Having had 10 years’ experience in the field, I’m proud to say I am the resident Nutritionist here at Chewed Slippers.
I’ve always had a passion for animal welfare. Both my parents worked for the RSPCA before taking up farming in South Wales. Growing up surrounded by animals I always saw myself becoming a vet or following my parents into the RSPCA.
I studied Zoology at the University of Wales and became fascinated by the link between an animal’s diet, its health and its behaviour. In my thesis I was able to look in some depth into this relationship and by the time I graduated it was clear that diet and animal welfare are absolutely inseparable.
As a graduate I went about increasing my understanding of animal nutrition and began training as a pet nutritionist. I spent several years working with various pet food companies up and down the country and quickly noticed not only how beneficial a suitable diet can be for our pets, but also how much damage an inappropriate food can cause. I have seen literally hundreds of cases where sick or unruly dogs improved dramatically following a simple change to natural or home-made food.
I am now working with The Natural Dog Food Company in Lincolnshire. The company was formed six years ago when a group of holistic nutritionists and vets joined forces to create the country’s first 100% natural complete dog food. They certainly share my passion when it comes to animal welfare and nutrition, and together we’re striving to raise awareness of the importance of diet in our pets’ health. Chewed Slippers certainly recognises this importance, and that’s why they are the only online retailer we’re working with.
I hope you enjoy future posts from me here on the blog. Do drop me a line with any questions.
Thanks
David
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