The K9 Nutritionist

11/10/2025

Today is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day

It’s time to talk about something that’s hurting our dogs more than we realise - Over half of dogs in the UK are overweight or obese.

Carrying extra weight isn’t “harmless” , it causes arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, and can cut YEARS off a dog’s life.

At our rescue, we see too many dogs who should be chasing balls in the park but instead struggle just to get off the sofa.

Do you actually know how many calories are in the treats you give your dog?

Every kilo lost is a chance at more tail wags, more adventures, and more years together.

So today, let’s promise our pets:
No more “just one more treat.”
No more looking the other way.
No more cutting their lives short when we can help them live longer, happier ones.

Because the best gift you’ll ever give your dog is a healthy life by your side.

02/09/2025

I’m FINALLY able to announce that I successfully passed my OFQUAL level 3 certification in Canine Nutrition 🙌🏼

I actually passed this in August last year but it’s taken that long to get signed off and a certificate sent over to me.

If anyone needs any help please just shout!

17/03/2025

*CLIENT FEEDBACK*

This client purchased our test+advisory package and has sent some really great results.

Order yours at www.thek9nutritionist.com

“I have been meaning to contact you to say how delighted we are with the allergy testing and moving on to a new food for Darcy. We moved on to Pooch and Mutt senior- one of the high protein, low carb foods you recommended- and waited a bit to see if it would help with Darcy’s ear itching / smelly discharge in her ears. We also started her on Zesty Paws 5-in-1 Chews / Multivitamins.

Well, about 3 months later, I can say it has made a massive difference. We hardly have to clean her ears now (we keep an eye on them) and although she still shakes her head a bit and has a scratch now and again, she is like a different dog. We steer clear of the foods which she has a higher intolerance to (eg strawberries- I sometimes used to give her our leftovers) and I am so pleased to not be giving her any medicine to counteract the issue with the ears.
So I just wanted to say a massive thank you- I am so happy, especially because she is now 9 and I want to give her the best life possible as she gets older 🙂”

The K9 Nutritionist will work with you to find a food that is the best for your dog, but that also works within your lifestyle, preferences and budget. I don't believe in recommending something that is not sustainable long-term. I want you to be able to find a food that works and then be able to sti...

01/11/2024

Please be aware that unless you purchase the options WITH a test kit, you won’t receive anything in the post. You’ll receive an email with instructions, and you have 3 months to send your samples off.

No refunds will be given if you do not send your sample within the given time frame.

**PLEASE NOTE: This option includes the postal test kit, please allow 7 days for delivery** Our Pet Intolerance Test provides an analysis of 300 items found in the diet of most dogs in one easy to understand report. Using a small sample of hair/fur, we test against items including Meats and Dairy, E...

29/10/2024

A lovely review from Bruce’s Mum!

21/09/2024

I am now able to send out test kits in the post, there are 2 new options on my online store for this.

Test only: https://www.thek9nutritionist.com/product-page/testing-only-with-postal-test-kit

Test + advisory services: https://www.thek9nutritionist.com/product-page/test-advisory-services-with-postal-test-kit

A kit will be sent out in the post with everything you need to send your sample off to our partner labs.

This service is only available in the UK 🇬🇧

**PLEASE NOTE: This option includes the postal test kit, please allow 7 days for delivery** Our Pet Intolerance Test provides an analysis of 300 items found in the diet of most dogs in one easy to understand report. Using a small sample of hair/fur, we test against items including Meats and Dairy, E...

05/09/2024

As per our RETURN & REFUND POLICY, once tests have been purchased they are non-refundable.

Samples must be sent off to the lab within 3 months of purchase.

I have several tests that have been purchased and samples have not been sent off, please check your purchase date and ensure your test is still valid before sending to the lab.

01/09/2024

This is a good list to screenshot and save on your phone! But if in doubt ask someone qualified 🤎

Credit: Canine Enrichment Ideas

15/08/2024

The iLLUMINOBi is the best way to keep your dog safe, and seen at night. Rechargeable via USB - so no need for batteries ever again.

05/03/2024

Just a reminder - if you have purchased a test from me I do not send you a kit in the post. All instructions are in the email that you’ll receive after purchasing.

Please note that going forwards I will no longer be sending out physical kits for testing. Instead you’ll receive instructions by email of how to take your sample and where to send it, plus a form to print out and fill in.

This will make the process much quicker and simpler!

To order please use the link in my bio

14/12/2023

Have you joined The Waggle Club on Facebook? It’s for dog owners and professionals alike, and you can take advantage of an exclusive 10% discount code for our sensitivity and intolerance tests!