Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
short legged dogs
Dog Tips

Short and Sweet, but Handle with Care

Do 'shorties' require more visits to the veterinarian? Can they get around by themselves? Know the special needs of short-legged pets and the extra steps you can take to help them live a happy, healthy, and comfortable life.
7 min read
toxic and nontoxic plants for pets
Dog Tips

5 Popular Indoor Plants to Avoid Like the Plague

Houseplants and flowers are lovely for homes, but if you choose one of these five toxic beauties, you may be exposing your pet to toxins that can burn his mouth or cause seizures, arrhythmias, or worse. Select one of these 19 plants instead.
4 min read
how lethal acrodermatitis affects bull terrier
Dog Tips

This Breed Is More Predisposed to Devastating Disease

It appears to be caused by a genetic anomaly that causes deformities, sometimes severe. These pups have incompetent immune systems and will need a special regimen their whole life. But their lifespan is typically only about 2 years.
7 min read
pet skin growths
Dog Tips

If This Grows or Changes, Please See Your Vet in the Next 24 Hours

It's usually not so urgent you need to get to an emergency care center. On the other hand, it's wise to get them in to see your vet within 24 hours. Your vet can perform this test to see what's going on underneath the surface. And that makes all the difference in how you treat it.
5 min read