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Several years ago, I took the Pet Food Nutrition course offered by Dogs Naturally Magazine, one of the biggest pet-focused websites. While the courses they offer are very informative, if someone is building a business in pet nutrition, the DNMU certifications may not be enough because DNMU is an online magazine. #NoShade
The following are the top online raw feeding and canine nutrition courses for dog owners.
1 – Dr. Billinghurst DIY Raw Feeding Course
With this DIY raw dog and cat food preparation course, learn how to transition your pets to a raw food diet with complete confidence. This course was designed for pet parents, veterinarians, pet professionals, and educators. It consists of over 30 hours of material, and you will get the opportunity to interact with Dr. Billinghurst every month to ask any questions you may have.
This course covers…
- Class Orientation (1 Lesson)
- Pre-Course (1 Lesson)
- Section 1 … RAW BASICS (13 Lessons)
- Section 2 … Potential Dangers of RAW (5 Lessons)
- Section 3 …Nutrition … an Evolutionary Perspective (11 Lessons)
- Section 4 … Evolutionary Foods for Cats and Dogs (10 Lessons)
- Section 5 … Practical RAW Feeding for dogs (8 Lessons)
- Section 6 … RAW for CATS (1 Lesson)
- Section 7 … RAW Wrap-up (1 Lesson)
Dr. Billinghurst offers a one-hour private consultation for $350, with an additional $250 charge for each subsequent hour. However, you can now access all of Dr. Billinghurst's knowledge on raw food and have the opportunity to ask him LIVE Q&A through this course. And the best part? The cost of this course is less than the price of two private consultations. With lifetime access to this course, you can access all of the special PDFs and course updates at no extra cost.
2 – Feed Real Dog Food Nutrition Course
A growing number of pet parents are making better choices for their pets. I receive emails daily from new and aspiring raw feeders overwhelmed with the diet. The Real Dog Food Nutrition Course is designed to teach the basics plus pro tips and tricks to feed your dog real food confidentially!
This course covers…
- Basics of dog anatomy and the physiology of the gut microbiome
- Essential vitamins and minerals for healthy dogs
- The components of fresh food (protein, calcium, fats, fiber, liver/other secreting organs)
- What AAFCO & NRC standards are, and what this means when feeding a raw diet
- How to balance fats (omega-3s/6s)
- How to put your bowl together
- Supplements & Alternatives
- How to combat concerns about bacteria, aggression, and imbalances
- Tips and tricks to confidently transition to fresh food
- Fee: $149
- Learn More and Enroll Today!
3 – Feed Real Professional Canine Nutrition Certification
This course helps you learn how to navigate dog nutrition and feed your dog a healthy raw diet while guiding others to do the same as a professional canine nutritionist.
The course covers…
- Understand the main components of a raw diet
- Learn how to balance essential fats (Omega-3s and Omega-6s)
- Understand more about meeting AAFCO and NRC standards while feeding a raw diet
- Learn how to put a dog's meal together, including supplements, etc., in a Live virtual workshop
- How to effectively combat bacteria and nutritional imbalances
- Learn how to feed raw to an aging (senior) dog
- Learn how to feed raw on a budget
- Learn how to identify nutrient imbalances and deficiencies
- Learn how vitamins and minerals interact with medications
- Debunking raw feeding myths
Although the Professional Canine Nutrition course is designed for veterinarians, it also benefits dog trainers, groomers, pet sitters, and any dog lover interested in nutrition.
- Fee: $299
- Learn More and Enroll Today!
4 – The Original Crockpet Diet™ Recipes And Course
Are you tired of commercial pet food options that leave you guessing about what's really in your dog's bowl? Dr. Ruth Roberts helps dog owners take control of their pets' nutrition with a comprehensive self-paced course. It will teach you how to formulate balanced and nutritious homemade meals for your dog. Whether or not your dog has special health needs, this course has got you covered. It includes a kidney diet, liver diet, keto diet, low methionine diet, and other versions to provide your dog with the best possible diet.
This course covers…
- 8 Comprehensive Sections
- 34 Engaging Lessons
- Self-paced Learning for Busy Pet Parents
- Expert Guidance and Pro Tips
This is an affordable course that's perfect for a dog owner new to raw feeding and home-cooking for their pets:
- Fee: $97
- Learn More and Enroll Today!
- The Original Crockpet Diet + Holistic Total Body Support Multivitamins – $161
- The Crockpet Diet (E-Book): The Science & Benefits Of Natural Pet Food – $9.99
Dr. Ruth Roberts – Kidney Health Courses
- Kidney Health Starter Kit Course For Dogs and Cats – $27
- Kidney Health Care Course For Dogs and Cats – $127
- The Crockpet Health Bundle: Recipe + Kidney & Gut Health Course – $69.99
Dr. Ruth Roberts – Gut Health Courses
- Gut Health Starter Kit Course For Dogs and Cats – $11.99
- The Comprehensive Gut Instincts Natural Digestion & GI Health For Dogs and Cats – $97
- The Crockpet Health Bundle: Recipe + Kidney & Gut Health Course – $69.99
5 – Confidently Assess Canine Cancer Risk
Integrative Oncologist Dr. Kendra Pope has created an amazing online course that cuts through the overwhelming amount of information online to teach us to:
- Disspell the 3 MOST COMMON MYTHS about cancer in pets and what the most common causes and drivers of cancer in animals are.
- Learn about the Pet Cancer Risk Assessment Scorecard, which creates an individualized assessment of your pet's cancer risk and personalized prevention plan.
- Identify the valid science-backed approaches and create an evidence-informed prevention plan.
For a limited time, Dr. Pope is also offering a FREE webinar for pet parents, as an introduction.
- Fee: $1,795
- Learn More
- Free Webinar
Best Online Workshops for Dog Health and Nutrition
- BARF Method Raw Feeding by Dr. Ian Billingshurst
- Dog Gut Health Summit by Dr. Katie Woodley
- CBD & Medicinal Mushrooms For Pets Workshop by Dr. Rob Silver
- Food Therapy for Dogs by Dr. Judy Morgan
- Senior Dog Care Summit by Dr. Ava Frick
- Holistic Dog Care Summit by Dr. Dee Blanco
- Essential Oils for Pets Workshop by Dr. Janet Roark
