Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
telltale signs cat dog suffers from ocd
Dog Tips

Licking, Pacing, Tail-Chasing? It Might Be More Than a Quirk

The bad news is that pets can suffer from OCD just like people. Here are the telltale signs your pet may be among them. Fortunately, there are things you can do to mitigate these behaviors, without necessarily needing to resort to pharmaceuticals and their side effects.
— 5 min read
lethargy in dogs cats
Dog Tips

The Common Symptom of Many Pet Disorders

If your pet is doing this, it can be a sign of illness, behavioral problems, and more. Of course, knowing your pet's norm is mandatory, in order to tell when this crosses the line from normal to excessive and becomes a red flag requiring immediate help.
— 4 min read
thyroid testing feline hyperthyroidism
Cat Tips

Ask Your Vet to Run This Test Annually After Age 7

You can treat it with many natural remedies, but only if caught early. Since it's a common age-related condition that 10% of older pets suffer from, you'll want to start checking for it annually at age 7. But quiz your vet about these often misinterpreted results too.
— 6 min read
saltwater poisoning dogs
Dog Tips

Saltwater — A Hidden Risk to Your Dog at the Beach

If you love spending time at the oceanfront with your dog, saltwater consumption is a little-known, but deadly, risk to be aware of. It takes only a small amount of salt to lead to debilitating symptoms; here's what to watch out for and how to keep your dog safe at the beach.
— 5 min read
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