Category Archives: Pet Connection

So, how old will your mixed breed puppy grow up to be? There may be no real way to know, but I shared my thoughts with a reader whose Goldendoodle turned out to be super-sized! Q: When we got our goldendoodle puppy, Walker, the breeder said he would probably weigh about 30 pounds at adulthood. […]

If your dog is pawing at his ear, it may be a more complicated problem than you think! Here’s a question from a reader about her dog’s ear problem. Q: My cavalier has something called “glue ear.” Is this common in the breed? A: That’s a sticky problem. Glue ear, more formally known as “primary […]

What’s the deal with medicated shampoos for dogs? That’s what a reader wanted to know – here’s what I told her! Q: My dog has a skin problem, and the veterinarian recommends using a medicated shampoo. What can you tell me about how these products work? A: Medicated shampoos are topical therapies, meaning they are […]

Is it a good idea to get a second cat to keep the first one company? My daughter, trainer Mikkel Becker, and I teamed up to answer this question from a reader! Q: I have a 3-year-old cat, and I’m wondering if I should get him a friend. I work all day, and I’m worried […]

Xanax (alprazolam) is a drug used both in human and veterinary medicine. But you should never just give your Xanax, or other drugs, to your pets. Here’s what I told a reader who asked about it: Q: My dog is really afraid of going to the groomer. Would it be OK to give him just […]