Welcome!

I'm Ashley Carpenter, RDN, CDN, IFNCP. I'm a registered dietitian who specializes in integrative and functional medicine. I am certified in both Therapeutic and Companion Pet Nutrition with NAVC as well in Pet Diet Formulation from Raw Fed and Nerdy. 

 

Every day I see nutrition's powerful influence on health- for better or worse. I have extensive knowledge and experience in using food as medicine. Feeding real can promote real health, as opposed to maintaining a disease condition. Kibble is highly processed and contains significant inflammatory components such as the radically damaging Advanced Glycation End Products AKA AGE's. It is a convenience food with synthetic vitamins and does not offer the wide variety of nutrients that exist in nature.

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I consider my dogs my family. I want them to thrive and live their best quality life with the goal of keeping them active and pain free into the end of their days. That's my goal for every dog I work with. The science of nutrition transcends species. While there are key differences, there are more parallels than not. Raw food is species appropriate and if you are scared to start, know that there are High Pressure Pasteurized options that are free from pathogens such as E. Coli and Salmonella. 

 

I have a deep understanding of biochemistry, optimal lab ranges, and identifying signs of nutrient deficiencies/excesses. I utilize a veterinary quality database to ensure your pup's meals are complete and balanced and meet NRC guidelines. Whether you want to feed completely raw or just a portion, homecooked, or fresh/frozen prepared or a mix of freeze dried kibble and toppers, let me help you give your dog the healthiest life, the life they deserve.