Dr. Becker

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

10 Signs Your Dog May Have a Headache

Because dogs and humans share more than 80% genetic similarity, researchers believe dogs get headaches, even migraines, like humans. Of course they can't tell you their head hurts, but if you watch carefully, these 10 signs may signal a clue.
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Food Facts

A Simple Spice That May Soothe Your Pet's Tummy

Consumed as a spice and valued as an herbal medicine for centuries, this aromatic rhizome is rich in various bioactive compounds that possess powerful healing properties, including calming your pet's tummy troubles. Find out how you can incorporate ginger into their meals.
7 min read
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Dog Tips

5 Triggers That Can Turn a Drooler Into a Water Machine

Dogs drool by nature but some can act like they have stuck-open spigots in their mouths. Be prepared and know what kinds of situations can make it worse (if you don't already). Plus, abnormal drooling that may be a red flag for a health problem.
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Dog Tips

Breeders Cross 2 Popular Dogs to Create the Latest Fashion Mutt

When you combine two breeds, you expect to get the best traits of both, but that's not guaranteed. There can be a wide variety in personality and appearance, even in those pups born from the same parents. Here's what they got when they crossed two of the most well-loved purebred dogs.
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