Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

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

Don't Let This Happen to You: Know What to Do About Rabies

Unable to afford the $2,000 quarantine, this family was forced to euthanize their pup after a rabid skunk bit him. But researchers have found those measures to be extreme and unnecessary. What you should REALLY do if your pet is accidentally exposed to rabies.
— 6 min read
dog barks
Dog Tips

Your Dog Does This Every Day but What Is He Saying?

Scientists have been studying this daily doggie habit and they may have come to a far different conclusion than you'd expect. In fact, at least two other animals do this with far more clarity than dogs do. So why are scientists and dog owners apparently so far apart on this issue?
— 4 min read
dog brain tumors
Dog Tips

These Tumor Symptoms Can Come on Quickly, Without Warning

At a minimum, you'll want to find out how predisposed your breed is, especially if your pet is five years old or older. There's no single identifiable cause, though it's fairly certain heredity plays a role. Symptoms can come on like gangbusters or be surprisingly absent. Get the lowdown here.
— 6 min read
canine titers
Dog Tips

How Long Do Vaccines Really Last?

Is it necessary to regularly repeat parvovirus, distemper and adenovirus vaccines? Are there some pets who shouldn't receive them at all? Know why vaccinations aren't always protective against disease and what you need to know before you request another shot for your dog.
— 7 min read
venom toxins
Special Species

The Toxins That Are Designed to Kill — Or Heal

It's one of nature's great paradoxes. Humans generally take great pains to avoid these powerful critter toxins, yet researchers are now discovering that many can be harnessed to provide potent healing for chronic pain, hearty conditions, and even diabetes.
— 5 min read
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