Learn how to
feed real food.
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Nutrition Courses
Learn why and how to feed your dog real food
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Hands-on interactive DIY fresh dog food classReliable information on canine nutrition is often scarce, leaving veterinarians, dog trainers, nutritionists, and passionate dog owners uncertain about implementing real-food diets safely and effectively.
At Feed Real Institute, we empower you with RACE-approved, evidence-based education to confidently nourish dogs with real, nutritious food. Join our accredited courses and become a leader in advancing canine health through innovative practices.
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START HERE: 3 STEPS TO
INTRODUCE REAL FOOD TO YOUR DOG
Real food can prevent 6 of the 10 most common dog ailments
Step 1:
(Foundation for Health)
Become a poop inspector
Your dog’s poop reveals critical health insights. Regular inspections help you spot early signs of imbalance or disease, allowing you to make precise, real-time dietary adjustments for optimal health.
Dog poop inspection chart
Step 2:
(Flexible Introduction)
Share food with your dog
Start with nutrient-dense, fresh foods like eggs, yogurt, and red meat. These real foods strengthen your dog’s gut, bolster immunity, and deliver critical nutrients for sustained energy and vitality.
Food replacements for common supplements
Step 3:
(Prevent Ailments)
Feed variety
Incorporate a wide range of fresh meats and nutrient-rich foods to build robust, balanced nutrition over time. This diversity strengthens your dog’s immune system, ensures long-term vitality, and prevents common diet-related health issues.
Real foods to prevent common ailments
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#Feedreal movement has everything you need to get started feeding real food.
Start Here
Real food can prevent 6 of the 10 most common dog ailments
Feeding Calculator
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Research Articles
Access our knowledge base of over 202 articlesDog Food Glossary
World’s first dog food glossary. Browse through 504 wordsRaw Dog Food Directory
If you’re new to the raw feeding world, it may be a bit frustrating trying to figure out where to look for the ingredients for your dog’s new diet.Latest Articles
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World's first dog food glossary!
Globally Recognized, RACE-Approved Education
Earn trusted, globally recognized credentials that set you apart as a leader in canine nutrition.
RACE & CCPDT-Approved Certifications:
Gain credibility with certifications respected across veterinary clinics, training centers, and consulting practices.
Comprehensive Learning Platform:
Access user-friendly, on-demand courses tailored for busy professionals.
Personalized Application:
Equip professionals to assess and address each dog's unique nutritional needs, fostering tailored care and client trust.
Flexible Frameworks:
Learn to integrate evidence-based guidelines with individual canine requirements, ensuring real-world relevance.
Flexible Learning:
Balance education with your schedule—study anytime, anywhere.
Continuous Professional Growth:
Stay ahead with advanced workshops, conferences, and updated research on fresh-feeding traditions and modern science.
Vibrant Professional Network:
Connect with experts, peers, and mentors in a thriving community focused on raising canine health standards.
Comparative Edge:
FRI’s evidence-based curriculum integrates cutting-edge research, practical application, and holistic nutrition strategies, ensuring a superior educational experience compared to conventional programs.
Recognition Programs:
Achieve milestones with certifications, directory listings, and accolades such as CPCN recognition to elevate your professional credibility.
Evidence-Based, Practical Applications
Turn canine nutrition research into actionable strategies that improve canine health and empower professionals to deliver measurable, life-changing results.
Actionable Solutions:
Use curated research, calculators, and frameworks to create tailored, measurable meal plans.
Immediate Impact:
Address common health issues like skin irritation, weight management, and GI upset with strategic fresh-feeding approaches.
Tailored Nutrition Strategies:
Turn research into bespoke solutions, feeding the dog in front of you with precision and care.
Adaptive Tools:
Leverage practical resources, like individualized meal plans and health assessments, that adapt to each dog's specific circumstances.
Client-Centric Empowerment:
Teach clients to evaluate their dog's unique signals—such as poop analysis and behavior changes—ensuring personalized care.
Client Empowerment Tools:
Provide handouts and practical resources like dog poop inspection charts, food replacements for common supplements, real foods to prevent common ailments, and interactive dog longevity protocols—ensuring client understanding and adherence.
Interdisciplinary Insights:
Incorporate veterinary medicine, microbiome science, and natural supplementation for a holistic nutritional approach.
Long-Term Benefits:
Equip practitioners to adapt to emerging trends and future advancements in canine nutrition, ensuring they remain ahead of the curve in addressing evolving client needs.
Hands-On Training:
Gain confidence through immersive workshops and expert-led sessions designed for real-world readiness.
Client Communication Mastery:
Improve client adherence and satisfaction with clear, actionable guidance.
On-Demand Tools & Community Support
Access canine nutrition tools, flexible learning resources, and an expert-driven community to confidently solve real-world canine nutrition challenges and elevate professional success.
Practical Implementation Guides:
Seamlessly integrate fresh-feeding strategies into your practice or business.
Proactive Client Retention:
Become a trusted authority to whom clients return again and again for guidance, products, and consults, improving satisfaction, loyalty, and long-term success.
Team Training:
Equip your clinic, training center, or practice with nutrition knowledge to enhance client outcomes and reduce stress on staff.
Burnout Solutions:
Emphasize preventive care and client education to address veterinary team burnout and shortages.
Collaborative Community:
Engage in annual conferences, live sessions, and in-person networking opportunities with industry leaders. Share insights, collaborate on challenging cases, and stay at the forefront of canine nutrition advancements through meaningful professional connections.
Dynamic Learning Tools:
Enhance credibility and loyalty with certifications, a CPCN directory, and peer recognition programs that incentivize ongoing participation and achievement.
Recognition Programs:
Engage in annual conferences, live sessions, and in-person networking opportunities with industry leaders. Share insights, collaborate on challenging cases, and stay at the forefront of canine nutrition advancements through meaningful professional connections.
Individualized Case-Solving:
Access dynamic tools, such as calculators and custom guides, designed to adapt to each dog's unique nutritional needs.
Collaborative Solutions:
Engage in expert-driven discussions and live Q&A to explore case-specific strategies for real-world challenges.
