Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
vegetables for dogs and cats
Dog Tips

Why Your Pet Absolutely Needs Fresh Vegetables

It was once thought that feeding vegetables to your pet could be harmful, but now we know they are essential for not only a healthy body, but also to encourage detoxification, stimulate natural antioxidant protection and suppress tumors. Here are nine of the best veggies to feed your cat or dog.
— 8 min read
tips to keep senior dog healthy happy
Dog Tips

Aging Myths That Can Make Your Dog Suffer Needlessly

Watch out for these old wives' tales, they can make aging much tougher than it needs to be on your pet. It's easy to write off certain symptoms as a natural part of aging, but to do so could rob your pet of years of vibrant health and comfortable living.
— 5 min read
second veterinary opinion
Dog Tips

You Probably Do This for Yourself, yet Ignore It for Your Pet

It doesn't often occur to pet parents to take this medical step for their pets, yet you probably do it for yourself. It can reverse a bad prognosis or save you money on a costly procedure. And who knows? Maybe you'll even end up with a much more collaborative vet.
— 5 min read
fda targets raw pet food manufacturers
Dog Tips

Don't Believe These Experts' Myths on Raw Pet Food

They seem to be on a 'search and destroy' mission for these healthy foods. Yet the 'dangers' they cite are mostly myths. Why this vicious attack, when for 8 years, they've been unable to get to the bottom of the jerky fiasco that's sickened or killed thousands of pets?
— 4 min read
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