Dr Dorien F Nel

Dorien qualified as a veterinary surgeon in the Netherlands in 2003. After this she worked in Southern Africa for a year before relocating to the UK. In the UK she worked in small animal practice as a general practitioner, with a specific interest in the psychology of the human-pet bond. Dorien also specialises in any form of medical or surgical emergencies, and is currently further studying towards a degree in Emergency Medicine and Surgery.

Dorien is on a mission to make sure that her clients understand what is going on with their pet, explaining complicated conditions or treatments, so they can better understand and manage treatment at home.

Dorien’s journey to holistic veterinary thinking, started a few years after graduating when she realised that all of her nutritional training in Vet School had been funded by the pet food industry. She questioned how it was possible that as a profession, vets suggest processed food for each and every ailment. Dorien feels it is in everyone’s best interest (pet, owner AND vet!) to empower the owner with knowledge and understanding to know what is right for their pets, whether it be medically or nutritionally, and she’s happy to help educate!

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Meet the team

Tami McFadden

Tami, with over 30 years in animal care, specializes in feline and canine nutrition at her wellness center, helping owners with picky eaters and promoting natural feeding solutions....

Karla Pearson

Karla helps dogs transition to fresh diets, inspired by her experiences with her French Bulldog, Betty. She educates owners on natural nutrition for healthier pets....

Bethany Calhoum

A passionate nutrition advocate, Bethany writes for My Pet Nutritionist and conducts research in zoology and canine nutrition, while running a dog walking service and volunteering in pet health....

Dr Dorien F Nel

A qualified veterinary surgeon with a passion for the human-pet bond, Dorien empowers pet owners with knowledge, focusing on holistic care and emergency medicine for better health outcomes....

Katie McCaul

With a background as a veterinary nurse and a BSc in Animal Behaviour, Katie combines her expertise in animal health and nutrition to empower pet owners with tailored feeding advice....

Alison Daniel

Co-Founder Alison has over 15 years of expertise in canine and feline nutrition, blending human health insights with advanced pet nutrition to support pets' well-being worldwide....