Dr. Becker

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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
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Dog Tips

This Mistake Could Make Your Pet a Target for Cancer

More and more pet owners are getting tired of being lied to and having their pets used as virtual guinea pigs for known or suspected carcinogens. Take a stand like pet owner Christine and tell these manufacturers you've had enough, too.
— 6 min read
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Food Facts

Grapefruit for Pets — Sweet Treat or Sour Idea?

Juicy, refreshing, and rich in potent antioxidants, this member of the citrus family offers benefits to your pet's health, if they'll eat it, but make sure to serve it without the peel. Learn more about its benefits and how to offer it to pets here.
— 8 min read
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Special Species

The Dark, Hidden Truths of These Popular Shows

Corporations keep these animals for human entertainment and their own financial gain, yet the suffering these incredible animals must endure far exceeds your price of admission. You'll never view these popular attractions the same way again after you discover their dark, hidden truths.
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

Have an Allergy to Animals? What to Do Next

Many allergic animal lovers brush aside the prospect of enjoying a pet. But is that as smart as it appears at first glance? Do the advantages ever outweigh the disadvantages? These 15 tips might help you decide what to do next — and even how to help allergic houseguests thrive.
— 5 min read
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Food Facts

Pumpkin: Jack-o'-Lanterns Aren't Just for Show

If you've carved your jack-o'-lanterns for tonight's festivities, make sure to set aside the pumpkin seeds and the flesh. Try making these delicious pumpkin pet cookies — a great snack your pet will enjoy!
— 7 min read
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Cat Tips

Ignore This Pet 'Gold Standard' — It Can Leave Your Pet Sickly

It may be the gold standard in this aspect of pet care. But at best, it's only a start. And at worst, if you follow it to a 'T,' it can mean you fall far short of optimal health for your precious pet. Here's what the doctor ordered, in addition to what they deem important.
— 8 min read
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Cat Tips

Before You Rescue — The Feral Cat Reality

They may seem to call your name, but experts suggest you stay away. They retain wild behaviors and there are far easier animals to adopt that are more likely to adjust well to domestic life. So please don't set yourself up for heartbreak with this mistake.
— 7 min read
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