Dr. Becker - Bark & Whiskers (Page 2)

Cat Tips

Looks Like a Bobcat but Acts Like a Dog and Begs You to Call Her Adorable

She loves water, lives to take walks on a leash or fetch toys like a dog, responds to commands, and might even feign a growl at times. Plus, she's adaptable to all kinds of living situations. Despite her 50% possibility of this one oddball trait, she truly hopes you'll call her yours.

Food Facts

Cauliflower: A Simple Veggie with a Secret Superpower for Dogs and Cats

Just like broccoli, this cruciferous vegetable contains a powerful compound that can stimulate over 200 genes and has multiple benefits. Here's how to share it with your pets.

Dog Tips

How Often Should Your Dog Get a Potty Break?

What's the upper limit for leaving your dog home alone? And more importantly, how often should they get a potty break for their well-being and comfort? It's a far shorter time than you might think, for very important reasons.

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Dog Tips

How to Recognize Early Signs of Cognitive Decline

Much like humans, many cats and dogs experience declining mental ability as they age. However, it often goes unnoticed until the condition becomes so advanced that there's little you can do to slow its further progression.

Dog Tips

Dogs and Cats Couldn't Be More Different — Here's How They Compare

Especially if you live with both species, you'll surely agree that cats and dogs are different. But do you know exactly how they differ? Do you really know who sleeps more, who's more likely to be healthier and live longer and which species gets along better with others?

Food Facts

Duck Meat: Why Your Pet Might Go Quackers for This Protein Swap

While your dog or cat may enjoy chicken or beef regularly, it's good to introduce them to new flavors every once in a while. This alternative protein may be a healthy, enjoyable way to change things up.

Dog Tips

5 Basic Steps to Boost Your Pet's Health This Year

Would you like to make some changes in how you care for your pet this year to improve health and comfort, and to help save money on vet bills? By following these 5 simple suggestions, you'll help do all that and as a side benefit, you might even discover a greater bond with your pet.

Dog Tips

Your Pet's Eye Discomfort Could Become Critical Overnight — Know the Signs

Ranges from mild to severe, to true medical emergency. And this rubbing is just one of the symptoms. Sadly, it can deteriorate shockingly fast, sometimes even within 24 hours. Learn the telltale signals so you can address it quickly. And grab these dos and don'ts of treatment.

Dog Tips

The Many Ways Your Dog Talks to You That Leave You Clueless

Why does your dog move away when you pet his head or blink after you give him a command? Those are just two of nearly three dozen communication signals that your dog may be sending you each day. How many of them do you understand?

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Looks Like a Bobcat but Acts Like a Dog and Begs You to Call Her Adorable

Cauliflower: A Simple Veggie with a Secret Superpower for Dogs and Cats

How Often Should Your Dog Get a Potty Break?

How to Recognize Early Signs of Cognitive Decline

Dogs and Cats Couldn't Be More Different — Here's How They Compare

Duck Meat: Why Your Pet Might Go Quackers for This Protein Swap

5 Basic Steps to Boost Your Pet's Health This Year

Your Pet's Eye Discomfort Could Become Critical Overnight — Know the Signs

The Many Ways Your Dog Talks to You That Leave You Clueless

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