Dr. Becker

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
dry dog food linked to megaesophagus
Dog Tips

Condition Can Be Fatal, Linked to Eating Dry Dog Food

Dozens of dogs in one country developed a rare, devastating disease that interferes with their ability to swallow, which can starve them nutritionally. Then they're at increased risk of deadly aspiration pneumonia. Here's what could be behind this troubling issue.
— 5 min read
mycotoxins in dog food
Dog Tips

Ignore Their Advice to Feed This Toxic, Contaminated Food

It's unconscionable behavior, but some members of the veterinary community, through the influence of the pet food industry, are preying on your fear about the growing problem of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. Feeding your pet this contaminated food won't help.
— 7 min read
facts about donkeys
Special Species

Donkey Love — Little-Known Facts About Donkeys

Donkeys tend to be overlooked in terms of respect compared to other members of the equine family (like horses), but donkey enthusiasts are eager to change that. These humble animals have been revered for centuries and are valued for their affectionate, playful personalities, and strong work ethic.
— 5 min read
exercising with dog
Dog Tips

This Is One of the Worst Reasons to Get a Dog

It may seem like a totally logical reason to get one. And you'll find plenty of research to back it up. But when you see this 'compelling reason,' you'll see that it's a bad reason and can quickly backfire. Find out why.
— 5 min read
canine influenza virus
Dog Tips

Almost 100% of Dogs Exposed to This Will Get Infected

And about 80% will show symptoms. Fortunately, the risk for serious disease is quite low except for these special groups. But watch out for this standard advice that doesn't work, and can seriously impair your pet's immune system. They'll pull out all the stops to drag you in.
— 5 min read
canine cognitive dysfunction
Dog Tips

5 Classic Signs of Canine Aging You Should Never Ignore

It can strike dogs as young as age 6. By age 11, it affects 50% of dogs and by age 15, 68%. What's more, if you recognize the signs you can set the stage to help them ease through their senior and geriatric years with more purpose and companionship, and less pain.
— 6 min read
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