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Feline Diabetes Mellitus
Nov 29, 2012Most diabetic cats have diabetes mellitus type 2, meaning the body’s cells develop a “resistance” to insulin; sometimes the body fails to make enough insulin to serve its… Full Article ›
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Dr. Marty Becker's Top 30 Pet Products of 2011
Oct 25, 2012
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My Pet Is Breathing Weird. What Should I Do?
Sep 23, 2011When your dog starts panting nonstop or your cat is breathing with his mouth open, it’s obvious that something unusual is going on. But sometimes, abnormal breathing comes on so slowly and… Full Article ›
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How Can I Keep My Dog From Peeing on My Indoor Plants?
By Mikkel Becker, Oct 6, 2011Q: I have some large indoor trees and leafy plants that my dog likes to mark. What can I do to stop this undesirable behavior? A: Urine marking — which involves the release of small amounts… Full Article ›
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From Crates to Kongs: Five Dog Products That Changed the World
By Gina Spadafori, Sep 27, 2011There was a time when all a dog could expect to have in this world was a collar, a leash, a couple of bowls and maybe a doghouse. And there was a time when pets weren’t a $50 billion… Full Article ›
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The Pooch Ate What? It's a Dog-Eat-Underwear World for Veterinarians
By Gina Spadafori, Sep 6, 2011Honey Bun, a Pomeranian in Albany, Ga., made news last week when he gobbled a $10,000 packet of loose diamonds in his owner's jewelry store. But the ingestion of more ordinary household… Full Article ›
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Why Is It Taking So Long to Train My Dog?
By Mikkel Becker, Sep 29, 2011Q. I adopted my 2-year-old Mixed Breed, Smurf, from a shelter about four months ago. I work with him on training once or twice a week, but he hasn’t learned much. He's easily distracted… Full Article ›
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Why Doesn't My Dog Like Me?
By Mikkel Becker, Mar 26, 2012Q: I spend all day at home with my dog, but he likes my husband more than me. How can I get my dog to like me more? A: Although dogs don’t mean it as a personal jab when they… Full Article ›
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Brushing Your Dog's Teeth
Sep 6, 2011Periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss and affects most dogs before they are 3 years old. Bacteria from periodontal disease can spread to affect other organs and cause… Full Article ›
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Brushing Your Cat’s Teeth
Aug 25, 2011Periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss and affects most cats before they are 3 years old. Bacteria from periodontal disease can spread to affect other organs and cause… Full Article ›
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My Pet Has Diarrhea! What's Wrong With Him?
Aug 29, 2012If your pet is battling diarrhea, you’ll know it. Pets with diarrhea may defecate more frequently than usual, have accidents in the house, and may pass blood, mucus, or even parasites in… Full Article ›
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Heartworm and Flea Prevention 101
Feb 23, 2012Fleas, heartworms, and other parasites can cause serious illness in your beloved cats and dogs. Fortunately, there are ways to help prevent them from invading your pets and your home. Fleas… Full Article ›