https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2016-01-22-nl-tonkinese-cat/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/84438af5-aecb-4c9d-8d6b-116b263d996d/   By Dr. Becker The Tonkinese was created by humans by crossing Siamese and Burmese cats. Tonkinese have distinctive oval-shaped paws and many have beautiful blue or aquamarine eyes. The Tonk is an outgoing, playful cat that craves attention and especially affection from his humans. If you’re thinking of adding a Tonkinese cat to your family, be sure to check your local shelters and rescue organizations for adoptable cats. 8 Fascinating Facts About Tonkin ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2018-01-19-nl-disorders-that-can-damage-dogs-paws/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/26a745bd-a2d7-4be3-82b4-88e8f81788ce/ By Dr. Karen Shaw Becker Just like human feet, dogs' paws have a lot of jobs to do. And since our furry pals aren't really into footwear and tend not to worry about what they're stepping in or on, their paws and nails can take quite a beating. This is especially true for working and hunting dogs, as well as canine athletes. Fortunately, canine feet are tough and durable, so minor paw and nail problems tend to heal quickly on their own. Howev ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2015-12-08-nl-lick-granuloma-nontoxic-treatment/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/6510f294-0808-43e1-837d-d69de472683c/ By Nancy Scanlan, DVM, Executive Director of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Foundation Have you ever known a dog or cat who keeps lick, lick, licking at one spot and will not stop? Sometimes it's triggered by a skin irritation. Sometimes it starts as a scrape or injury. Often, there doesn't seem to be a trigger at all. These poor uncomfortable pets seem obsessed. They keep licking until all the fur is gone and then continue until th ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2015-09-18-nl-yorkshire-terrier/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/da3a7ffd-d37c-4246-8737-72cb5f2acc6a/   By Dr. Becker The tiny Yorkshire Terrier is one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. Despite their small size, Yorkies have big personalities and need plenty of regular exercise and mental stimulation. If you’re thinking of adding a Yorkshire Terrier to your family, be sure to check your local shelters and rescue organizations first to see if there’s an adoptable dog available. 10 Fun Facts About Yorkshire Terriers The Tiny Yorkshire Terrie ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2017-04-09-nl-why-cats-vomit/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/7960ed92-f164-4eb9-a2e0-24686240de61/ By Dr. Becker One of the most common feline health issues is a tendency to vomit. Many kitties throw up on a more-or-less routine basis. It happens so frequently, in fact, that their humans and even some veterinarians assume chronic vomiting is completely normal for cats. Typical excuses vets and cat guardians offer for regular episodes of vomiting include: "He eats too fast," "She has a sensitive stomach" or "Maybe it's just hairballs." I've even had clients ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2017-07-09-nl-struvite-stones-in-pets/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/c4c7614b-830b-4597-b1a9-fb0cd2a8ef6f/ By Dr. Becker Struvite stones, also called triple phosphate stones and magnesium ammonium phosphate stones, are a type of bladder stone or bladder crystal that occurs in both dogs and cats. Magnesium, ammonia and phosphate are common substances found in urine. In high concentrations, they can bind together to form crystals that irritate your pet's bladder and cause inflammation. If the crystals combine with mucus, they can form plugs that partia ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2024-04-18-can-your-pets-eat-pineapple/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/45ac691c-e0c1-44c0-9f5a-8736379e6977/ Often added to fruit salads or eaten on its own, this tasty fruit can be added to your list of healthy, natural snacks for your pet. However, it contains a fair amount of sugar, so feed it in moderate amounts ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2017-09-30-nl-why-pet-owners-favor-dry-pet-food/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/8139323b-029d-45e6-ba38-9df5179afc81/ By Dr. Becker Despite the fact that an increasing number of pet owners are becoming better informed about nutritionally balanced, species-appropriate diets for dogs and cats, sadly, it seems there’s still an awful lot of kibble being sold. According to a Packaged Facts survey conducted earlier in the year, pet owners generally believe dry food is: 1) healthier and 2) better for pets’ teeth.1 Honestly, nothing could be further the truth — more ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2015-11-16-nl-new-puppy-arrival-preparations/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/fd850f41-6e12-433c-bd9b-aaefccaf8165/   By Dr. Becker Bringing home a new puppy is a very exciting, fun time for family members (including the new furry addition). It's also typically a somewhat stressful period as everyone makes the adjustments necessary to integrate the new puppy into the household. In order for things to go as smoothly as possible, I believe preparation is priceless. Planning ahead for your new arrival can make a huge difference in managing everyone's stress ..read more

https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2016-05-28-nl-travel-with-pets/ https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/68a31d3a-98b7-41b5-9d5c-3109c2df7781/ By Dr. Becker More than half of U.S. pet owners (56 percent) travel with their pets, as do a sizeable number of those in the U.K. (41 percent).1 Understandably, the biggest concern pet owners have is that their pets will become stressed out, but this can be effectively managed by making the proper preparations. While it may be tempting to hop in the car, roll down the windows and let your pup happily ride in the front seat, stick his head out the window and tr ..read more