by Dr. Julie Buzby | Feb 25, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
A dislocated hip in dogs is painful and stressful, but thankfully the outlook is generally good with prompt veterinary care. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the causes and symptoms of hip dislocations and the surgical and non-surgical treatment...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Feb 24, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
Hyperkeratosis in dogs (build up of keratin and skin cells) can cause changes to the texture and appearance of the nose and/or foot pads. Sometimes it is just a cosmetic issue, but other times hyperkeratosis becomes painful or points to a bigger problem. Integrative...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Feb 19, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
Melanomas of a dog’s skin or paws (cutaneous melanomas) are growths that arise from pigment producing cells and may be benign or malignant. Integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains the causes, locations, appearance, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Feb 12, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
If you see your dog’s teeth chattering, you might start to wonder if he or she is just cold or if it could be a sign of a health problem. To help answer that question, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby explains what dog teeth chattering might mean and what you...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Feb 9, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
Hygromas in dogs are soft pockets of fluid that may appear on a dog’s elbows, hocks, or other bony prominences. While they do go away with prompt treatment, it is also important for dog parents to understand how to decrease the chances of a hygroma forming in...
by Dr. Julie Buzby | Feb 4, 2026 | Common Dog Health Problems, Our Blog: The Buzby Bark
In dogs, eye infections can cause red irritated eyes and various types of eye discharge. To help dog parents recognize when their dog might have an eye infection and know what to do, integrative veterinarian Dr. Julie Buzby discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis,...
