Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
dog park safety tips
Dog Tips

10 Things You Should Know and Do Before Entering Any Dog Park

Most pet parents don't realize that every time you set foot in a dog park, you assume risks of injury and disease. To top it off, not every healthy and active pet even enjoys going to one. Ten dog park safety tips to know, so both you and your dog leave the park as healthy as you entered.
— 5 min read
beans processed pet food
Dog Tips

Boycott Food Brands with This Labeling Trick

Check your pet food labels today for this. This stunt lets them load up with cheap unsuitable ingredients, yet still show meat as the first ingredient. They hope you'll be none the wiser. Case in point example included. Don't be duped by this cunning trick.
— 5 min read
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.
— 5 min read
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