Dr. Karen Shaw Becker, a proactive & integrative wellness veterinarian. My goal is to partner with pet parents seeking to improve their pet’s overall health & vitality through wise lifestyle choices.
It's not very often I flat out say not to do something, but I've recently learned that some pet parents actually do this, perhaps out of convenience. It's one of the worst ideas for a number of reasons, which I explain here.
A recent study reveals the extraordinary cognitive abilities of Goffin’s cockatoos, including tools used that could change the way we think about intelligence in the animal world.
Discover the No. 1 most telling sign of this common disease. And if your pet ever gets to the point where she stops doing this, it's a giant red flag and you need emergency care, pronto! Or it can mean organ failure and death within a day or two.
How they deftly manipulate their food is unlike any other bird in the animal kingdom. And they show one eating characteristic that's similar to you and me. But that's not their only claim to fame. Find out about these fascinating birds today.
This chronic problem is so common in cats these days that both owners and veterinarians often consider it normal behavior. But I believe it's a red flag that requires a complete workup. Don't let your vet dismiss it as nothing, insist on these tests to rule out something far more serious.
Deciphering whether your pet's symptoms are a true emergency can be daunting. This article breaks down the essentials of what constitutes a veterinary emergency, helping you make informed decisions during crucial moments.