Let's Talk Healthy Pets with Dr. Becker

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Hello! I'm Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian. My goal is to partner with pet parents seeking to improve their pet’s overall health and vitality through wise lifestyle choices. I believe the Art of Medicine is understanding not only the myriad of insults that create…

Dr. Karen Becker


    • Oct 25, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Discovering the Wonders of Integrative Modalities - Discussion Between Dr. Christine Woodford & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 25:42


    In this Game Changer interview, Dr. Becker speaks with Dr. Christine Woodford, an integrative veterinarian and founder of Veterinary Integrative Performance Services in Robins, Iowa. 

    Groundbreaking Laser Procedure Improves Breathing in Flat-Faced Dogs - Discussion Between Dr. Boaz Man & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 31:21


    Today I'm interviewing a veterinarian in Boca Raton, FL, Dr. Boaz Man, who is using a groundbreaking CO2 laser procedure to dramatically improve the health and quality of life of French Bulldogs and other “extreme” flat-faced breeds.

    Every Bit of Time You Give Can Make a Difference - Discussion Between Mary Jo Rulffes & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 12:58


    Mary Jo Rulffes, president of the Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association (ACDRA), was nominated for a Game Changer Award by Nancy V. A serendipitous meeting during a 2013 shopping trip in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, brought Mary Jo Rulffes together with ACDRA, after she worked with them to rescue a cattle dog in need. Not only were they able to rescue the dog, but Rulffes ended up adopting her — and soon became president of ACDRA.

    Movement Is Medicine - Discussion Between Sarah MacKeigan & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 69:50


    Today is the final day of bark & whiskers Creating Heathy, Happy Pets Week 2023, and to close things out, our guest today is licensed physiotherapist and canine rehab therapist Sarah MacKeigan.

    Views on Animal Nutrition - Discussion Between Dr. Richard Patton & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 48:59


    Dr. Richard Patton, a favorite nutritionist of the fresh feeding community, believes that “nutrition is never a crisis” — but it can lead to one over time

    Dr. Becker Answers Your Tops Question

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 65:08


    This week, bark & whiskers is celebrating its anniversary! To honor this exciting milestone, an exclusive Q&A with Dr. Karen Becker.

    The Importance of Exercise for Your Pet's Longevity - Discussion Between Dr. Laurie McCauley & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 49:15


    Today is day four of bark & whiskers Creating Heathy, Happy Pets Week 2023, and our guest is veterinarian Dr. Laurie McCauley, a pioneer in the field of veterinary rehabilitation.

    Combining Mental and Physical Stimulation to Prevent Behavior Problems in Pets - Discussion Between Jo Woodward & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 41:00


    Today is day three of bark & whiskers Creating Heathy, Happy Pets Week 2023, and our guest is Jo Woodward, a positive reward-based dog trainer and canine enrichment specialist in North Yorkshire in the U.K.

    The 3 Causes of Behavior Problems in Pets - Discussion Between Dr. Lisa Radosta & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 42:06


    Today is day two of bark & whiskers Creating Heathy, Happy Pets Week 2023, and my guest is Dr. Lisa Radosta, a leader and expert in companion animal behavior for over 20 years discusses how behavior issues are on the rise and often lead to dogs and cats losing their forever homes. 

    AGEs: A Toxin Lurking in Ultraprocessed Pet Food - Discussion Between Dr. David Turner & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 34:02


    Welcome to day one of bark & whiskers' Creating Healthy, Happy Pets Week 2023! Today's expert introduces us to a threat that your pet may be exposed to on a daily basis that can promote diseases like diabetes, heart disease, brain and nerve disorders, as well as the growth of tumors.

    Best of Series - Overcoming Roadblocks and Expanding Your Veterinary Toolbox

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 13:36


    Dr. Peggy LaCombe of At Your Bark & Call Veterinary House Calls, a mobile veterinary practice based in Phoenix, Arizona. She was nominated for a Healthy Pets Game Changer Award by Fern M.

