Dr. Becker - Bark & Whiskers (Page 2)

Food Facts

Spinach: Tiny Leaves, Big Benefits — How Spinach Supports Your Pet's Health

This leafy vegetable offers beneficial nutrients but also contains oxalates. If your pet has a genetic predisposition to calcium oxalate bladder stones, make sure to consult your veterinarian before adding it to their food bowl.

Dog Tips

5 Beloved Dogs You'll Never See Again

They were popular once upon a time, but no matter how hard you search you won't find one today — only similarities in contemporary breeds. So what caused them to vanish without a trace?

Dog Tips

A Dog with Cat-Like Qualities, This Easy Breed Is a Charmer

They were bred by monks to look like small lions, and to this day, they are one of the cutest and cuddliest breeds around. Good with other pets, they're considered a comfort dog who makes a devoted companion. Best of all, they come with very few health problems or grooming challenges.

Dog Tips

Got Cats and Dogs? Do This in a Pinch, but Don't Make It a Habit

You're more likely to do this if you have both a cat and a dog, but making a habit of it could mean stunted growth and a failure to thrive. And surely, you don't want to jeopardize their health over this common misconception.

Dog Tips

Pet Owners Ditch This Nightmare After Studies Suggest It's Useless

Degenerative diseases are soaring, so you need to know how to protect your pet and help them thrive. And doing this is your best weapon. Yet they hope to make you fall for their gimmicks, at the expense of your pet's health and your wallet. Be wise.

Dog Tips

Don't Mistake This for a Superfood, a Few Slurps Could Kill Your Pet

Just because your pet has never become ill after engaging in this enjoyable canine pastime doesn't mean he's immune. He's been lucky, that's all. Find out why you need to always have a watchful eye out, especially after he's had his fun and games.

Food Facts

Blackberries: Is This Brain-Boosting Fruit the Secret to a Healthier Pet?

What this fruit lacks in size, it makes up for in health benefits, as it offers an array of polyphenols with impressive antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties. Offer your pet a few bites and let them enjoy this fruit's delicious flavor and nutrition.

Dog Tips

Mycotoxins Are Raging — Avoid These 8 Common Ingredients Now

High levels of these dangerous fungal chemicals are showing up in 2016 crops, and several of them are common ingredients in pet foods. Check your labels now and seriously consider upgrading your pet's food.

Dog Tips

This Common Condition Can Shave 2 1/2 Years Off Your Pet's Life — Yet Many Are Completely Oblivious

Sadly, it affects 52.6% of dogs and 57.6% of cats, and can lead to an array of conditions. It can even make your pet arthritic and unable to get around. There are posh solutions to address the problem, but do you actually need to spend that money to keep your pet healthy?

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Spinach: Tiny Leaves, Big Benefits — How Spinach Supports Your Pet's Health

5 Beloved Dogs You'll Never See Again

A Dog with Cat-Like Qualities, This Easy Breed Is a Charmer

Got Cats and Dogs? Do This in a Pinch, but Don't Make It a Habit

Pet Owners Ditch This Nightmare After Studies Suggest It's Useless

Don't Mistake This for a Superfood, a Few Slurps Could Kill Your Pet

Blackberries: Is This Brain-Boosting Fruit the Secret to a Healthier Pet?

Mycotoxins Are Raging — Avoid These 8 Common Ingredients Now

This Common Condition Can Shave 2 1/2 Years Off Your Pet's Life — Yet Many Are Completely Oblivious

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