Our Expert: Dr. Marty Becker
How to Choose the Best Pet Food for Puppies
By Dr. Marty Becker | February 4, 2014I love watching puppies grow. You can see them change almost day to day as they increase in height and weight. To fuel their development from the inside out — bones, muscles and coat…View Full Post ›
Learn About Dog Behavior and Communication With 'Decoding Your Dog'
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 29, 2014Wouldn’t life be easier if we could talk to our dogs — and they could talk back to us? We’d sure have a lot fewer dog bites, potty accidents in the house and chewed-up slippers if…View Full Post ›
The Secret Lives of Outdoor Cats
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 28, 2014Do you ever wonder what your cat does all day? Does he sit on the back of the sofa and watch the cars go by? Nap on your bed? Plot world domination? All of the above? And what if your cat is…View Full Post ›
A Short Glossary of Veterinary Terminology
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 27, 2014Have you ever wondered what exactly your veterinarian is talking about when she gives you directions for medication or explains your pet’s condition? Veterinary jargon can be confusing to…View Full Post ›
Surprising Facts About Pedigreed Cats
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 24, 2014I think cats are among the most fascinating creatures on earth. In my practice and my travels, I’ve encountered many wonderful cats who have astounded me with their distinctive conformation,…View Full Post ›
Should You Get a Designer Dog?
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 21, 2014When I was growing up, we lovingly called mixed-breed dogs “mutts” or “Heinz 57s.” Just about everybody had one, and they usually came for free (or at least not very much)…View Full Post ›
8 Rare Dog Breeds That Are Immigrating to America
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 18, 2014I see an awful lot of interesting breeds in my travels. And I’m noticing more and more of them right here in the good old U.S. of A. It’s not surprising that we veterinarians are…View Full Post ›
Does Your Dog Need a Winter Coat or Boots?
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 13, 2014When winter winds come whistling through our Idaho valley, I’m the first to don a heavy overcoat, a knit hat and boots — and my dogs aren’t far behind. It’s a common…View Full Post ›
Feline Fine: How to Read Your Cat's Vital Signs
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 2, 2014Can you ever really say that a cat is normal? We all know that cats have their quirks, but when it comes to vital signs, there’s normal and there’s abnormal. Here’s what you…View Full Post ›
What Is Normal Dog Temperature, Heart Rate and Respiration?
By Dr. Marty Becker | January 2, 2014I always tell folks to watch and listen to their pets every day. You learn to see patterns in their behavior: how much they eat and drink; how much they sleep and when and where; how they breathe, at…View Full Post ›
5 Steps to a Healthier Mouth for Your Pet
By Dr. Marty Becker | December 31, 2013Studies have shown that any exercise is better for you than none at all, and the same is true when it comes to dental care for your pet. Even if you can’t brush your pet’s teeth…View Full Post ›
Complex Fractures in Dogs: Treating Broken Legs and More
By Dr. Marty Becker | December 30, 2013Humpty Dumpty has nothing on some of the dogs we veterinarians see. Dogs who have been hit by cars or who have undergone some other trauma can suffer multiple fractures — what we call…View Full Post ›
