Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
toxic and poisonous plants to pets
Dog Tips

Just Sniffing This Poisonous Plant Could Be Deadly to Your Pet

Your pet doesn't even have to ingest it - just drinking the water from the vase or touching their nose to the pollen could be enough to kill them IF it's one of these 12 poisonous plants. If you're not 100% sure you could recognize all 12, take the time now before it's too late.
5 min read
aging dog behavior changes
Dog Tips

8 Unexpected Signs of Aging

Physical changes aren't the only sign your pet is getting older. Many pet owners don't expect these changes, and may mistake them for deliberate disobedience or aggression when they begin to appear. Ten ways to enhance your aging pet's quality of life.
6 min read
grieving cat
Dog Tips

How to Help Your Pet Deal With Grief

Both dogs and cats can experience sadness and grief at the passing of a beloved human or animal companion, sometimes profoundly. How can you tell if your pet is affected? The signs to watch for and 10 ways to help them cope.
5 min read