Dr. Becker

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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
feline audiogenic reflex seizures
Cat Tips

Everyday Sounds That Can Trigger Seizures in Cats

Researchers have identified a new seizure disorder in cats, and bizarrely, it's triggered by common sounds you'd never suspect of being harmful. The top eight seizure-triggering sounds, the age when it's most likely to occur, and how to treat it.
6 min read
dna study origin of dogs
Dog Tips

5 Beloved Dogs You'll Never See Again

They were popular once upon a time, but no matter how hard you search you won't find one today — only similarities in contemporary breeds. So what caused them to vanish without a trace?
4 min read
tibetan spaniel
Dog Tips

A Dog with Cat-Like Qualities, This Easy Breed Is a Charmer

They were bred by monks to look like small lions, and to this day, they are one of the cutest and cuddliest breeds around. Good with other pets, they're considered a comfort dog who makes a devoted companion. Best of all, they come with very few health problems or grooming challenges.
5 min read