Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

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

How to Help Make Your Home a No-Feuding Territory

Problems with feuding felines? Not only are fights distressing for them, they can be very upsetting to the humans sharing their home. Before you rehome one or more, try this step-by-step process to help foster a peaceful coexistence.
— 6 min read
thc toxicosis in dogs
Dog Tips

Don't Let Your Best Friend Get the Wrong Kind of Buzz

It's the THC in cannabis that can poison your dog, so how can you know which products are okay to use for or around your pet? Just because certain cannabidiol (CBD) oils may be harmless for dogs and cats doesn't mean other products won't trigger a frightening reaction.
— 6 min read
endangered grizzly bear
Special Species

Should Grizzly Bears Be Revived in California?

Not one has been sighted in California for 90+ years though 10,000 once roamed there. Many people oppose re-introducing them because of their aggressiveness and the large population base. Would you be comfortable meeting one of these in the wild?
— 4 min read
snakebites in dogs
Dog Tips

If a Snake Bites Your Pet, Never Do This

No matter what type of snake is involved, a snakebite should always be considered an emergency, even if you don't notice immediate symptoms. You may be inclined to take these first aid measures, but don't. They could make the situation worse.
— 5 min read