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

Growing Your Animal Rescue Program With Nana Doodle

15 Nov 2020

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Nana Doodle started out with a small program that matched dogs with people. Somewhere down the line, she realized that doodles needed homes as well, a...

Rescuing Animals as a Lifelong Passion With Kristy Morrell

11 Nov 2020

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Kristy Morrell's Project Precious Rescue organization is devoted to helping animals with medical and behavioral needs — animals that might be overlo...

Finding Your Passion for Rescuing With Marilyn Suss

08 Nov 2020

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Rescuing animals is a passion that any person can develop, even the elderly. Listen to the story of Marilyn Suss and how she cares for animals, even a...

Expanding Into Holistic Practice With Dr. Anna Maria Wolf

04 Nov 2020

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Dr. Anna Maria Wolf has been nominated for an animal Game Changer award for the incredible work she's doing making holistic house calls in the Olympic...

Treating the Entire Family With Dr. Shannon Ruff

01 Nov 2020

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Dr. Shannon Ruff is a chiropractic practitioner who can also treat pets. Find out how she balances her work and create a healthier family.

Being a Mobile Veterinarian With Dr. Heather Oxford

28 Oct 2020

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Dr. Heather Oxford is nominated for an Animal Game Changer award. In this interview, learn what makes her practice special compared to traditional vet...

Rescuing Shelter Dogs in Canada With Jodi Lane

25 Oct 2020

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Jodi Lane is the founder of K9 Crusaders Animal Rescue. Learn all about her work and why she was nominated for an Animal Game Changer Award.

Taking Rescuing to New Heights With Jenifer Alcorn

21 Oct 2020

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Jenifer Alcorn is the executive director of South Coast Humane Society. Learn the improvements she has made once she became a part of this shelter tha...

Following Your Passion for Animals With Sarah Lauch

18 Oct 2020

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Discover how volunteering created Sarah Lauch's passion for helping animals through her organization Live Like Roo.

Rescuing Dogs With Shanne Roberts

14 Oct 2020

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Shanne Roberts job is to resuce dogs that are going to be killed through her organization, Luna Siberian Husky Rescue.

Following Your Curiosity With Dr. Will Falconer

11 Oct 2020

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Dr. Will Falconer of Vital Animal has been through a long journey of discovery. Learn what spurred him to become the veterinarian he is today.

Rescuing Horses While Saving Humans With Pat Beauvais

07 Oct 2020

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Pat Beauvais founded the Heart & Soul Equine Foundation, which rescues horses while simultaneously providing therapy for human visitors.

Dr. Karen Becker Interviews Dr. Becca Klobuchar

04 Oct 2020

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Dr. Becca is nominated for an Animal Game Change award. Learn about Dr. Klobuchar's work on why she is given this recognition.

Dr. Karen Becker Interviews Jeff Feinman

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jeff Feinman is an integrative veterinarian and CEO of Holistic Actions. Discover his journey to how he arrived to his current career phase.

Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Donna Kelleher

27 Sep 2020

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Dr. Donna Kelleher is a veterinarian nominated for an Animal Game Changer award. Discover her work and her current projects right now.

Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Jaime Gonzalez

23 Sep 2020

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Dr. Jaime Gonzalez is a holistic veterinarian who grew up in Mexico. Learn how his upbringing influenced his decision into becoming the veterinarian h...

Holistic Medicine & Fresh Foods = Dr. Nick Thompson Interviewed by Dr. Becker

16 Sep 2020

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Dr. Nick Thompson is a veterinarian hailing from the United Kingdom. Learn how he transitioned to holistic medicine and his contributions to the field...

Jocelyn Pratt on How Dogs Can Save Other Fellow Dogs

13 Sep 2020

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Jocelyn Pratt of the BRVBB is nominated for a Game Changer award. Discover how her work with BRVBB helps dogs in need.

