Collaborations
Dr. Ernie Ward partners with organizations, brands, researchers, and media who share a commitment to better care for pets and the people who look after them. From clinical education and product development to advocacy, research, and storytelling, the goal is always the same: practical work that improves the lives of patients and the teams who treat them.
How partnerships take shape
Every collaboration looks a little different. These are the most common ways Dr. Ward works with partners.
Brand & industry partnerships
Product and nutrition development, clinical advisory roles, education programs, and spokesperson work for companies building better tools for pets and veterinary teams.
Advisory & board service
Strategic guidance and governance for associations, foundations, and mission-driven organizations across companion animal health and welfare.
Speaking & media
Keynotes, panels, expert commentary, and on-camera work for conferences, broadcasters, and publications, on obesity, nutrition, leadership, and the future of veterinary care.
Co-authorship & content
Books, columns, clinical references, and educational content developed with publishers, coauthors, and editorial teams.
Research & data
Prevalence studies, data initiatives, and applied research that turn real clinical information into guidance the profession can use.
Advocacy & education
Public health campaigns, client-education resources, and profession-facing programs through the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention and the World Pet Obesity Association.
Where Dr. Ward serves today
- VetFamily USChief Veterinary Officer and Co-Founder
- World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA)Chair, Strategic Advisory Committee; Member, Financial Advisory Committee
- Association for Pet Obesity PreventionFounder and President
- World Pet Obesity AssociationFounder
- Morris Animal FoundationScientific Advisory Board; Animal Welfare Advisory Board
- Grey Muzzle OrganizationBoard of Directors
- CATalyst CouncilBoard of Directors
- Mission RabiesBoard of Directors
- Southern European Veterinary Conference (SEVC)Scientific Committee; Practice Management Chair
- Wedgewood / Blue RabbitAdvisory Board
Have a collaboration in mind?
Partnership inquiries, speaking requests, and research and editorial proposals are always welcome. The fastest way to reach Dr. Ward is by email.