Dr. Becker - Bark & Whiskers (Page 37)

Dog Tips

The Everyday Plants That Puts Your Pet at Risk

When these 2 Illinois residents visited South Carolina with their large dogs, they had no idea that a plant growing in their yard would take the lives of both of their beloved pets. For one, it was a nearly instant death, and a slow painful one for the other. Would you recognize these toxic plants?

Dog Tips

'Smart Feeder' — The New Gadget Your Pet Can Live (Very Well) Without

This gadget and smart phone app are bound to be a big hit with pet parents who value convenience and prefer being told exactly what to do by 'experts.' But the real loser most likely will be your pet. Don't fall for this badly misguided and costly campaign.

Dog Tips

This 'Love Principle' Applies to Your Dogs as Well as You

Dogs like to socialize with each other. And having more than one gives your dog a built-in playmate. But here's the rub — and it can produce a type of stress that's easily misconstrued to be something it really isn't. Apply this 'love rule' today for a more balanced relationship.

Dog Tips

The Most Dangerous 'Food' on the Market — Snuffs Out Key Nutrients

It's far riskier than you may think, despite huge popularity. Decimates the amino acids proline and lysine, slams omega-3s and omega-6s, and boosts lipid oxidation. If you ate stuff like this, you'd be starved for nutrients in no time. Be wary about giving it to your 4-legged family member.

Dog Tips

Simple (but Ignored) Way to Add Many Years to Share with Your Devoted Pet

So easy, yet so overlooked — this single strategy could have you basking in your pet's love for many years. That's an astounding 30 months of pleasure. Any way you slice it, you're giving them a new shot at life and you prolonged enjoyment.

Cat Tips

It Can Take Years to Resolve This, so Go the 'Ounce of Prevention' Route

New proof that an ounce of prevention is so much better than a pound of cure! But hurry, because once too much water passes under the dam, it's very expensive, time-consuming, and highly improbable that you'll resolve this cellular 'starvation' issue.

Dog Tips

Be Aware — There's a Deadly Virus on the Loose Striking These Pets

And veterinarian Hilary Stern says there's no treatment, no vaccine, and she's never seen one of these infected animals survive. Symptoms come on like gangbusters. And the disease is usually fatal between days 8 and 15. Find out if it affects your area and your type of pet.

Special Species

The Toxic 10 — Tolerable for You, but Toxic to These Pets

They can induce problems from respiratory distress to heart failure and death. Some represent healthy deliciousness to you, but can kill these animals. Know them, name them, and keep them under lock and key.

Cat Tips

Could Your Cat's Anxiety Meds Turn Deadly?

Many people — including vets — don't take this fatal kitty condition seriously. And they treat it all wrong. Combining the standard medication with these foods or herbs can spell disaster, and you'll have a mere 30 minutes to take action. Here's a better way.

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

The Everyday Plants That Puts Your Pet at Risk

'Smart Feeder' — The New Gadget Your Pet Can Live (Very Well) Without

This 'Love Principle' Applies to Your Dogs as Well as You

The Most Dangerous 'Food' on the Market — Snuffs Out Key Nutrients

Simple (but Ignored) Way to Add Many Years to Share with Your Devoted Pet

It Can Take Years to Resolve This, so Go the 'Ounce of Prevention' Route

Be Aware — There's a Deadly Virus on the Loose Striking These Pets

The Toxic 10 — Tolerable for You, but Toxic to These Pets

Could Your Cat's Anxiety Meds Turn Deadly?

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