Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist (DACVN) and PhD in Animal Science. With 12 years of experience formulating therapeutic diets, she consults for independent pet food brands and runs a private clinic for pets with severe dietary allergies and metabolic disorders.
Sarah Jenkins is a leading authority on small animal nutrition, specializing in the biochemistry of pet food and its impact on long-term health. Holding a PhD in Animal Science and board certification, she possesses the rare ability to dissect marketing jargon and analyze ingredient bioavailability with scientific precision. Sarah focuses on the nuance of therapeutic diets, helping owners navigate the complex world of hydrolyzed proteins, elimination trials, and kidney-sparing formulations. She is critical of the "one size fits all" approach, advocating for custom balanced diets whether commercial or home-cooked. Her writing aims to empower owners to audit their pet's food bowl for ethical standards and nutritional completeness, avoiding common pitfalls like calcium-phosphorus imbalances.