Analysis by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker, a proactive & integrative wellness veterinarian. My goal is to partner with pet parents seeking to improve their pet’s overall health & vitality through wise lifestyle choices.

Dog Tips

Most Dogs Will Suffer From This, Give Yours a New Lease on Life

Eventually, 4 in 5 dogs will be plagued with this painful and immobilizing condition. Stay a step ahead and know about this safe and effective therapy that I consider a phenomenal treatment. It reduces pain and inflammation by boosting circulation. Give your pet the priceless gift of comfort.

Dog Tips

Unleash the Power of Play

Transform your dog walks into dynamic play sessions that keep both your spirits high. Discover the dual benefits of staying active and engaging your dog in playful and purposeful ways every day.

Inspiring Videos

Marge Was Given a Second Chance at Love

A stray dog, rescued by an officer and cared for by Players for Pits, finds a loving home with her new pet parent.

Dog Tips

This Aggressive Cancer Is Quite Sneaky and Often Strikes Without Warning

Your pet could suddenly die when the tumor ruptures as it causes severe hemorrhaging - accompanied by these 7 signs. Average survival time is only 90 to 180 days with conventional treatments. But with this promising integrative treatment, she could live over a year.

Food Facts

Avocados: The Fruit With an Ace Up Its Sleeve

A beloved fruit enjoyed everywhere, its unique composition of healthy fats may help promote optimal wellness for your pet, too.

Dog Tips

The Germ Incubator That Many Pet Parents Overlook

While pet owners may be fastidious in other areas of pet care, many don't always consider this, not realizing how perfect a hotbed it can be for bacteria and microbial growth.

Dog Tips

Is Your Dog Feeling Down?

Unveil the hidden emotional struggles your dog might be facing, even when they seem fine on the surface.

Inspiring Videos

A Volunteer’s Kindness Transforms Pickle’s World

The deep bond and silent communication between Pickle and his pet parent exemplified unspoken love, showing that true connection goes beyond words.

Dog Tips

This Surgery Could Give Your Pet a New Lease on Life

Provides an immediate and profound solution for affected pets who suffer from this debilitating condition. They wake up from anesthesia and it's a brand new world. It's such an incredibly rewarding surgery to behold.

Nominate a Pet Game Changer Today

Heartfelt Havens for Hospice Dogs

Reverend Sarah Whitten-Grigsby and her foundation ensure terminally ill dogs spend their final days in loving homes, demonstrating the deep bond between humans and their pets.

Subscribe to our newsletter for FREE pet updates