Dr. Becker - Bark & Whiskers

Cat Tips

The Loving Action Every Cat Needs — Skip It, and You'll Live to Regret It

Behavioral expert reveals how to resolve this vexing but instinctive behavior. Note: There's a right way and an inhumane way to fix the problem. Be sure to choose the right one. Add these lures for a more sure result.

Food Facts

This Refreshing Snack with Surprising Benefits for Pets

Known for its juicy, sweet taste, this fruit's popularity shouldn't come as a surprise. But did you know that it's loaded with bioactive compounds that may help boost your pet's immunity?

Dog Tips

This Twice Yearly Test Could Help Save Both Your and Pet's Health

Your dog or cat could pass this on to you, and it can be a source of digestive issues for you both. Disgusting to talk about, many owners would prefer to ignore the topic or brush off occasional symptoms. But because you and all your furry family members may be at risk, you must be informed.

can you feed romaine lettuce to your pets

Food Facts

Could This Crunchy Treat Be the Key to Your Pet's Health?

Summer salads wouldn't be complete without this crispy green veggie. Although it's 90% water, it still offers nutrients that may help support your pet's well-being.

Dog Tips

The Little Tumor That's Almost Always Deadly

There's only one treatment for this small tumor that causes your pup pain and discomfort. What to do if that treatment fails. Plus, how you can make your beloved pet's life more comfortable and help him maintain his quality of life.

Dog Tips

Could This Surgery Give Your Pet a Second Chance?

Provides an immediate and profound solution for affected pets who suffer from this debilitating condition. They wake up from anesthesia and it's a brand new world. It's such an incredibly rewarding surgery to behold.

Dog Tips

Eating Just One of These Can Be Fatal to Your Pet

It's very important that you not treat these with disregard, despite their low worth fiscally. If your dog (or cat or bird) decides it's a fascination and eats it, death may follow. And it's so simple to prevent, just by being careful about where you store it.

Food Facts

Strawberries: A Fresh, Healthy Treat Your Pet Will Thank You For

It can be added to smoothies, desserts, pies — and to your pet's food bowl! Not only is this fruit rich in flavonoids and antioxidants, but it also contains a component that may help whiten your pet's teeth, for a brighter smile. Find out how to safely give it to your pets.

Special Species

How to Make Your Hamster Happier

Hamsters raised in one type of environment were happier and more optimistic than their hamster peers. If you have a hamster as a pet, here's what to do to make your hamster happy.

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

The Loving Action Every Cat Needs — Skip It, and You'll Live to Regret It

This Refreshing Snack with Surprising Benefits for Pets

This Twice Yearly Test Could Help Save Both Your and Pet's Health

Could This Crunchy Treat Be the Key to Your Pet's Health?

The Little Tumor That's Almost Always Deadly

Could This Surgery Give Your Pet a Second Chance?

Eating Just One of These Can Be Fatal to Your Pet

Strawberries: A Fresh, Healthy Treat Your Pet Will Thank You For

How to Make Your Hamster Happier

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