Dr. Marc Smith on Adapting to Provide Better Veterinary Care

09 Sep 2020

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Dr. Marc Smith is nominated for a Game Changer award. Learn more about him and how his work helps pets and their owners in this interview.

Amanda Jo on Why She Saves Dogs

06 Sep 2020

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Amanda Jo, co-founder of Bunny's Buddies. Discover what inspired Amanda Jo to start helping hundreds of animals around the...

Searching for Non-Invasive Therapies With Debi Famelos

02 Sep 2020

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In this video, Dr. Becker interviews Debi Famelos of the Canine Bowen Institute and how this method may help dogs in need.

Dr. Tanya Grantham on the Importance of Alternative Veterinary Treatments

30 Aug 2020

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Dr. Tanya Grantham, based in South Africa, shares her inspiration on becoming a veterinarian, and how she practices today.

Stumbling Upon Integrative Treatment Methods With Dr. Neal Sivula

26 Aug 2020

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Dr. Neal Sivula is a veterinarian at the Dancing Paws Animal Wellness Center. He discusses his work and his story in this video.

Dr. Cynthia Lankenau on Exploring Alternative Veterinary Treatments

19 Aug 2020

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Dr. Cynthia Lankenau is interviewed by Dr. Karen Becker. She shares how she became a veterinarian, as well as insights on how veterinary education can...

Researching Other Healthy Modalities With Dr. PJ Broadfoot

12 Aug 2020

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Dr. PJ Broadfoot, interviewed by Dr. Karen Becker, shares her story on how she picked up new skills to expand her veterinary practice.

Dr. Janice Huntingford Talks About Modalities to Beat Career Burnout

05 Aug 2020

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Dr. Janice Huntingford always wanted to be a veterinarian. She's taken care of all kinds of animals, small and large. Discover her story in this inter...

Dr. Nichola Spooner Shares Her Evolution as a Veterinarian

29 Jul 2020

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Dr. Nichola Spooner on her journey to becoming an integrative veterinarian.

Applying Integrative Equine Veterinarian Practices With Dr. Joyce Harman

22 Jul 2020

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Dr. Joyce Harman is an esteemed integrative veterinarian, especially in the field of equine care.

Dr. Joanna Milan Shares Her Veterinarian Journey in Australia

15 Jul 2020

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Dr. Joanna Milan tells her story on how she became an integrative veterinarian, who is now practicing in Australia.

Applying Alternative Veterinary Treatments With Dr. Alexia Tsakiris

08 Jul 2020

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Dr. Alexia Tsakiris is a veterinarian from New Jersey, and shares her journey to adding integrative practices in her career.

Dr. Erin Bannink on Applying Integrative Oncological Treatments for Pets

01 Jul 2020

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Dr. Erinn Bannink shares her story and her insights regarding being a veterinarian specializing in oncology.

Expanding Your Veterinary 'Toolbox' With Dr. Richard Palmquist

28 Jun 2020

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Discover Dr. Richard Palmquist's integrative veterinary story in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

Dr. Gary Richter Shares His Journey to Becoming a Integrative Veterinarian

27 Jun 2020

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Dr. Gary Richter is a California-based veterinarian, and shares his journey with Dr. Karen Becker.

Dr. Susan Wagner on Being Open-Minded to New Veterinarian Modalities

26 Jun 2020

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Dr. Susan Wagner returns to Mercola Healthy Pets for a new interview. Get to know more about her work and her story in this video.

Dr. Jodi Van Tine Chronicles Her Integrative Veterinary Journey

25 Jun 2020

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Dr. Jodi Van Tine regarding her veterinary practices, such as acupuncture in animals.

Dr. Jean Dodds Explains the Concept of One Health in Veterinary Practice

24 Jun 2020

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Dr. Jean Dodds, founder of Hemopet, shares on improving education to give "wholeism" a better reputation to the public.

Applying Integrative Animal Care to New Zealand Pets by Dr. Liza Schneider

23 Jun 2020

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Dr. Lisa Schneider is a veterinarian based in New Zealand, but originally grew up in Africa. She shares her story with Dr. Becker.

