Veterinarian | Author | Advocate for Pets and People
Dr. Ernie Ward has spent his career helping pets live longer, healthier lives - blending healthy lifestyles and medicine.
He is internationally known for elevating standards across veterinary medicine, merging clinical excellence, team communication, staff training, and business leadership.
A pioneering voice in the field of pet obesity, Dr. Ward has helped reshape how veterinarians prevent, diagnose, and manage clinical obesity. His work also extends to senior pet care, client education, and building healthier, more sustainable veterinary practices for the future.
Dr. Ward’s work is guided by a simple principle: helping animals and people enjoy healthier lives. His efforts span the development of technologies that support wellness in both veterinary and human medicine, with a focus on preventive care, lifestyle-based approaches, and practical solutions for everyday challenges.
The Veterinary Viewfinder Podcast
Join Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, for their weekly podcast, The Veterinary Viewfinder, “tackling the toughest topics in veterinary medicine” since 2016.
About Dr. Ernie Ward
Often referred to as “America’s Pet Advocate,” Dr. Ernie Ward has devoted his career to improving the lives of animals through clinical practice, education, writing, and innovation. Whether addressing pet obesity, guiding veterinary teams through best practices, supporting pet owners with trusted advice, or reimagining care for aging animals, his work is united by a single goal: to elevate the standard of care for animals everywhere by bridging science, compassion, and innovation.
The Clean Pet Food Revolution: How Better Pet Food Will Change the World
Coauthors, Dr. Ernie Ward and Alice Oven explore the future of sustainable pet nutrition and challenges the environmental impact of traditional pet food.
"A thoughtful, well-written look at the future of pet food—balancing science, ethics, and innovation in a way that’s clear and compelling."
