Growing Old Gracefully: The Truth About Pet Aging
Dr. Chad Dodd tells us some secrets about helping pets age gracefully. Dr. Dodd has dedicated his life to extending life and quality of life for pets. We talk about the science of aging and what we know to manage the issues that develop as pets age.
Dr. Dodd "busts the myth" about how old your dog (cat) really is. It isn't a straight one to seven years comparison and you need to know where your cat really falls in the journey of his/her life. Knowledge gives you power to help your best friend. Listen to what we learn!
BIO:
Dr. Chad Dodd is a seasoned animal health executive, leader and strategist. With over 20 years of experience in the animal health industry, Dr. Dodd founded and currently serves as the President and CEO of Animatas Consulting LLC. He began his industry experience with Deprenyl Animal Health, subsidiary of Draxis Health, as a clinical research manager working as part of the Anipryl® research team (now Zoetis Animal Health.)
Dr. Dodd worked for Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a subsidiary of Colgate-Palmolive for 13 years, developing new therapeutic foods as well as managing global innovation, commercial sales and marketing teams. Most recently, he worked for Ceva Animal Health as the Director of Companion Animal Marketing. Dr. Dodd has published numerous veterinary science publications and holds multiple patents for products intended to improve the health and well being of pets. He currently serves as an advisor to the AVMA, Airnetic Inc and Basepaws LLC
This diverse animal health background gives Dr. Dodd valuable insight in business development, innovation, product development and commercial trade opportunities. Dr. Dodd is a graduate of the University of Kansas and earned his DVM from Kansas State University.