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.

Interviews

If You Haven’t Heard About CBD-Rich Hemp Oil for Cats, It’s Time You Did

If your kitty has an acute, chronic or debilitating illness, or if she has emotional or behavior issues, you'll want to learn all about this natural, nontoxic, easy-to-give, highly effective solution you can buy over-the-counter and online.

Cat Tips

Can Your Cat Actually Recognize Your Voice?

Uncover the truth about your feline's ability to recognize and react to your distinct voice.

Inspiring Videos

When a Door Stopper Drives Your Dog Crazy

Farley loses his mind playing with a vibrating spring doorstop, but enough already!

Dog Tips

Dogs Love This More Than Just About Anything — And It’s a Health Ally

Dogs go crazy over this treat. As catnip is to a cat, this is to a dog. And it helps a key organ system more than you think. But watch out for these caveats that affect certain dogs, existing health issues and more.

Dog Tips

The Party Your Puppy Can’t Afford to Miss

Research demystifies the power of early social experiences, revealing how properly structured socialization events can lead to astonishing benefits for your furry friend.

Inspiring Videos

Cat Rolls Down the Stairs Multiple Times a Day

Does Posey roll down the stairs for her own frivolity or because others love watching?

Cat Tips

The Eye Signal That Says You’ve Made Friends With a Strange Cat

Cats tend to be shy with strangers, and humans tend to make a myriad of mistakes in greeting wary cats. But, these tricks of the trade can help you engage with a shy or wary cat. If they do this with their eyes, you'll know you've won them over. Or your guest has won your cat over.

Dog Tips

7 Easter Hazards All Pet Parents Need to Know About

The perils of chocolate Easter bunnies may not come as a surprise to most dog owners, but there are a half dozen other potential threats you need to know about if you share your home with a cat or dog. One little-known, highly toxic hazard has only become a serious problem in recent years.

Inspiring Videos

Puppy Gets Humans to Follow Him for the Sweetest Reason

You've seen people call puppy videos 'cuteness overload,' but this one really is!

Dog Tips

This Tiny Dog Makes No Bones About Bossing Big Dogs Around

She's very outgoing and happy and loves to be around people. She'll get along well with everyone in your household. She also loves kids, and has the energy to keep up with them. Couldn't you just love this tiny dog with a big dog attitude?

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