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Category Archives: Pet Connection

Brush off cats – in a good way!

Friday, Nov 22nd, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Yes, cats groom themselves. So do they really need you to brush them? That’s what a reader asked; here’s my answer. Q: Why do I have to brush my cat? […]

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Do dogs really need special shampoo?

Monday, Nov 11th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker

A reader was looking for mild alternatives to canine-formula shampoos for her dog. Here’s what I had to say. Q: Is it OK to use Dawn dishwashing detergent to bathe […]

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Why you should bathe your kitten – even if she doesn’t ‘need’ it

Monday, Oct 28th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Kitten wrapped in a towel after a bath

Whether cats “need” to be routinely bathed or not is an open question, but because a bath may be medically necessary at some point in their lives, every cat should […]

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Allergic to cats? New food may help

Monday, Oct 21st, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Young Latina woman with cat

Is there really a pet food that can reduce human allergies to cats? How would it work if there is? And is it available? That’s what a reader wanted to […]

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Here are the best ingredients for cat foods

Monday, Oct 14th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker

There’s a lot of confusion about how best to feed your cat. Here’s what I told a reader. Q: What are the best ingredients for cat foods? I’ve read different […]

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