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  • When it Comes to Vaccinating Your Pet, Less is More
    Published 08-04-2009 2:51 PM  |  62 Comments     36,028 Views
    Pet-friendly vaccine recommendations from Dr. Karen Becker.
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  • Can Cocoa Bean Mulch Be Lethal for Your Pets?
    Published 07-30-2009 6:49 PM  |  6 Comments     16,605 Views
    Cocoa bean shell products, a by-product of chocolate production, are increasingly used as mulch for landscaping. Cocoa bean shell products have an attractive odor and smell, and some dogs will eagerly eat large amounts of the cocoa shell bean mulch. In...
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  • What Dangerous Byproducts Lurk in Cat Food?
    Published 07-21-2009 1:24 PM  |  66 Comments     42,785 Views
    In this video, I explain what foods you should feed your cat for optimum health and wellness, what the proper feeding pattern is for cats, and how to easily wean your kitty off unhealthy foods.
  • How Often Should You Bathe Your Pet?
    Published 07-14-2009 4:13 PM  |  29 Comments     32,943 Views
    Healthy cats and dogs are not itchy, smelly, flaky or constantly trying to scratch or bite at their fur. If your pet is displaying any of these tell-tale signals, it’s a major sign that something is out of balance in their system. When all systems in...
  • Pets, Protein, Dry Food and Disease
    Published 07-07-2009 8:25 AM  |  86 Comments     58,919 Views
    If you’re like most pet owners, your four-legged companion is a beloved member of your family. And just like the humans in your household, you want to give your pet every opportunity for a long and healthy life. What you might not know is that despite...
  • Does Your Pet Have Allergies? What You Need to Know and Do
    Published 07-02-2009 4:17 PM  |  36 Comments     27,817 Views
    By Dr. Karen Becker, DVM Does your pet Sneeze and cough? Have swollen paws or inflamed ears? Have gastrointestinal upset? It could be that allergies are wreaking havoc on their system. Just like in people, your healthy pet’s immune system should react...
  • Must-Know Tips to Keep Your Pet's Ears Healthy
    Published 06-25-2009 2:01 PM  |  47 Comments     35,024 Views
    In this video, I explain the causes of your pet’s external ear inflammation, and how you can prevent it, including how you can safely and effectively clean your pet’s ears at home.
  • Fail to Give this Fat to Your Pets and You are Asking for Trouble
    Published 06-13-2009 11:30 AM  |  101 Comments     71,726 Views
    By Karen Shaw Becker, DVM Contrary to popular belief, not all dietary fats cause obesity in your pet. Just as in humans, the “good” fats (omega-3 fats) enhance energy production in your dog or cat, so they actually create less fat. Because most pets consume...
  • How to Eliminate Annoying Litter Box Problems
    Published 05-30-2009 2:31 AM  |  45 Comments     25,780 Views
    The most common behavioral problem for which cat owners seek assistance is housesoiling. In fact, housesoiling is a leading cause of cats’ relinquishment to shelters. There are three main causes of housesoiling in cats: underlying medical problems [ e...
  • Three Simple Sure Fire Strategies to Optimize Your Pet’s Health
    Published 05-13-2009 4:29 PM  |  22 Comments     25,711 Views
    In this video, Dr. Karen Becker explains the Three Pillars of Health, and why each pillar is critical to your pet’s total well being.
  • Your Pet’s Good Health Begins in Their Gut
    Published 05-11-2009 2:08 AM  |  11 Comments     6,314 Views
    Carnivores, omnivores and herbivores. Chances are, the pets you care for fall into one of these three categories. And each type of pet has distinct nutritional needs. It’s important to remember that no matter what your personal beliefs about food, you...
  • The Best Resource on the Internet for Your Pet’s Healthy Lifestyle
    Published 05-06-2009 10:22 PM  |  6 Comments     2,750 Views
    Welcome to MercolaHealthyPets.com! We are so excited to finally introduce you to Dr. Karen Becker. She is an absolute delight and fountain of information that will help improve the health of your pet. We understand the important role your pets play in...
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This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your own veterinarian or doctor. Dr. Karen Becker cannot answer specific questions about your pet's medical issues or make medical recommendations for your pet without first establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Your pet's medical protocol should be given by your holistic veterinarian.
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