Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
canine cognitive dysfunction
Dog Tips

5 Classic Signs of Canine Aging You Should Never Ignore

It can strike dogs as young as age 6. By age 11, it affects 50% of dogs and by age 15, 68%. What's more, if you recognize the signs you can set the stage to help them ease through their senior and geriatric years with more purpose and companionship, and less pain.
— 6 min read
can you feed sardines to your pet
Food Facts

Big Benefits from the Tiniest Snack

Served properly and obtained from the right sources, this oily saltwater fish contains healthy fats that can help boost your pet's health, while being a scrumptious snack.
— 8 min read
5 puppy milestones
Dog Tips

When Is Your Puppy No Longer a Puppy?

There's no one straight answer to this as it can depend upon the breed and their size. Here's what to expect as your little fluff ball moves through each stage of puppyhood and beyond.
— 4 min read
how to control dog shedding hair
Dog Tips

Bad Advice for Pet Hair, Almost Never Recommended

The average dog has about 15,000 hairs per square inch — 15 times the density of human hair. No wonder shedding is a problem (even in so-called hypoallergenic breeds). Many factors affect the amount of shedding. There are steps you can take, but please avoid this bad advice.
— 5 min read
plants that can kill your pet
Dog Tips

4 Plants That Can Kill Your Pet

Would you be able to recognize these plants if you saw them? Tragically, a couple from Illinois vacationing in South Carolina didn't know a plant in their backyard was poisonous until both of their young, healthy dogs started vomiting non-stop — and died hours or days later.
— 8 min read
5 diseases causing dog blue eyes
Dog Tips

Are Your Pup's Eyes Turning Cloudy or Blue? It Could Be This

Five different diseases can cause your dog's eyes to take on a cloudy or bluish appearance. Some are benign and don't significantly affect vision and other diseases can lead to blindness, especially if left untreated. If you notice a change in your pet's eyes, don't just chalk it off to aging.
— 4 min read
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