If your adult dog is healthy, please book onto the Diet Improvement Plan. If you are looking to move your dog to a raw diet, please book onto the Raw Transition Plan. If you have a healthy puppy (under 1 year old), please book onto the Puppy Plan. If you have a healthy senior dog (aged 7 or above), please book onto the Senior Plan. If you have a dog (of any age) with health issues, including but not limited to itchiness, gut problems, recurrent ear issues, please book onto the General Health & Wellness Plan. If you're unsure which type of consultation you require, please send us an email or fill out the contact form on the website and we'll get back to you to discuss which would suit your dog best.

I have over 20 years’ experience working in the animal care industry, 10 of which have been in canine nutrition directly. I hold an Honours Degree in Bioveterinary Science, in which my Honours Project concentrated on the management of obesity in pet dogs. I have obtained an OFQUAL-regulated Level 3 Diploma in Canine Nutrition, in which I focussed on the effect of diet on the canine gut microbiome. I have completed a mentorship award with the Association of Pet Nutrition Consultants (APNC) and am a registered associate consultant nutritionist with them. I have also previously founded a successful upmarket pet store and ethical dog grooming salon, where I helped numerous dogs and their owners with their dietary choices, as well as behavioural and nutritional issues. I have recently completed a course in Canine Allergies and Intolerances. I attend conferences and take courses year-round to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field and I will continue furthering my knowledge of this fascinating and fast-moving area throughout my career.

This will depend on which consultation package you choose. Please see the description on the services page. If you have any further queries, don't hesitate to email rachel@peakdognutrition.co.uk or fill out the contact form at the bottom of the webpage.

Contact me via email (rachel@peakdognutrition.co.uk) or via the contact form at the bottom of the website. I will send out a detailed questionnaire for you to fill in about your dog. Once you have submitted this, I will respond with which plan I think will meet your dog's needs and take payment. Once you're happy, I will write up a detailed proposal and arrange a meeting over zoom to discuss everything with you. Please note, if your dog has health issues, including but not limited to, itchiness, gut problems or recurring ear issues, I will suggest that you book onto the General Health & Wellness Plan as these will require a more in-depth approach.

No, I am not against any particular type of feeding. I look at each dog as an individual case and assess their needs based on what their symptoms are telling me is going on. I also take into account the needs and preferences of the owner. My approach is holistic and based on up-to-date science, so I always consider the dog and their lifestyle as a whole in order to find and alleviate the root cause and not just mask the symptoms (The short-term fix or 'masking symptoms' approach almost always results in the problem returning, usually to a worse degree than the previous episode). This is why the initial questionnaire I ask clients to complete is so in-depth. I will then make recommendations which I feel will be most beneficial to your dog's overall health status. Sometimes this will involve a change in the type of diet, often as well as certain lifestyle changes. Other times I will just recommend an improvement of the current diet. A 'one size fits all' approach is never appropriate when it comes to canine nutrition.

No, these consultations should never replace going to a vet for help and if I feel I cannot help you until you have sought veterinary assistance, I will recommend that you do so first. I am not a vet and am not here to diagnose disease. Veterinary investigations are crucial to finding out if your dog is suffering from any disease, for managing the symptoms and for ongoing monitoring and treatment of the disease progress. These consultations are here to compliment any veterinary treatment, provide a more long-term aid in managing certain health issues and also to help keep your already healthy dog healthy.

No, all my prices are visible on the website under the ‘Consultations & Packages’ heading. As part of the consultation, you will receive a 'Shopping List' from me, with the best value places to buy any supplements or foods I may recommend. From time to time, I will also be able to offer discounts on these for my clients.

Consultation Cancellation If cancellation is necessary, we require that you contact us at least 48 hours in advance. Consultations are in high demand, and your advanced notice will allow another client access to that consultation time. How to Cancel Your Consultation If you need to cancel your consultation, please message us through the contact form at the foot of this website or email us: rachel@peakdognutrition.co.uk as soon as you know you need to cancel. Late Cancellations/No-Shows A cancellation is considered late when the consultation is cancelled less than 24 hours before the appointed time. A no-show is when a patient misses an consultation without cancelling. In either case, we will not refund the consultation fee.

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