Dr. Steve Marsden Shares His Story on How He Became a Integrative Veterinarian

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Steve Marsden shares his disillusionment and how he was able to overcome this career hurdle.

The Wonders of Coconut Oil Discussion Between Carmina O'Connor, Charisa Antigua & Dr. Becker

12 Jun 2020

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews the owners of CocoTherapy on how coconut oil can benefit your pet's health, both inside and outside

Nutritional Wisdom in Animals Discussion Between Drs. Fred Provenza & Karen Becker

09 Jun 2020

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In this video, Dr. Karen Becker interviews Dr. Fred Provenza on the concept of nutritional wisdom in animals and how it can lead to better health.

Utilizing Ozone Therapy in Veterinary Practice

04 May 2020

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Jonathan Lowe, owner of o3Vets, regarding ozone therapy in veterinary practice

The Dog Doc: An Insight Into Integrative Veterinary Medicine

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker interviews Cindy Meehl, acclaimed director of the documentary "Buck," about her new work, "The Dog Doc," which is centered on veterin...

Stefani Cohen Discusses Her Fear of Dogs with Dr. Becker

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking with Stefani Cohen, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who is doing very important work in helping children overcome their fear of ...

Dr. Becker Discusses How FSMA Affects the Raw Pet Food Industry

22 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), which was signed into law in 2011, requires that all human and pet food manufacturers maintain a writt...

Street Veterinary Care Discussion Between Dr. Jon Geller and Dr. Becker

01 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking with fellow veterinarian Dr. Jon Geller, founder of the Street Dog Coalition, a wonderful organization committed to protecting and h...

Force-Free Dog Training Discussion Between Niki Tudge and Dr. Becker

23 Feb 2020

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Niki Tudge, founder of the Pet Professional Guild, regarding the importance of force-free dog training to foster a healthy...

The Danger of Catabolic Steroids in Veterinary Practice

16 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Catabolic steroids are widely overused in veterinary practice. Learn how these drugs can be dangerous to your pets when used inappropriately.

Best of Dr. Becker 2019

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Last year was a wonderful year for pet health care, and I'd like to personally thank you for tuning in to our discussions. We covered a number of pet ...

Canine Coronavirus

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, talks about canine coronavirus (CCV), a highly contagious but relatively mild dis...

Why Pet Parents Are Demanding Better, Fresher Foods for Pets

09 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Two pet parents, Sharon Castle and Morgan Hickey, discuss their experiences with their veterinarians and how their personal decision to switch to fre...

Veterinary Technicians and their Nutrition Education

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Deborah Glottman, a vet tech who's president of Vermont Veterinary Technician Association, and Heather Darbo-McClellan, a vet tech educator, talk abo...

Vet Student Nutrition Education And How We Can Improve It

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Drs. Ryan Yamka and Joseph Bartges, who are both board certified animal nutritionists, discuss ways on improving education for vet and vet tech stude...

Why Fresh Pet Food Companies Are Blossoming Everywhere

06 Nov 2019

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Renaldo Webb and Alan Hansbury, who are founders of two different human-grade pet food companies, Pet Plate and Meals for Fido, respectively, discuss...

Vet Tech Nutrition Education

05 Nov 2019

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Dr. Susan Guttschow, Program Director/Instructor at Gateway Technical Challenge, and certified veterinary technician Ed Carlson discuss the importanc...

Why CANWI Is Creating the SPAN (Student Partnerships in Animal Nutrition) Program

04 Nov 2019

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Holistic veterinarians and CANWI founders Drs. Karen Becker and Donna Raditic discuss the importance of the Student Partnerships in Animal Nutrition ...

Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Richard Patton's on Animal Nutrition

22 Sep 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Dr. Richard Patton on animal nutrition, and how it can be improved to benefit the life of pets.

