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

What’s Behind the Epidemic of Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease?

Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injuries are all too common in dogs today, and despite what many people believe, it's rare that a CCL just suddenly ruptures. Instead, it degenerates over months or years. So what's behind the breakdown in these all-important knee joint ligaments?

Cat Tips

The Diet Switch That Could Transform Your Cat’s Health

A groundbreaking study highlights significant changes in the gut microbiomes of cats fed with whole mice compared to a kibble diet. Learn about the surprising findings and how they challenge current pet-feeding practices.

Inspiring Videos

Excavator Heroically Saves Elephant Trapped in Mud Pit

Capture this moving moment when a 14-year-old elephant was stuck in a mud pit and was heroically saved by an excavator.

Dog Tips

Without This, You May Be Depriving Your Dog of Comfort

Dogs instinctively do this to help calm their fears and to seek comfort. Yet many owners view it as a form of punishment and shun the idea. If you haven't yet embraced the concept, I invite you to see it with new eyes. Your dog, young or old, will most likely thank you.

Dog Tips

How to Protect Your Dog From Dehydration

As loving dog owners, we want to keep our pets safe and healthy. Learn about the risks of dehydration, preventative strategies and how to spot the warning signs in your dog.

Inspiring Videos

Octopus Leads Diver to Hidden Treasure by Grabbing Her Hand

Follow the octopus as it guides the diver through the underwater world, leading her to an unknown destination.

Cat Tips

A Surprising Reason Why Your Cat May Be Vomiting

It can be alarming to find out that your pet's dry hacking cough or 'vomiting' isn't due to hairballs - or may not even be routine vomiting. Especially if you notice these other signs, such as wheezing or difficulty breathing, see your veterinarian immediately.

Food Facts

Artichokes: Offer This Flowery Bud to Your Pet for a Different Flavor

Known for its edible buds since ancient times, this scrumptious veggie can also benefit your pet by offering important nutrients, such as quercetin and inulin.

Dog Tips

Hairless Dogs, Revered Since Ancient Times, Enjoy Modern-Day Following

Three hairless dog breeds are eligible to compete at the well-known Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, including the most recently recognized breed, the American hairless terrier. Hairless dogs were often viewed as sacred in ancient times and have retained a devoted following to this day.

Dog Tips

Is Your Dog Always Starving? Find Out Why

Uncover the surprising reasons behind your dog's constant hunger. Whether it's a health issue or a dietary imbalance, knowing the cause can make all the difference.

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