Our Mission:
Positively Impact
1 Million Pets
We're getting there, today's count puts us somewhere in the thousands!
A Message from our founder, Samantha Henson
Hi! I'm Samantha, founder of Next Generation Pet Wellness​, clinical pet nutritionist, and pet nutrition specialist.
I have spent the last 12 years dedicating my life to the health and wellness of animals and I can truly say that I love what I do. I have helped thousands of cats and dogs live their happiest and healthiest lives through proper, biologically appropriate nutrition, supplementation, and exercise. I give pet owners the tools and education they need to help their furry family members.
I started Next Generation Pet Wellness as a way for people to get unbiased information about pet nutrition. It’s so difficult for pet owners to research online, or even in a store, and not feel overwhelmed by all the choices. I don’t sugar coat things, and because I’m not tied to any specific brand of food, I can be completely honest and remain impartial.
You may be wondering if you would ever need a pet nutritionist or know someone who might. I see dogs and cats (and other pets) from every walk of life and every budget.
- Samantha Henson
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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We service pet parents worldwide from California to NYC!
Our home office in downtown GR
Something about what we value, our promise, why were different from vets or other practices
Empowerment
Education
Honesty
Quality
Meet Our Team
Samantha Henson
Founder, ----------, -------------
A pioneer in the personalized pet nutrition space, Samantha Henson is the award winning clinical pet nutritionist and founder behind Next Generation Pet Wellness. She started her career as the CPN for Premier Pet, before moving on to start NGPW in 2017. Driven by a mission to help positively impact over one million pets, Samantha is best known for inspiring pet owners everywhere to better care for their companions.
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When Samantha isn't living and breathing all things pet nutrition, she's at home spending time with her husband and 3 kids.
Education + Certifications
​Grand Valley State University
Bachelors in Biology
Bachelors in Zoology
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DNM University: Pet Food Nutrition Specialist
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Animal Behavior College for Veterinary Technology
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Academy of Natural Health Sciences:
Clinical Pet Nutritionist
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Awards
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Best of Petworks Winner 2020
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Best of Petworks Winner 2021
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Pet Food Innovator of the Year 2018
Abby Ignagni
Abby is a Certified Pet Nutritionist of 8 years. She is currently working to obtain her 9th certification in pet nutrition. She has been in the pet industry for 10 years and loves every minute of it.
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Abby’s specialty is working with the “average joe” of pet parents. She loves to work with beginners who are just getting started in this world of pet nutrition. Her passion is educating and creating the perfect plan for your pets: one that works for your lifestyle and your budget. We all want happy healthy pets!
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Abby has worked with pets with allergies, chronic ear infections, over/under weight, sensitive tummy’s, picky eaters, as well as major health issues.
Education + Certifications
Vet Bloom: Current Student
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AAHA Diabetes Educator Certificate Program
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The Science Dog Master Program:
Basics of Canine Nutrition
Puppies to Seniors: Feeding Dogs through the Life Cycle
Academy of Natural Health Sciences:
Certified Clinical Pet Nutritionist
Certified Dog Nutritionist
Certified Feline Nutritionist
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Dog Food Smarts:
Making, Marketing & Safety of Food for Dogs
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Dogs Naturally Magazine:
Pet Food Nutrition Specialist
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Advanced Canine Nutrition Specialist:
Current Student
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Animal Behavior College:
Certified Dog Trainer
Certified Pet Nutritionist
Meredith Winter
Meredith is a multi-certified nutritionist specializing in diet formulation and analysis. Her experience in pet retail has helped her work with owners to find healthy & balanced solutions for all kinds of pets— from puppies to picky eaters to those suffering from illnesses & allergies.
Meredith approaches each consultation on an individual basis, paying close attention to the pet’s preferences and needs (as well as the owner’s!). She finds that her
pending degree in secondary education is useful in answering questions and guiding pet parents on the journey towards companion animal health.
Meredith is currently taking on clients looking for raw or cooked diet formulations that they can prepare at home, as well as recipe analysis consultations. She believes a healthy, species-appropriate diet is the foundation for companion animal’s health and longevity. Meredith is eager to connect with new clients and their furry friends and become a resource for wellbeing!
Education + Certifications
Wayne State University:
Current Student
B.S in Secondary Education
Minor in Biology
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Certification in:
Canine Nutrition
Canine Diet Formulation
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Companion Animal Services Institute:
Current student
Amanda Jessup
Amanda Jessup is a feline and canine nutritionist certified through the Academy of Natural Health Sciences. She has worked in the pet industry for seven years and has helped hundreds of people and their pets.
She lives in southeast Michigan with her two dogs and four cats. Her hobbies include painting, hiking, camping, and gardening. She hopes to help as many people and their pets as possible.
Education + Certifications
​Academy of Natural Health Sciences
Certified Clinical Pet Nutritionist
Certified Dog Nutritionist
Certified Feline Nutritionist
