Do indoor cats need microchips?
Monday, Sep 2nd, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
All our pets are microchipped, including our indoor cat, Talley. And she, like her dog siblings, wears ID at all times. Here’s how I explained my reasons to a cat […]
Read more »Getting a blood draw from your pet the Fear Free way
Monday, Aug 26th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
How do veterinarians and veterinary nurses get blood from zoo animals? They train them using positive reinforcement to offer a limb for the blood draw. You can reach your pet the […]
Read more »Signs a dog is healthy
Monday, Aug 19th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
You’ve probably seen television doctors talking about a patient’s “vitals.” That’s something we measure in veterinary medicine, too. Here’s how I explained it to a reader. Q: What are vital […]
Read more »How to build a DIY scratching post your cat will love
Monday, Aug 12th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
A reader has the DIY bug and a cat. Here are some tips for building a great scratching post! Q: I want to build a scratching post for my cat. […]
Read more »Your cat needs more playtime than you think
Monday, Aug 5th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
A reader wanted to know just how much playtime her cat really needs. I’m glad she asked this question, because most cats I see as a veterinarian aren’t even coming […]
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