by 600milliondogs.org | Oct 7, 2026 | Animal Story
Today is National Cat Day, a day to celebrate cats and remember the millions still living without a home. One of them was a kitten named Iris. Two years ago, a stray mother cat gave birth outdoors in a California backyard. Her kitten, Iris, was found weighing less...
by 600milliondogs.org | Oct 7, 2026 | Animal Story
October is National Pet Wellness Month, dedicated to helping companion animals stay healthy and improving their quality of life. 59% of dogs and 61% of cats assessed by veterinary professionals in the U.S. were overweight or had obesity. Excess weight can contribute...
by Julie Buzby DVM, CAVCA, CVA | Oct 5, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark, Senior Dog Care
When your senior dog suddenly acts strange and out-of-sorts, it is unnerving. The good news is that dramatic symptoms don’t always mean a devastating diagnosis. Dr. Julie Buzby, integrative veterinarian and founder of Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips®, shares her experience...
by Maggie Marton | Oct 4, 2026 | Products and Reviews
I wish I could keep all my pets happy and enriched every single day. We do our walks. We feed them healthy food. We train. We play. But not always a lot. Not always enough. Sometimes our busy family’s schedule means they’re home alone for longer one weekend, or...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Oct 1, 2026 | Happy, Healthy Dog Care, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
The DHPP vaccine, also called the DAPP, “5-in-1,” or distemper vaccine, is a vital part of your dog’s preventive healthcare because it protects against a number of infectious diseases that cause severe illness, and sometimes even death. Integrative veterinarian Dr....
by Deeanne Matz | Oct 1, 2026 | dog calendar, dog lover gift, Events and Announcements, General News, holiday gift dogs, ODH, ODH calendar, ODH Calendars, ODH fundraiser, Old Dog Haven, Old Dog Haven 2022, senior dog rescue, Washington State nonprofit
Wonderful photos of our Final Refuge dogs – inspiring “tails” that will warm your heart … the 2027 Old Dog Haven calendar is available online here (for online donations of $40 or more; please mark the ‘send me a calendar’ box! Our calendar makes a wonderful holiday...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Sep 28, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
Wondering “Why is my dog so gassy?” as you cover your nose with your shirt, hold your breath, or escape to a different room? Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses 13 reasons dogs might be extra gassy and explains when a gassy dog should go to...
by 600milliondogs.org | Sep 28, 2026 | Animal Story
Today is World Rabies Day, a reminder that rabies still kills an estimated 59,000 people every year. A nine-year-old girl in India was one of them. She was bitten by a dog near her home in India. The girl was afraid of the anti-rabies injection and did not receive...
by 600milliondogs.org | Sep 25, 2026 | Animal Story, Petitions
In Sri Lanka, an island nation in South Asia, a visually impaired elephant was searching for food near homes when three men allegedly chased him with flaming torches. One of the men allegedly set fire to his body. The elephant suffered severe burns. Veterinarians...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Sep 24, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
Leptospirosis in dogs (lepto) is a serious bacterial infection that commonly targets the kidneys and liver, and poses a risk for city dogs as well as country dogs, and their parents too. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains how leptospirosis is...
