Take Control of Your Pet's Health with Dr. Becker

By Dr. Karen Becker

What's Take Control of Your Pet's Health with Dr. Becker about?

Welcome, pet parents and pet lovers! If your goal is to create vibrant health for your animals I invite you to tune in to Dr. Becker's podcast. She covers dozens of topics that will equip you to make the best health and wellness choices for your companions. Subscribe now!

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Take Control of Your Pet's Health with Dr. Becker episodes:

10.25.2023
Discovering the Wonders of Integrative Modalities - Discussion Between Dr. Christine Woodford & Dr. Becker
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.
10.18.2023
Groundbreaking Laser Procedure Improves Breathing in Flat-Faced Dogs - Discussion Between Dr. Boaz Man & Dr. Becker
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.
10.11.2023
Every Bit of Time You Give Can Make a Difference - Discussion Between Mary Jo Rulffes & Dr. Becker
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,...
09.11.2023
Movement Is Medicine - Discussion Between Sarah MacKeigan & Dr. Becker
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.
09.10.2023
Views on Animal Nutrition - Discussion Between Dr. Richard Patton & Dr. Becker
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
09.09.2023
Dr. Becker Answers Your Tops Question
This week, bark & whiskers is celebrating its anniversary! To honor this exciting milestone, an exclusive Q&A; with Dr. Karen Becker.
09.08.2023
The Importance of Exercise for Your Pet’s Longevity - Discussion Between Dr. Laurie McCauley & Dr. Becker
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.
09.07.2023
Combining Mental and Physical Stimulation to Prevent Behavior Problems in Pets - Discussion Between Jo Woodward & Dr. Becker
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.
09.06.2023
The 3 Causes of Behavior Problems in Pets - Discussion Between Dr. Lisa Radosta & Dr. Becker
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...
09.05.2023
AGEs: A Toxin Lurking in Ultraprocessed Pet Food - Discussion Between Dr. David Turner & Dr. Becker
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,...
08.27.2023
Best of Series - Overcoming Roadblocks and Expanding Your Veterinary Toolbox
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.
08.23.2023
Best of Series - Taking the Plunge and Rescuing Animals Full-Time
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.
08.20.2023
Best of Series - Creating a Better Culture for Animals
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.
08.16.2023
The Importance of Hydration and Understanding Emotional Balance for Better Pet Health - Discussion Between Dr. Buchoff & Dr. Becker
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...
08.13.2023
Best of Series - The Challenges of Moving to a Different Country and Starting a Rescue
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.
08.09.2023
Useful Tools to Help Deal the Grief - Discussion Between Erica Messer & Dr. Becker
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.
08.06.2023
Best of Series - The Challenges of Rescuing and Fostering Captive-Born Foxes
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.
08.02.2023
How a Single Dog Inspired This Veterinarian to Start an Animal Rescue - Discussion Between Dr. Turkan Ertugrul & Dr. Becker
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.
07.30.2023
Optimizing Your Pet's Health - Discussion Between Dr. Becker & Dr. Mercola
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...
07.26.2023
How Austy Went From Falling Down to Short Jogs Again - Discussion Between Dr. Katie Kangas & Dr. Becker
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...
07.24.2023
Best of Series - Overcoming Boredom to Provide Better Pet Care
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.
07.19.2023
Promoting a Plant-Based Platform for Healing - Discussion Between Dr. Zach Scheurich & Dr. Becker
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 —...
07.11.2023
The Healing Powers of Keto Diet for Dogs - Discussion Between Mike Battaglia & Dr. Becker
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.
07.09.2023
Best of Series - Maximizing Mainstream and Alternative Modalities for the Best Pet Care
Today’s Pet Game Changer is Dr. Ryn Marlowe, owner of the Carolina Integrative Veterinary Hospital in Fort Mill, SC.
07.05.2023
Best of Series - Creating a Positive Environment for Rescued Animals
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...
07.02.2023
Best of Series - Fostering Teamwork Between Clients and Veterinarians
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...
06.28.2023
The Incredible Technique That Helps Racehorses Heal - Discussion Between Dr. Lillian Bonner & Dr. Becker
Dr. Lillian Bonner, an integrative veterinarian in Christchurch, New Zealand, is doing incredible work to help horses heal emotionally, physically and energetically.
06.25.2023
Best of Series - Leaving Conventional Veterinary Medicine Behind
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...
06.21.2023
Building Bridges From Home to Home - Discussion Between Mandy Evans & Dr. Becker
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.
06.18.2023
Our Wild Horses Are Fighting Their Last Stand - Discussion Between Erin Anna Phillips & Dr. Becker
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.
06.14.2023
Best of Series - Pursuing Your True Veterinary Direction
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...
06.11.2023
Best of Series - Rehabilitating Bully Breeds
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...
06.07.2023
Best of Series - Starting Your Own Animal Sanctuary
Beth Roberts from Bristow Barnyard Animal Rescue in Bristow, Oklahoma, is saving the lives of animals in her community.
06.04.2023
Using a Holistic Approach for Optimal Pet Wellness - Discussion Between Karen Rosenfeld & Dr. Becker
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.
05.31.2023
Best of Series - Helping Families Keep Their Pets
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.
05.28.2023
Translating Natural Healing Strategies in Humans to Animals - Discussion Between Dr. Allison Brown & Dr. Karen Becker
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.
05.24.2023
Best of Series - Starting Your Own Animal Shelter to Rescue Abused Animals
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...
05.21.2023
Best of Series - Starting and Managing Your Own Full-Time Animal Rescue
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...
05.17.2023
Best of Series - Creating a Rescue Community in the Caribbean
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.
05.14.2023
Best of Series - Recognizing New Treatments for Better Pet Care
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...
05.10.2023
Best of Series - Lowering Euthanasia Rates in Your Community
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.
05.07.2023
Best of Series - Discovering the Path of Your Veterinary Practice
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.
05.03.2023
Best of Series - Saving Senior Dogs
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.
04.30.2023
Best of Series - Starting an Animal Shelter in Your Community
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.
04.26.2023
Best of Series - Opening Yourself to Other Healing Modalities
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.
04.23.2023
Best of Series - Integrating a Functional Approach to Healing
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.
04.19.2023
Best of Series - Rehabilitating Wildlife the Community
Hope Swinimer runs the Hope for Wildlife rescue, which focuses on rehabilitating wildlife animals throughout Nova Scotia, Canada.
04.16.2023
Evolving Your Veterinary Approach - Discussion Between Dr. Nicole LeVeque & Dr. Becker
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...
04.12.2023
Best of Series - Exploring New Healing Modalities
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.
04.09.2023
Moving Away From a Traditional Approach in Practicing - Discussion Between Dr. Judy Jasek & Dr. Becker
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.