    Best of Series - Taking the Plunge and Rescuing Animals Full-Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 7:37


    In this best of series Pet Game Changer, Becca Edwards, who turned her volunteer work in animal rescue into a full-time career as dog kennel manager at the Humane Society for Inland Mendocino County.

    Best of Series - Creating a Better Culture for Animals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2023 18:04


    Dr. Alicja Izydorczyk, or Dr. Ala as she's known, was nominated for a Healthy Pets Game Changer Award for the incredible work she's doing with Soi Dog Foundation.

    The Importance of Hydration and Understanding Emotional Balance for Better Pet Health - Discussion Between Dr. Buchoff & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 12:40


    According to Dr. Buchoff, if every pet owner did this one thing that costs little or nothing to do, there would be a lot fewer vets, simply because their services wouldn't be needed like they are now. It is so crucial to your pet's health, it's a travesty every pet owner isn't already doing it.

    Best of Series - The Challenges of Moving to a Different Country and Starting a Rescue

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2023 15:35


    Tamara Johnston committed herself to starting an animal rescue in Malaysia after saving a puppy there. Listen to her inspiring story in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

    Useful Tools to Help Deal the Grief - Discussion Between Erica Messer & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 43:19


    In this interview Dr. Becker talks with Erica Messer, a pet parent who lost her beloved cat Wolfgang in a very traumatic way and was thrown headfirst into a sea of grief she had no idea how to navigate.

    Best of Series - The Challenges of Rescuing and Fostering Captive-Born Foxes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 20:00


    Mikayla Raines is the founder of the SaveAFox Rescue, dedicated to improving the lives of surrendered, abandoned, and abused domestic foxes bred in captivity either as pets or at fur farms.

    How a Single Dog Inspired This Veterinarian to Start an Animal Rescue - Discussion Between Dr. Turkan Ertugrul & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 14:45


    Dr. Turkan Ertugrul founded Saver of Souls Pet Rescue, located in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Saver of Souls Pet Rescue initially focused on saving California Chihuahuas, but now does a lot of local rescues as well, with Chihuahuas and other breeds.

    Optimizing Your Pet's Health - Discussion Between Dr. Becker & Dr. Mercola

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 80:03


    In this week's episode the roles are reversed, and I am interviewed by Dr. Mercola. I get the opportunity to share my deep philosophical views on how pets enrich our lives — from teaching us how to grieve to offering unconditional love in ways that even humans typically cannot. 

    How Austy Went From Falling Down to Short Jogs Again - Discussion Between Dr. Katie Kangas & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 21:49


    Today's Pet Game Changer is Dr. Katie Kangas, who runs Integrative Veterinary Care in San Diego, CA, a practice focused on prevention and natural healing and wellness. She talks about a 14-year-old Austy girl started falling and having trouble pooping and getting back up, as what can happen with older pets. But when Austy's owner-veterinarian made these three changes to her care, she not only lived almost two more years, but, miraculously, started going for jogs again.

    Best of Series - Overcoming Boredom to Provide Better Pet Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 26:21


    Dr. Judy Morgan originally started out as a conventional veterinarian, but eventually hit a wall. She overcame it by seeking out new tools to help her provide the best care for her patients.

    Promoting a Plant-Based Platform for Healing - Discussion Between Dr. Zach Scheurich & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 23:22


    Dr. Zach Scheurich, an integrative veterinarian, provides holistic veterinary care for Northwest Arkansas and Southwest Missouri. He was nominated for a Game Changer award due to his unique ability to help pet guardians expand their relationships with their animals — and view them in different lights.

    The Healing Powers of Keto Diet for Dogs - Discussion Between Mike Battaglia & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 28:47


    In this interview, Mike Battaglia, founder of KetoPoweredK9.com, discusses his website that provides a wealth of information on raw ketogenic diets for dogs with cancer, as well as a Facebook page where anxious, hopeful pet parents have formed a community.

