parts of Japan’s public shelter system are still euthanized inside carbon dioxide gas chambers known as “Dream Boxes.” These sealed metal chambers are...
Sepsis In Dogs: Signs, Treatment, Prognosis
Sepsis in dogs is a serious condition in which the immune system goes overboard in its response to infection, resulting in widespread inflammation that can damage organs, disrupt blood flow, and lead to shock. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby walks you through...
Older Dog Suddenly Hungry All the Time? 10 Possible Reasons
Is your older dog suddenly hungry all the time? As integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains, increased hunger shouldn't be ignored as it can signal a variety of health issues. Learn 10 reasons for an older dog to be hungry all the time and what you should do...
Did she know we were coming?
In Eliza’s eyes, it was clear she no longer expected anyone to notice her. We found Eliza at the back of a residential area, near an open ground where children play. She was standing off to the side and did not leave that spot as we approached. Then she walked toward...
Michelle Riesterer
Michelle Riesterer For 16 1/2 wonderful years, Gabby filled the lives of Jim, Karen, Nick and Kyle with unconditional love, loyalty and joy. She was the best companion.Wether a road trip, stop at a bar, out for a walk, Gabby was happiest being with her people. She...
Good News: Cruelty Punished with Jail in Iowa
Freedom finally replaces fear. A woman in Iowa has been sentenced to two years in prison for animal torture after authorities found one dog dead inside a suitcase and another alive in severe neglect. She also received a separate sentence for neglect, but the judge...
Pedialyte for Dogs: Is It Safe? A Veterinarian Answers
Is it a good idea to use Pedialyte for dogs who might be dehydrated or have an electrolyte imbalance? As integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains, dogs can safely drink small amounts of diluted unflavored Pedialyte in some situations. But there are better...
Osteoarthritis in Dogs: Signs, Stages, What to Do
Osteoarthritis in dogs can be a common affliction of our grey-muzzled companions. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains what osteoarthritis is, how it is diagnosed, and the many options available for helping your senior pup live as long and comfortable a...
Excessive Drooling In Dogs: 9 Causes and When to Go to the Vet
Excessive drooling in dogs can be normal for some breeds or situations. But it may also indicate a variety of problems which may need veterinary attention. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses nine causes of excessive drooling, when sudden slobbering...
7 Books for People Who Prefer Animals to Humans
Charge up your Kindle or Kobo, log into your Libby, or schedule time to visit your local bookstore! It’s summer reading season! I’ve had the pleasure of reading through a dozen or so new releases kindly provided to me by their publishers. These are the 7 best animal...
Help end suffering for 14,000 horses
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s plans to use helicopters to drive horses from above and push them into corrals. A newborn foal can barely stand, yet she is forced to run for her life as a loud helicopter chases her from above. Sharp rocks slice into her soft...
Glaucoma in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Glaucoma in dogs (i.e. high pressure within the eye) can be a painful and sight-stealing condition. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of glaucoma to help devoted dog parents feel more prepared should their...
