Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
betta fish facts
Special Species

10 Surprising Traits That Make These Fish Unique

Perhaps you've stopped in your tracks to admire their vibrant red, green, and royal blue hues and maybe you've even brought one home. But you may not have known how these intelligent, feeling beings can learn to recognize their owners and perform tricks.
— 6 min read
high levels of flame retardants in cats
Cat Tips

The Worst Pet Food for Toxic PDBEs

The exposure to flame retardant chemicals (PBDEs) is bad enough with household dust, carpeting and furniture, but now researchers are finding it at high levels in pet foods. Especially toxic to cats, find out which foods were found to be the worst offenders.
— 6 min read
overweight labrador retriever
Dog Tips

Does Your Dog Live for Feeding Time? This Might Be Why

Some dogs appear insatiable — they can gorge themselves on food and treats and be right there for the next meal. What to do if this describes your dog, and what researchers found when they looked closely at the breed most notorious for a healthy appetite and expanding waistline.
— 6 min read
heart murmurs in dogs
Dog Tips

Could These Signs Mean Your Dog's Heart Is in Danger?

Veterinarians once thought only older dogs could develop heart murmurs (unless it was present at birth), but now researchers have discovered that they are far more common, even in younger dogs. Because a heart problem can emerge at any time, know the five signs that your pup may be in trouble.
— 8 min read
dogs and cats rabies vaccination
Dog Tips

Good News on the Horizon for Rabies Vaccines?

There may be encouraging news for pet owners that could save them money and their pets from unnecessary vaccines. If you struggle with current laws regarding rabies shots, you'll welcome this new development.
— 6 min read
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