Who is dr w jean dodds?

Dr. W. Jean Dodds, DVM is internationally renowned for her pioneer research on the physiological effects of thyroid hormone imbalance in companion animals, the causes of sudden death in pets and the potential for nutritional therapies to promote longevity in dogs and cats. She is the author or co-author of 10 respected veterinary reference texts, 200 journal articles and abstracts and 150 lay articles. She is also a prolific speaker and lecturer, including at the world's most prestigious veterinary conferences, universities, animal shelters and hospitals.

With honors spanning 5 decades, Dr. Dodds has received the Waltham USA Discovery Award, the ACVIM Small Animal Nutrition Research Award, the Morris Animal Foundation Veterinary Oncology Research Award, the Norden Distinguished Teaching Award, the Purdue University Honorary Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, the ACVIM Practitioner of the Year Award, the Gaines World Canine Visionary Award, the Winn Feline Foundation Outstanding Contributions in Feline Health Award, and the Nestlé Purina PetCare Community Service Award.

Dr. Dodds has served on numerous editorial boards, professional committees and grant review groups, including the Morris Animal Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, and the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation. She has been a consultant to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Association of American Feed Control, and the American Kennel Club.

Among Dr. Dodds’ most notable contributions to veterinary medicine are:

- Identifying and characterizing the clinical signs of hypothyroidism in dogs

- Developing thyroid hormone replacement therapy protocols for dogs and cats

- Identifying the causes of sudden death in dogs

- Developing nutritional therapies for a variety of health conditions, including cancer, kidney disease, and liver disease

- Advocating for the importance of preventive care and early diagnosis of disease in pets

Dr. Dodds is a passionate advocate for animal health and welfare, and she has dedicated her career to helping animals live longer, healthier lives. She is a true visionary in veterinary medicine, and she has made a lasting impact on the lives of countless pets and their families.