When a pet’s ‘healthy appetite’ is something else entirely
Monday, Jul 23rd, 2018 | By Dr. Marty Becker
Going off their food is a common sign that a pet is sick. However, a pet who is eating well — or too well — can also be suffering from […]
Read more »Can swimming in a pond or lake kill your dog?
Tuesday, Jul 17th, 2018 | By Dr. Marty Becker
Beware of blue-green algae in water where your pet plays or swims. The algal blooms, often the result of agricultural runoff, produce toxins that affect the gastrointestinal tract and liver, […]
Read more »9-year-old Chihuahua rescued from puppy mill, gets his very first bed
Thursday, Jul 12th, 2018 | By Dr. Marty Becker
There are few things that make my blood boil as much as the misery of a dog who is imprisoned in a puppy mill to be used to produce puppies […]
Read more »How to know if your cat needs to see the vet (because he won’t tell you!)
Monday, Jul 9th, 2018 | By Dr. Marty Becker
Does your cat need to see the veterinarian? He may not show obvious signs of illness, but you should take him in if you notice the following changes in appearance […]
Read more »A veterinarian’s letter to Delta about their ban on service dogs who they say are ‘pit bulls’
Thursday, Jul 5th, 2018 | By Dr. Marty Becker
I’ve flown almost 5 million miles on Delta, and this week I sent a letter to them protesting their ban on service dogs they say are “pit bulls.” This ban […]
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