    Best of Series - Maximizing Mainstream and Alternative Modalities for the Best Pet Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 10:27


    Today's Pet Game Changer is Dr. Ryn Marlowe, owner of the Carolina Integrative Veterinary Hospital in Fort Mill, SC.

    Best of Series - Creating a Positive Environment for Rescued Animals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 11:35


    This week's best of series interview Pet Game Changer is Molly Goldston, founder of Saving Grace, a non-profit organization in North Carolina that rescues dogs on euthanasia lists across the state and pulls out all the stops to get them ready for adoption.

    Best of Series - Fostering Teamwork Between Clients and Veterinarians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 13:45


    Dr. Deirdre Farr has spent decades improving animals' lives using alternative and complementary care. After experiencing burnout and frustration at the tool given to her by conventional veterinary care, Dr. Farr was about to change career paths, until she discovered acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and chiropractic care.

    The Incredible Technique That Helps Racehorses Heal - Discussion Between Dr. Lillian Bonner & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 14:13


    Dr. Lillian Bonner, an integrative veterinarian in Christchurch, New Zealand, is doing incredible work to help horses heal emotionally, physically and energetically.

    Best of Series - Leaving Conventional Veterinary Medicine Behind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 17:37


    Dr. Jordan Kocen, was nominated for a Healthy Pets Game Changer Award. He offers natural veterinary services, including acupuncture, homeopathy, Chinese herbal medicine, chiropractic, massage and even animal communication — that are lacking in many areas of the U.S. What makes the facility unique, aside from its integrative focus, is that it's a home for all types of practitioners to practice and work together to build the best plan of care for each animal.

    Building Bridges From Home to Home - Discussion Between Mandy Evans & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 21:48


    Mandy Evans saw a problem in the traditional way rescue animals were treated and sought to change that. With Home to Home, she came up with a way to honor the bond between animal and human.

    Our Wild Horses Are Fighting Their Last Stand - Discussion Between Erin Anna Phillips & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 14:31


    Erin Anna Phillips is a passionate rescuer of wild horses, and works to raise awareness regarding the many issues they face. Learn more about this topic in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

    Best of Series - Pursuing Your True Veterinary Direction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 11:33


    Today's Pet Game Changer is Dr. Andrea Carlson, owner of Southlake Animal Hospital in Merrillville, IN, which offers integrative veterinary medicine with a focus on healing the whole pet through good nutrition, a great immune system, and a combination of traditional and holistic therapies.

    Best of Series - Rehabilitating Bully Breeds

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2023 15:03


    Today's Pet Game Changer is Jennifer Rosen, founder of Bullies and Buddies, a 501c3 organization based in Redondo Beach, CA; the rescue is strictly foster-based and is dedicated to helping pit bulls and related breeds find the loving homes they deserve.

    Best of Series - Starting Your Own Animal Sanctuary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 11:06


    Beth Roberts from Bristow Barnyard Animal Rescue in Bristow, Oklahoma, is saving the lives of animals in her community.

    Using a Holistic Approach for Optimal Pet Wellness - Discussion Between Karen Rosenfeld & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 19:57


    Karen Rosenfeld is a holistic wellness practitioner working with dogs and cats. Find out how she started on this path in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

    Best of Series - Helping Families Keep Their Pets

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 18:40


    Today my guest is Yvette Berke, who was nominated for a Game Changer award by Linda P. Yvette is the Outreach Coordinator for the Little Angels Project (LAP), a 501(c)3 nonprofit animal welfare organization based in Agoura Hills, CA.

    Translating Natural Healing Strategies in Humans to Animals - Discussion Between Dr. Allison Brown & Dr. Karen Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 15:21


    Dr. Allison Brown originally practiced conventional veterinary medicine. But when her child got sick, she began to sought out natural healing strategies. This led her to use the same techniques for her practice.

