Stray Cat Adopted Them, Not the Other Way Around
After moving, a cat began showing up at their door like a 'doorwoman guarding our home!'
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
Ocular Trauma: This Sensitive Injury Merits a Vet Visit
Even if you have the slightest suspicion that your pup has injured this, get him to a vet. Signs of severe trauma may not be immediately obvious, and delay can result in long-term problems. Here's what to watch out for in this very sensitive part of his body.
The Latest in Tests and Treatments for Thyroid Disease in Pets, Part 2
Dr. Becker wraps up her discussion with Dr. Jean Dodds, the leading authority on thyroid disease in pets. Dr. Dodds discusses her recommendations for testing and treatment of canine autoimmune thyroiditis, and why only synthetic thyroxine is appropriate for dogs with this form of the disease.
Little-Known Therapies Giving Pets a Second Chance on Life
They're not the typical tools found in most veterinarians' clinics, but when used on animals in need, the results can be truly miraculous. For this veterinarian, it took a newly crippled dachshund, picked up and shaken by a neighbor dog, to open her eyes to these natural healing methods.
Dog Breaks Into Nursing Home and Becomes a Resident
Scout scaled two fences to get to the nursing home just to sneak in and sleep on this sofa.
This Mistake Could Rob You of Precious Years With Your Cat
You may consider it normal, even cute. And it may be a sign of your amazing generosity and love. But this mistake could rob you of years with your precious cat. And all it takes is a few tweaks to greatly improve your cat's longevity, comfort, and health. Get started today.
Saliva Testing Pins Down Your Dog's Food Sensitivities
Certain foods may not agree with your dog, or you might be baffled by his rumbling tummy, gas, diarrhea, or vomiting. This simple technology breakthrough allows you to find out exactly what is vexing your dog, so you can make him comfortable once again ...
The Hidden Signs of Hypothyroidism You Don't Want to Miss
Sadly, by the time classic symptoms appear, 70% of the thyroid gland may be damaged. These less obvious signs may alert you to a problem early enough to seek help. Plus: NEW technology for detecting food sensitivities for dogs plagued with gas, vomiting, and GI upset.
Is a Thyroid Problem Causing Your Pet's Wasting or Obesity?
Dogs and cats typically exhibit opposite symptoms when experiencing thyroid issues. One will waste away despite eating more, and the other will stack on extra inches without an increase in appetite or caloric intake. Both can be serious, so know the signs for each.
