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Category Archives: Pet Connection

How to get a sick dog to eat

Monday, Dec 7th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Beagle looking sad or sick

Some dogs who won’t eat just need a little time to feel better, but there are many times when eating is essential to their health and recovery. Here are some […]

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How to stop a puppy from biting

Monday, Nov 30th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Is your puppy part shark? I asked my daughter, trainer Mikkel Becker, to tackle this reader’s question about how to stop her puppy’s out of control mouthing. Q: Our new […]

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Why your pet ‘acts up’

Sunday, Nov 22nd, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker

There are three common reasons pets have behavior problems, but their humans often misunderstand them. Here’s what’s going on. Q: How can I better understand my pet? She often misbehaves […]

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Deaf pet? Here’s what you need to know

Monday, Nov 16th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker

white longhaired Persian cat

A reader is considering adopting a deaf pet and asked my advice. I have seen many wonderful examples of happy families with a deaf pet, so I enthusiastically shared some! […]

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What you need to know about your cat’s vital signs

Monday, Nov 9th, 2020 | By Dr. Marty Becker

Vital signs aren’t just for televsion shows set in hospital ERs. They’re for cats, too. Here’s how I explained it to a reader. Q: What should I know about determining […]

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