    Best of Series - Starting Your Own Animal Shelter to Rescue Abused Animals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 10:16


    In this interview Diana Babish, who was nominated for a Game Changer award by Clara B., founded the Animal Environment Association (AEA) in Bethlehem Palestine in 2016, the only animal shelter in the West Bank. AEA-Bethlehem provides a safe environment for thousands of dogs and cats and works with local authorities to prevent the poisoning and shooting of dogs as a brutal form of animal control.

    Best of Series - Starting and Managing Your Own Full-Time Animal Rescue

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 9:02


    From the time she was just 11 years old, Cheryl Salvati was rescuing animals, but it wasn't until 2012 that she devoted her life to rescuing dogs full-time. After volunteering at animal rescue organizations for decades, Salvati received an opportunity to own and manage her own rescue organization.

    Best of Series - Creating a Rescue Community in the Caribbean

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 14:50


    Joanna Edge with Dogs and Cats of the Dominican Republic — the leading animal rescue with the Caribbean — is helping to enact positive change on the island to help animals in need.

    Best of Series - Recognizing New Treatments for Better Pet Care

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2023 17:08


    Holistic veterinarian Dr. Rose DiLeva owns the Animal Wellness Center veterinary practice in Chadds Ford, PA, where the goal is to provide clients and their animal companions with the best in holistic veterinary medicine, while integrating conventional veterinary medicine when needed.

    Best of Series - Lowering Euthanasia Rates in Your Community

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 18:00


    Amber Dennison, chair of the Humane Society of the Ohio Valley's operations committee, shared the inspiring story of the shelter's evolution from a high-kill shelter to one that now rarely resorts to euthanasia.

    Best of Series - Discovering the Path of Your Veterinary Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 12:42


    Today's Pet Game Changer is Dr. Laura Weis, an integrative veterinarian who specializes in healing through nutrition and homeopathy at Doylestown Veterinary Hospital and Holistic Pet Care in Doylestown, PA.

    Best of Series - Saving Senior Dogs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 7:20


    Caring for senior animals can be a challenging, but immensely rewarding experience. Here's how Wendy Johnson started her path on this type of rescue.

    Best of Series - Starting an Animal Shelter in Your Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 20:26


    When Keith Benning arrived in North Dakota, there was no animal shelter in his community. He addressed this problem by starting one of his own, and quickly grew to become a big operation.

    Best of Series - Opening Yourself to Other Healing Modalities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 16:59


    Early on in Dr. Pema's career, she became exposed to alternative healing methods that later defined her practice. She shares her story here with Dr. Karen Becker.

    Best of Series - Integrating a Functional Approach to Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2023 29:32


    Dr. Barbara Royal had many jobs, but she always knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Today, she incorporates many functional approaches to help animals become better. She shares her story in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

    Best of Series - Rehabilitating Wildlife the Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 10:50


    Hope Swinimer runs the Hope for Wildlife rescue, which focuses on rehabilitating wildlife animals throughout Nova Scotia, Canada.

    Evolving Your Veterinary Approach - Discussion Between Dr. Nicole LeVeque & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2023 13:27


    Dr. LeVeque originally started with a conventional practice, but she was always interested in alternative healing methods. She eventually took the plunge, and now her practice has evolved to using more natural methods. Listen to her story in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

    Best of Series - Exploring New Healing Modalities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 21:09


    Early on during Dr. Stephenson's veterinary career, he found that his skills were lacking. He decided to open himself up to alternative healing approaches and found better satisfaction in his practice.

    Moving Away From a Traditional Approach in Practicing - Discussion Between Dr. Judy Jasek & Dr. Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2023 22:07


    Observing that medical advances haven't resulted in healthier pets, Dr. Judy decided to forge her own path. Today this Game Changer treats and prevents tumors and other malignancies with remarkable success by supporting the body's natural healing ability.

    Best of Series - Finding Your Veterinary Niche

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 15:41


    When Dr. Erica Dickie first started her veterinary journey, she travelled a lot to find her specialty. Now, she's at home in providing palliative care to animals. Listen to her journey in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

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