Dr. Becker Interviews Dr John Robb on Protect the Pets Movement

15 Sep 2019

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Dr. John Robb gives an update on his Protect the Pets movement to transform and bring back morals to the practice of veterinary medicine

Sebaceous Adenitis- Inflammatory Skin Condition

18 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sebaceous adenitis is an inflammatory skin condition that destroys the sebum-producing sebaceous glands; it is seen primarily in dogs .  For more inf...

Crate Training

11 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm a big fan of crate training and recommend it to every dog guardian I know, especially those who need to housetrain a puppy. Whether your canine c...

Dr. Becker Interview Robert SIlver

04 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Becker sits down with Dr. Robert Silver to discuss his use of cannabis, hemp, and CBD in the treatment of pets.

Dr. Karen Becker Discusses Brachial Plexus Avulsion

14 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brachial plexus avulsion is a medical term to describe damage to the nerves that feed a dog's or cat's front legs. This type of injury is usually ser...

Vestibular Disease

12 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Vestibular disease is a disorder that affects a dog's body balance systems; the most common type is the peripheral form, which occurs outside the cen...

Everything you Need to Know About Canine Warts

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Warts, or papillomas, typically affect young, immunosuppressed and older dogs. In this video, Dr. Becker discusses how dogs typically get them, which...

Dr. Becker Interviews Denise Sanders

23 Jun 2019

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Dr. Becker interviews Denise Sanders of the National Search Dog Foundation. This amazing organization recruits shelter dogs to live, train and receiv...

Kennel Cough in Dogs

19 Jun 2019

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Kennel cough, or Bordetella, is a common highly contagious upper respiratory condition in dogs. Dr. Becker discusses how dogs get it, symptoms and ho...

Dr Becker Discusses Mast Cell Tumors

30 May 2019

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Mast cells contain substances that play a role in all allergic responses. When they replicate, it can lead to mast cell tumors. For more information ...

Psychogenic Alopecia in Cats

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this video you will learn everything you need to know about the common cat compulsive disorder known as psychogenic alopecia. For more information...

The Best Ways Help Your Overweight Cat Shed the Excess Pounds

24 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you have an overweight cat, there are several ways to help get their health back on track. In this video, I'll show you the best tips and strategi...

What to Look for in a Pet Probiotics Supplement

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Help improve your pets GI function by learning what to look for in a pet probiotic supplement.

Dr. Becker Discusses Seasonal Support For Pets

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Allergies in pets may occur seasonally. Identify your pet's allergic reactions so that you take a proactive approach to their health. To learn more g...

Dr. Becker Discusses Why Dogs Stink

17 Apr 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker discusses the different reasons why your dog may be smelly. There are several underlying reasons why your dog smells and it is impor...

The Overuse of Antibiotics in Veterinary Applications

22 Mar 2019

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In this video, Dr. Karen Becker discusses the dangers of antibiotic abuse in veterinary settings. The problem is compounded further when pets become ...

Dr.Becker Interviews Sherri Franklin

28 Feb 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Sherri Franklin who founded Muttville Senior Dog Rescue in 2007 after the painful realization that many older shelter dog...

Dr. Karen Becker welcomes back Dr. Melissa Shelton

21 Feb 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker welcomes back Dr. Melissa Shelton for an update on her work with essential oils. Dr. Shelton is a proactive, holistic veterinarian w...

Dr.Becker interviews Nathalie Abutaha

14 Feb 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Nathalie Abutaha, founder of the DC Shiba Inu Rescue. Her organization's mission is to rescue, foster, vet and train negl...

What You Need to Know About Lick Granuloma

07 Feb 2019

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In this video, Dr. Karen Becker discusses acral lick dermatitis, also known as lick granuloma, a skin condition caused by excessive licking in dogs. ...

Dr. Karen Becker Interviews Chelsea Kent

31 Jan 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker Interviews Chelsea Kent of Food Regulation Facts, an organization that aims to educate pet parents about the regulations, ingredient...

