Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
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Cat Tips

Don’t Ignore This Feline Illness Indicator

This is one of the first hints your cat is not well, whether sudden or gradual. But, it can lead to a slippery slope you don't want your kitty to get caught in. So if she stops doing this, a bit of creativity may motivate her. Otherwise, a vet visit is definitely in order.
— 4 min read
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Dog Tips

This One-Way Seasonal Menace Can Kill Your Pet

At this time of year, you can't be too careful when you take your pet outside. If this widely spread menace enters your pet's body through their eyes, ears, mouth, nose, skin, feet or genitals, it can quickly become a one-way deadly battle since your pet's body can't degrade or remove them.
— 5 min read
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Dog Tips

Why Do So Many Vets Fail to Catch This Disease Early?

Too many veterinarians wait for the classic symptoms, which don't show up till late in the game. Or, they wait for full-blown disease to occur. Catching this condition early could allow you to bypass lifelong treatment. Here's the discussion to have with your vet.
— 8 min read
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Dog Tips

Could This Berry Outsmart Aging?

Discover the simple snack that might just be the secret to enhanced longevity and vitality for your furry friends, backed by surprising research findings!
— 5 min read
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