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Take Control of Your Pet's Health with Dr. Becker episodes:

Discovering the Wonders of Integrative Modalities - Discussion Between Dr. Christine Woodford & Dr. Becker

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

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

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

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

Dr. Becker Answers Your Tops Question

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

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

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

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

Best of Series - Overcoming Roadblocks and Expanding Your Veterinary Toolbox

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

Best of Series - Creating a Better Culture for Animals

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Best of Series - Overcoming Boredom to Provide Better Pet Care

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

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

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

Best of Series - Creating a Positive Environment for Rescued Animals

Best of Series - Fostering Teamwork Between Clients and Veterinarians

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

Best of Series - Leaving Conventional Veterinary Medicine Behind

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

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

Best of Series - Pursuing Your True Veterinary Direction

Best of Series - Rehabilitating Bully Breeds

Best of Series - Starting Your Own Animal Sanctuary

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

Best of Series - Helping Families Keep Their Pets

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

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

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

Best of Series - Creating a Rescue Community in the Caribbean

Best of Series - Recognizing New Treatments for Better Pet Care

Best of Series - Lowering Euthanasia Rates in Your Community

Best of Series - Discovering the Path of Your Veterinary Practice

Best of Series - Saving Senior Dogs

Best of Series - Starting an Animal Shelter in Your Community

Best of Series - Opening Yourself to Other Healing Modalities

Best of Series - Integrating a Functional Approach to Healing

Best of Series - Rehabilitating Wildlife the Community

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

Best of Series - Exploring New Healing Modalities

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