Tomatoes: Healthy or Harmful? What Every Pet Owner Should Know About This Fruit
This red fruit is renowned for its bioactive compound, lycopene, which may support your pet's well-being in a multitude of ways.
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
It's All the Rage in the Pet World — And a Boon for Our Favorite Animals
In recent years, pets have enjoyed a 300% boost in this positive trend. That's a big plus for our beloved animal companions. And hey, even some industry insiders now acknowledge it, which constitutes a major awakening. Are you helping drive this new trend?
Your Cat's Grooming Habits — What's Normal and What's Not?
A normal feline behavior, self-grooming consumes a large chunk of a cat's awake time. But when does it exceed the norm and turn into a compulsive disorder? Here's how to tell if your kitty is an overgroomer.
What Is Your Vet Not Telling You About These Pet Meds?
Could your pet's prescribed drugs contain hidden dangers? Learn how to identify and prevent a deadly syndrome caused by everyday medications.
Boston Terrier — The All-American Dog That Gets Along with Anyone, Anywhere
This playful, affectionate breed gets along well with children, seniors, and even strangers. And he's content living in an apartment or on a farm. The first non-sporting dog bred in the US, you'll be proud of your super-intelligent 'American Gentleman.'
The Two Germiest Pet Items in Your Home
Your pet is less likely to be bothered by these germy things than you are. Unfortunately, the list of potential pathogens is long and risky. Because of the risk, it's critical to take these actions to safeguard your home.
Can Trigger Blindness, so Please Don't Ignore
Often characterized by vets as urgent but it's smart to know when urgent turns into an emergency, so you don't waste time when moments can define whether or not your pet loses her vision, or her eye. Plus, this simple trick can be a godsend as a quick prevention tool.
It's Like a Pandora's Box for Your Poor Pet
This singular-sounding disorder mimics so many far-ranging issues it's a nightmare to try to figure out what's really going on. Fortunately, if you eliminate some or all of these five common triggers, you hedge your bets against problems.
Makes Your New Pup Feel Unsafe, Unloved and Insecure Right from the Get-Go
Do you start off on the right foot or the wrong one when bringing home a puppy or adult dog? Most first-time (and even repeat) pet parents wrongly assume it's simple — so they wing it. Have you ever made any of these five mistakes tied to a potential lifetime of suffering? Please don't repeat them.
