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Category Archives: Veterinary Medicine

Why your dog is scratching

Friday, May 7th, 2021 | By Dr. Marty Becker

dog scratching himself

People always want me to tell them what to do about their itchy dog without realizing there’s no one cause and no one treatment for this misery-making problem! Q: My […]

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The common first aid items that are dangerous to use on your pets

Monday, Apr 12th, 2021 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Puppy with bandage on paw

There are plenty of over-the-counter first aid products that are safe to use on our own scrapes and minor wounds, but many of them are dangerous for pets. Do you […]

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Keeping pets safe from poison

Wednesday, Mar 24th, 2021 | By Dr. Marty Becker

sick kitten at vet

It’s National Animal Poison Prevention Week. Do you know what yard and household substances put your dog or cat at risk? In the kitchen, beware of dark chocolate, grapes, mushrooms […]

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The surprising new reality of leptospirosis

Monday, Mar 8th, 2021 | By Dr. Marty Becker

dog drinking from puddle

Have you decided leptospirosis isn’t a threat to your dog? It may be time to think again. Here’s a look at the disease, which is on the rise, from the […]

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Your pet’s secret pain signals

Thursday, Feb 25th, 2021 | By Dr. Marty Becker

A young grey tabby cat hiding underneath a quilt on a bed.

Whether they are cats, dogs, birds or other animals, our pets tend to hide their pain instinctively, to protect themselves from predators. That means we need to be extra-observant to […]

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