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435: Dr. Karen Becker on the Best Diet for Your Dog to Reverse Aging & Live a Happy, Healthy Life


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Dr. Karen Becker's (IG: @drkarenbecker) deliberate, common sense approach to creating vibrant health for companion animals has been embraced by millions of pet lovers around the world, making her the most followed vet on social media.

She has spent her career as a small animal clinician, empowering animal guardians to make intentional lifestyle decisions to enhance the wellbeing of their animals.

Karen also writes and lectures extensively and serves as a wellness consultant for a variety of health-oriented organizations.

Today we’re discussing her brand new book that she co-wrote with Rodney Habib, The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • What you feed your dog & cat matters
  • The fresh food movement
  • The truth why veterinarians recommend ultra processed pet food
  • Homemade cooked diet vs. raw food diet for pets
  • How can we help vets to stop fearing homemade diets?
  • Medical reasons to feed your pet high pressure pasteurization (HPP) sterile raw meat
  • Why pet owners should identity their food philosophy
  • Switching up your dog’s protein improves their gut microbiome
  • Health can travel up the leash
  • Creating a forever dog with proactive wellness
  • What's biologically appropriate nutrition for the species we're nourishing?
  • Feed your pet healthy, real food snacks
  • What foods are actually toxic to your dog?
  • Herbs & spices to use and avoid
  • Time restricted feeding (TRE) for dogs
  • The natural circadian rhythm of a dog
  • Supplements & pets - what is recommended?
  • Gassy dog? Digestive enzymes can help
  • Safe use of colloidal silver
  • The difference between colloidal silver and ionic silver
  • Karen's thoughts on raising a vegan dog
  • The long term impact of EPA deficiency on dogs
  • The benefits of medicinal mushrooms for pets
  • Buy foods the whole family (and pets) can eat
  • Increasing your dog’s lifespan
  • Do the best you can

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Related links:

Rodney Habib & Dr. Karen Becker - The Forever Dog (book)

Dr. Karen Becker's website

Follow Dr. Karen Becker on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Dr. Karen Becker - Dr. Becker's Real Food For Dogs & Cats (book)

Listen to Dr. Karen Becker previously on TUHP (episodes #109 and #110)

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Dr. David Sinclair - Lifespan (book)

Dr. Satchin Panda - The Circadian Code (book)

Listen Dr. Satchin Panda previously on TUHP (episode #353)

Dr. Jason Fung (books)

Listen to Dr. Jason Fung previously on TUHP (episodes #369 and #380)

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Related episodes:

352: Jenny Sansouci – Healing With Cannabis, CBD, & Mushrooms

187: Focus Friday – Ultimate Dog Health

143: Tero Isokauppila – Medicinal Mushrooms Have The Power To Regulate Your Immunity, Boost Your Brain, And Improve Your Gut Health

082: Natasha Knutson – Next Level Pet Health | Superfoods For Super Dogs | Pets Aging Gracefully

078: Dr. Robynne Chutkan – Microbiome 101 | Stop Sanitizing Yourself Sick | Having A Dog Will Boost Your Health

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