Male calico cats aren’t just rare
Monday, Jan 20th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker
&description=Male calico cats are rare, but that’s not their whole story. Here’s what I told a reader. Q: I’ve just adopted a rare male calico cat, and I’m thinking of breeding him. Is that a good idea? A: I hate to burst your bubble, but although male calicos are rare, trying to breed one will […]
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Male calico cats are rare, but that’s not their whole story. Here’s what I told a reader. Q: I’ve just adopted a rare male calico cat, and I’m thinking of breeding him. Is that a good idea? A: I hate to burst your bubble, but although male calicos are rare, trying to breed one will […]
Read more »Pain cream really is toxic to pets
Tuesday, Jan 14th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker
&description=It’s not fake news: Some pain creams and other human topical medications are very dangerous to your pets. Here’s what I told a reader who asked about it. Q: I saw a meme on Facebook saying that Voltaren pain cream is toxic to dogs and cats. Is that true? A: Yes. Diclofenac, the active ingredient […]
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It’s not fake news: Some pain creams and other human topical medications are very dangerous to your pets. Here’s what I told a reader who asked about it. Q: I saw a meme on Facebook saying that Voltaren pain cream is toxic to dogs and cats. Is that true? A: Yes. Diclofenac, the active ingredient […]
Read more »How to win the war on pet odors
Friday, Jan 10th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker
&description=How do you win the war on pet odors? These are my top tips, in response to a reader with a stinky pet problem. Q: I have dogs and cats, and I know my house smells like it. How can I keep the odor down and keep it smelling fresh? A: Living with pets does […]
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How do you win the war on pet odors? These are my top tips, in response to a reader with a stinky pet problem. Q: I have dogs and cats, and I know my house smells like it. How can I keep the odor down and keep it smelling fresh? A: Living with pets does […]
Read more »Avian obesity is plus-size problem
Friday, Dec 27th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
&description=Obesity is a problem with all pets, including pet birds. Here’s what I had to say to a reader with questions. Q: My veterinarian says my bird is fat. Is that really something I need to worry about? A: You bet! Obesity is as much an issue in pet birds as it is in dogs […]
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Obesity is a problem with all pets, including pet birds. Here’s what I had to say to a reader with questions. Q: My veterinarian says my bird is fat. Is that really something I need to worry about? A: You bet! Obesity is as much an issue in pet birds as it is in dogs […]
Read more »New puppy? Here’s what you need to know
Tuesday, Dec 17th, 2019 | By Dr. Marty Becker
&description=A reader is planning on getting a new puppy, and wanted to know my top tips. Here they are! Q: I’m getting a puppy for Christmas! What do you think are the most important things that new dog owners should know? A: Congratulations on the beginning of a beautiful friendship. The love of and from […]
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A reader is planning on getting a new puppy, and wanted to know my top tips. Here they are! Q: I’m getting a puppy for Christmas! What do you think are the most important things that new dog owners should know? A: Congratulations on the beginning of a beautiful friendship. The love of and from […]
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