Blog - Dr. Marty Becker

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From pet health tips to ideas on fighting boredom and loneliness in pets, you can learn how to make your pets' lives better here.

Why I’m against breed-specific dog laws

Thursday, Jun 26th, 2014 | By Dr. Marty Becker

As a father and grandfather, I want safe communities for all. As a dog lover and veterinarian, I want dogs to be a part of those safe communities. Both of […]

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Why do dogs eat grass?

Tuesday, Jun 24th, 2014 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Sometimes I think my dogs spend too much time with the horses, they love to graze so much! Why exactly do dogs eat grass? One theory goes that eating and […]

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Young man’s bond with animals is a special gift

Monday, Jun 23rd, 2014 | By Dr. Marty Becker

A young man in my hometown has a very special bond with animals — and they, with him. Lucas is 27 years old and he was born  in Bonners Ferry, […]

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Have a great ‘Take Your Dog to Work Day’!

Friday, Jun 20th, 2014 | By Dr. Marty Becker

If you’re lucky enough to work at a veterinary practice, animal shelter, or other business where pets are present all the time,  you probably don’t need the “dog fix” people […]

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Tips for pets who are terrified of the exam table

Thursday, Jun 19th, 2014 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Is your dog scared when put on the exam table at the veterinarian? Since I believe fear has no place in a vet clinic, I’ve been working to make visits […]

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