Dr. Karen Becker | Common Sense Veterinary Medicine

I Love Animals

"I believe biologically appropriate real food and an animal's immediate environment are the most important factors in determining health, vitality, and lifespan. I have spent my career fixing animals and empowering guardians to make knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of the animals they care for."

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Twisted Stomachs, Stolen Lives

Recognizing the Warning Signs of GDV

Dr. Karen Becker | Common Sense Veterinary Medicine
Most dog parents have heard of bloat, but few realize how quickly it can escalate into GDV — gastric dilatation-volvulus — a medical emergency where every second counts. In this article, you’ll discover: The difference between simple bloat and dangerous GDV; Early symptoms to watch for; At-risk breeds and feeding habits that increase danger; Prevention tips backed by veterinary science - Being informed can save your dog’s life.

Dog Bloat & GDV: Signs, Risks, and Life-Saving Prevention

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Books From Dr. Karen Becker

New York Times Best Selling Author

Dr. Becker’s  ‘Forever Dog’ books, co-written by Rodney Habib, were created to provide pet parents with the knowlege and tools to do better by knowing more.

These books are part of Dr. Becker’s pet longevity mission.  Your pets can live longer and her two best selling books are the must have guides for pet parents.  Backed by science, these books are the ultimate resources to help your dogs and cats live their best life.

The Forever Dog

My First Book: The Sceince behind why you need to build a healthy lifestyle for you pets.

The Forever Dog explains the root causes, the “why,” of dog health demise and decline over the last several hundred years, with the world’s top longevity experts weighing in on promising research that, with focused effort, provides hope for improving our canine companions’ healthspan and lifespan.

The Forever Dog Life

My Second Book: the how-to-guide for building a healthy long life for your pets.

The Forever Dog Life, Longevity Tips and New Science for Better Bowls and Healthy Homes, is our follow-up “how-to” manual for putting the science from our first book into action. Wtih over 120 recipes, this full-color, step-by-step guide makes it easy to put the L.I.F.E. principles into action.

Other Things Close To My Heart

Treats, my online community and nutrition research

Mama’s Becker’s World-Famous Treats

Dr. Karen Becker | Common Sense Veterinary Medicine
Learn more about my mama’s handmade pet treat company and the family business.

JOIN MY PRIVATE WELLNESS COMMUNITY

Dr. Karen Becker | Common Sense Veterinary Medicine
Learn more about our awesome community of 2.0 pet parents, veterinarians and wellness professionals.

Companion Animal Nutrition and Wellness Institute

Dr. Karen Becker | Common Sense Veterinary Medicine
Learn more about the non-profit I co-founded, and why this important work matters.

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