Most people know me as The Dog Food Lady®. Not because I set out to become one.

But because somewhere along the way, I became the person friends, family, clients, veterinarians, and dog lovers started calling when they had questions about what to feed their dogs. And honestly? I never stopped asking those same questions myself. Why are so many dogs struggling with digestive issues? Why do some dogs battle allergies, inflammation, skin conditions, and chronic health concerns despite being fed what they’re told is a “good” food? And why is it so difficult for dog parents to find nutrition information they can actually trust?

Before canine nutrition became my career, I spent years working in human services, helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult challenges. That experience taught me something I carry with me every day: People don’t just need information. They need someone willing to listen. Today, I bring that same philosophy to dog parents. I believe nutrition should be understandable. I believe dog parents deserve honest answers.

And I believe food should be evaluated by science—not marketing. My passion for canine nutrition led me to pursue advanced education, research, and professional training focused on the relationship between nutrition, health, behavior, and quality of life in dogs. Through my work, I’ve had the privilege of helping families better understand digestive health, immune function, feeding behavior, whole-food nutrition, and the role nutrition can play in supporting long-term wellness. At the heart of everything I do is a simple mission: To help dog parents move beyond pet food marketing and understand how nutrition truly impacts their dog’s health, happiness, and quality of life.

Whether I’m consulting with a client, reviewing a pet food, teaching a class, speaking at an event, or developing educational resources, my goal remains the same—to empower dog parents with knowledge and provide practical, science-based guidance they can trust.

Christie A. Willett, B.S., M.A., M.S.

Clinical Animal Nutritionist
Integrative Canine Nutrition
Animal Feed Science & Feeding Behavior Specialist
Doctoral Studies in Animal Science

My mission

One of my greatest passions is helping dog parents understand the “why” behind what they feed.

That’s why I created The Dog Food Lady’s Notebook—a place where I share pet food reviews, ingredient breakdowns, research updates, nutrition education, feeding guides, and practical advice designed to help dog parents make more informed decisions.

Think of it as a trusted resource where science meets real life.

Whether you’re trying to understand an ingredient label, compare dog foods, learn about digestive health, or explore fresh feeding options, The Dog Food Lady’s Notebook was created with you—and your dog—in mind.

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