Executive Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition
Published on June 18, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be speaking with Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in small animal nutrition and the lead instructor for the Executive Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this program and what inspired you to create it? GUEST: Absolutely, I've seen a growing need for advanced education in canine and feline nutrition, particularly among veterinarians, techs, and pet professionals. This program focuses on nutritional management of common diseases, life stage nutrition, and diet formulation. HOST: It's fascinating how nutrition plays such a crucial role in small animal health. Can you share any current industry trends that are relevant to this course? GUEST: Certainly, there's a growing interest in plant-based diets for pets, and we cover this topic in the course. Additionally, understanding the role of gut health in overall animal wellbeing is more important than ever. HOST: Yes, I've heard about that too. Now, every field has its challenges. What do you think are some of the obstacles when it comes to learning or teaching small animal nutrition? GUEST: One challenge is keeping up with the latest research and constantly evolving nutritional guidelines. Another is helping students translate complex nutritional concepts into practical advice for pet owners. HOST: That sounds challenging indeed. Looking towards the future, where do you see small animal nutrition heading in the next 5 to 10 years? GUEST: I believe personalized nutrition, tailored to individual pets based on their genetic makeup, age, and lifestyle, will become increasingly prevalent. Our course touches on these future trends to ensure our students are well-prepared. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for sharing your insights and giving us a glimpse into the Executive Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition. It's clear that this program will provide valuable, practical skills to boost the careers of veterinarians, techs, and pet professionals. GUEST: Thank you for having me. It's been a pleasure discussing this important topic with you.