Dr.Becker Interviews Miriam Richard and Valerie Fry

24 Jan 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Miriam Richard and Valerie Fry, creators of an effort called Dogs in Vests. The goal is to empower individuals and familie...

The Mighty Hearts Project Helps Dogs With Mitral Valve Disease

17 Jan 2019

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Nathan Estes from the Mighty Hearts Project, an organization that provides dog owners logistical information to help thei...

Dr. Becker Interviews Gus Ray

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Just like humans, pets can develop diabetes as well. Testing is expensive for animals, but Gus Ray is looking to make it affordable to benefit pet pa...

What to Look for in a Joint Support Supplement

29 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Joint health is an important component to your pet's enjoyment to life. Supplementation may help them if they're experiencing joint pain. To learn mo...

Dr. Becker interviews Liz Bales

20 Dec 2018

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Dr. Becker interviews Liz Bales on how you can feed your cat naturally by bringing out their inner hunter. Visit https://healthypets.mercola.com/site...

Dr.Becker Interviews Dr. Sylvia Angelico

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sylvia Angelico discusses with Dr. Karen Becker the importance of feeding your pet a fresh food diet.

Dr. Becker Explains What to Look for in a Sunscreen for Pets

03 Dec 2018

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Dr. Becker Interviews Holly Ganz

29 Nov 2018

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Dr. Becker discusses how the gut microbiome plays a role in pet health with Dr. Holly Ganz. Visit Mercola Healthy Pets: https://healthypets.mercola....

Dr. Becker's Journey to Becoming a Holistic Vet

27 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker shares the story of how she decided to go into holistic veterinary medicine, starting with her love for wildlife and her passion for...

Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Artur Vasconcelos on Leishmaniasis

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

 Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian interviews Dr. Artur Vasconcelos and together they discuss important informati...

Feline Idiopathic Chronic Cystitis

16 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian discusses the symptoms of Feline Idiopathic Chronic Cystitis and what to do if yo...

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Pets

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker, a holistic pet care expert discusses the symptoms, causes, and diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in pets especially in ...

Pet Parents Can Help Initiate a Paradigm Shift in Veterinary Medicine

03 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Veterinary treatment is reactive for the most part. CANWI hopes to initiate a change in veterinarian's mindsets by encouraging them to take a more pro...

How to Care for Your Cat, From Kittenhood to Old Age

01 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Cat parents should watch out for non-obvious signs of pain in their pets to provide better treatment. Keeping track the cat's health and reducing thei...

AGEs and Its Effect on the Feline Diabetes Epidemic

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

CANWI hopes to provide pet owners information on how AGEs can affect their cat's nutrition and wellness, especially since feline nutrition studies are...

High Heat Processing Creates High Levels of AGEs

29 Oct 2018

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AGEs in processed pet food can affect your dog's health. Initial CANWI study indicates that there are high levels of AGEs in processed dry and canned ...

Why Aren't Our Pets Living Longer?

28 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Food plays a big role in the health and lifespan of your pets, and AGEs may be playing a role in the spread of feline diabetes, which can profoundly ...

Dr. Karen Becker and Dr. Ronald Schultz on Pet Vaccines

24 Oct 2018

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Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian interviews Dr. Ronald Schultz and together they discuss important information abo...

Reasons Cats Throw Up and Ways to Treat a Vomiting Cat

22 Oct 2018

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Proactive veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker discusses the reason why cats throw up and the ways to treat a vomiting cat. Visit https://healthypets.merco...

Carnivores and Protein

17 Oct 2018

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Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian discusses the need to feed dogs and cats a protein rich diet, and the right prote...

Upper Respiratory Disease in Cats

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, discusses the causes of respiratory diseases in cats and ways in which they can ...

Dr. Becker Explains Copper Storage Disease

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, talks about copper storage disease, an abnormal accumulation of copper i...

Dr. Becker on Corneal Ulcers

26 Sep 2018

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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, talks about corneal ulcers. To learn more, visit https://healthypets.mercol...