News Archives - Dr. Marty Becker

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Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep: Goodbye, Quill’N

Thursday, Oct 6th, 2022 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Quill'N

Our beloved dog Quill’N, of the endlessly wagging rear end, three-legged athleticism, and pure joy of living, has gone home to her Creator. The hole in our hearts she’s left […]

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Is anesthesia really safe for pets?

Thursday, Aug 25th, 2022 | By Dr. Marty Becker

One of the biggest fears pet owners have is anesthetizing their pets. Here is what I told a reader. Q: My dog needs to have her teeth cleaned under anesthesia, […]

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A veterinarian’s thoughts on biking with your dog

Thursday, Jul 21st, 2022 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Bikejoring

It can look like a lot of easy fun to go biking with your dog, but there’s more to it then just getting on and riding. Here are some tips […]

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Report: Helping pets and people on the Ukraine border

Sunday, Apr 10th, 2022 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Family reunion at Ukraine border

It took a long time and a lot of rough travel to get there, but I jumped eagerly out of bed on my first morning in Galati, Romania. I was […]

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How you can help pets from Ukraine today

Friday, Apr 1st, 2022 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Pet owners coming into Romania from Ukraine

On Monday, April 4, I will be leaving for a trip to the Ukrainian border. I will be working with World Vets to help them set up free veterinary care […]

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