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Animal Health & Pet Food Executive Search

We specialize in the animal health and pet food industries, offering deep expertise across pet food and treats, animal health pharmaceuticals, veterinary products, pet food ingredients, animal nutrition, and wellness solutions for companion animals, livestock, and aquaculture. With comprehensive knowledge spanning pet food formulation, manufacturing processes, veterinary medicine, regulatory pathways, and emerging consumer trends, we deliver customized recruitment solutions designed to fuel innovation and drive growth in these interconnected sectors. Our team excels in placing top talent across all organizational levels, from food scientists, nutritionists, and veterinarians to brand managers, commercial leaders, and C-suite executives. Backed by a constantly expanding proprietary network of industry professionals, we are uniquely positioned to connect you with the talent needed to meet the demands of today’s discerning pet owners, advance animal wellness, and achieve your strategic objectives.

Specialized Knowledge Across Pet Food & Animal Health

Our recruiters possess in-depth understanding of both the pet food and animal health landscapes. In pet food, we comprehend nutrition science, palatability research, extrusion technology, ingredient sourcing, and the growing demand for natural, organic, and human-grade products. We understand AAFCO guidelines, FDA regulations, and emerging trends like personalized nutrition, sustainability, and novel protein sources. In animal health, our expertise spans pharmaceuticals, biologics, diagnostics, veterinary devices, and nutritional supplements across companion animals, livestock, and aquaculture markets. We recognize the complexities of veterinary drug development, clinical trials, regulatory submissions, and the unique challenges of serving diverse animal populations. This dual expertise enables us to identify candidates who understand the science, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics driving both industries, professionals who can navigate product innovation, manufacturing excellence, and commercialization strategies that advance animal wellness and pet nutrition.

Comprehensive Talent Solutions Across All Functions

We recruit for critical roles spanning the entire animal health and pet food ecosystem. Our placements include R&D professionals such as pet nutritionists, food scientists, veterinary researchers, formulation chemists, and sensory experts who drive product innovation and scientific validation. We fill commercial positions including brand managers, sales directors, marketing specialists, veterinary sales representatives, and key account managers who understand retail, e-commerce, veterinary, and distribution channels. Additionally, we source operations talent in manufacturing, quality assurance, supply chain management, regulatory affairs, and technical service roles that ensure compliance, product safety, and operational excellence. From innovative startups and emerging brands to established multinational manufacturers and global animal health corporations, we provide strategic talent solutions that strengthen every level of your organization and support growth across companion animal, livestock, and specialty markets.

Your Strategic Partner in Building High-Performing Teams

We understand that success in animal health and pet food requires professionals who combine technical expertise with genuine passion for improving animal lives and meeting evolving consumer expectations. Our tailored recruitment approach ensures we identify candidates who not only possess the right credentials and experience but also align with your mission, values, and commitment to quality, innovation, and animal welfare. Through our extensive industry network and proven executive search methodology, we access both active candidates and passive high-performers, including veterinarians, scientists, and business leaders, who can make immediate and transformative contributions. When you partner with us, you gain a dedicated recruitment ally committed to helping you build teams that drive brand loyalty, product excellence, market leadership, and sustainable growth in the dynamic animal health and pet food industries.

Meet the Team

Courtney E. Feagley. Search Consultant.

Courtney E. Feagley

Search Consultant

Nathan L. Higely. Search Consultant.

Nathan L. Higley

Search Consultant

Kaitlyn W. Vinson, CSAM. Managing Director.

Kaitlyn W. Vinson, CSAM

Managing Director