The Dr. Becker's Bites Blog

Welcome to our little corner of the world—where family, food, fur, and feathers come together in harmony. Our blogs are intended to be a celebration of the Becker family’s values and the small, meaningful choices that create a life well-lived. Whether it’s sharing a meal made from real, nourishing ingredients, nurturing relationships that ground and uplift us, or noticing the beauty and astonishment of a little roadrunner at our back door, we believe joy is found in the everyday. Our goal is to create our own “Blue Zone” right where we are—prioritizing health, connection, and purpose at every age and stage of life. And we want to share our journey with you!

Here, you’ll find stories, tips, and reflections on everything from backyard wildlife and pet antics to heartfelt communication, family rituals, and the power of community. We’ll talk about what it means to truly support one another, why sharing matters, and how slowing down, with focus and intention, can lead to deeper fulfillment. Whether we’re offering a healthy recipe, showing you how to make DIY pet toys, or simply telling a story about something that moved us, to tears or laughter, this space is about living with purpose and loving fully.

We’re so glad you’re here, thank you for joining us.

Pet Health & Education

A Visit from David: When a Former Student Becomes a Messenger of Gratitude

A Visit from David: When a Former Student Becom...

Some days settle into your soul like warm sunlight through an old windowpane. Saturday, July 19, 2025, was one of those days for Jim and me. A rare kind of...

A Visit from David: When a Former Student Becom...

Some days settle into your soul like warm sunlight through an old windowpane. Saturday, July 19, 2025, was one of those days for Jim and me. A rare kind of...

The Magic of Black Cats: A Story of Love, Loss, and Second Chances

The Magic of Black Cats: A Story of Love, Loss,...

August 17 is Black Cat Appreciation Day, and my heart turns toward the beautiful black cats who’ve shared and shaped our family’s lives. Over the years, these sleek, shadowy companions...

The Magic of Black Cats: A Story of Love, Loss,...

August 17 is Black Cat Appreciation Day, and my heart turns toward the beautiful black cats who’ve shared and shaped our family’s lives. Over the years, these sleek, shadowy companions...

Gwen the Hen: A Basketful of Joy and a Heart Full of Purpose

Gwen the Hen: A Basketful of Joy and a Heart Fu...

After a tornado tore through our area, the local humane society—where Karen worked—was suddenly flooded with animals displaced by the storm. Among them was an unusual arrival that caught Karen’s...

Gwen the Hen: A Basketful of Joy and a Heart Fu...

After a tornado tore through our area, the local humane society—where Karen worked—was suddenly flooded with animals displaced by the storm. Among them was an unusual arrival that caught Karen’s...

Two Queens and One Big “NO!”

Two Queens and One Big “NO!”

Why Some Animals (and People) Just Aren’t Meant to Coexist—And That’s Okay There was no sugarcoating it. It wasn’t a gentle “no, thank you” or a subtle tail flick. It...

Two Queens and One Big “NO!”

Why Some Animals (and People) Just Aren’t Meant to Coexist—And That’s Okay There was no sugarcoating it. It wasn’t a gentle “no, thank you” or a subtle tail flick. It...

Wildlife in Her Heart

Wildlife in Her Heart

Some people come into the world knowing exactly why they’re here. My youngest daughter, Karen, was one of them. Her mission revealed itself early—at just three years old, she had...

Wildlife in Her Heart

Some people come into the world knowing exactly why they’re here. My youngest daughter, Karen, was one of them. Her mission revealed itself early—at just three years old, she had...

Meet one of the Kitty Mamas in our family:An Interview with My Daughter Ann

Meet one of the Kitty Mamas in our family:An In...

Meet Milly and Bobbi Jo—and the humans who didn’t give up on them. Let me introduce you to Milly (the tortoiseshell) and Bobbi Jo (the tabby), two rescue cats living...

Meet one of the Kitty Mamas in our family:An In...

Meet Milly and Bobbi Jo—and the humans who didn’t give up on them. Let me introduce you to Milly (the tortoiseshell) and Bobbi Jo (the tabby), two rescue cats living...