Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

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

When Emotional Support Animals Cross the Line

As the business of certifying emotional support animals grows - whether it's a snake, dog, or pig - when are you abusing the system that's designed for people who truly need an animal for anxiety or depression? The tale of one large service dog who forced a plane to make an emergency landing.
6 min read
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Cat Tips

If Your Cat Does This, Always Assume There’s a Problem

Then make this your first stop, because this is definitely NOT normal behavior. Don't make the mistake of blaming it on anger problems and hoping for the best. Because this is the No. 1 reason cats are banished to shelters, the outdoors, or euthanized. Find out the hidden cause.
6 min read