Healthy Pets - Happy Lives - Pet Health Coach - Nationwide
I’m Melissa, a passionate dog lover and an Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT) with over two decades of experience in boosting the well-being of our furry friends. As a Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach (CHPHC) and Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist (CPCN), I blend my extensive expertise with a deep commitment to enhancing your pet's life. My approach focuses on holistic wellness, encompassing everything from canine nutrition to mental wellness, to help you craft a vibrant, balanced lifestyle for your beloved companion.
My services are tailored to meet the unique needs of your pet, emphasizing not just symptom relief but the root causes of health issues. I provide wellness support, cancer-supportive nutrition, and allergy elimination plans, ensuring that your dog thrives naturally. With a keen focus on balanced nutrition and preventive care, I offer guidance in homemade recipe creation, raw feeding support, and commercial food comparisons, along with supplemental planning involving vitamins and herbs. Whether your goal is weight management or transitioning from kibble to raw, I am here to support you every step of the way.
As a Pet Tech Certified Pet CPR & First Aid Instructor, I am equipped to ensure your pet's safety and health. My services extend to ongoing coaching and educational sessions, including decoding food labels, to empower you with the knowledge needed for your pet's best care. My dedication to nurturing pets extends to offering mobile services, ensuring convenience and flexibility for busy pet parents. Ready to start your pet's wellness journey? Book me through Petworks today!
- Certified
- Insured
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
This is a 45-minute health consultation to discuss wellness goals. This option is perfect for addressing health issues and supporting the transition to a fresher diet.
This package includes an initial 1 hour Zoom call and 2 follow up video chats for 1 month. This is a better package if you feel that you need support for a longer time for a diet transition. Each week, we will discuss an important component of feeding fresh food diets, including rotation, variety, nutrients and more!
How do you serve precious pets?
- Animal Nutritionist
- Puppy Nutrition
- Senior Dog Diet
- Dog Nutritionist
What types of consultations do you offer?
- Wellness support
- Cancer-supportive nutrition
- Allergy elimination plans
- Ongoing coaching
- Educational sessions (e.g., food label decoding)
What is your approach to care?
- Natural / Organic
What type of nutrition support do you offer?
- Homemade recipe guidance
- Raw feeding support
- Commercial food guidance (e.g., brand comparison)
- Supplemental planning (vitamins, herbs, etc.)
- Nutritional coaching
- Weight management
- Transition support (e.g. kibble to raw)
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Certified Holistic Pet Health Coaches (CHPHCs)
- Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist
- Pet Tech Certified Pet CPR & First Aid Instructor
Proud member of...
- International Holistic Pet Health Coaches Association
Education
Dr. Ruth Robert's Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach, Feed Real Institute Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist, Bobbie Lyon's Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach, PetTech Certified Pet CPR and First Aid Instructor
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
• Cancellations made at least 48 hours before the scheduled service will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled service will receive a 50% refund.
Distinction
How do you serve precious pets?
- Animal Nutritionist
- Puppy Nutrition
- Senior Dog Diet
- Dog Nutritionist
What types of consultations do you offer?
- Wellness support
- Cancer-supportive nutrition
- Allergy elimination plans
- Ongoing coaching
- Educational sessions (e.g., food label decoding)
What is your approach to care?
- Natural / Organic
What type of nutrition support do you offer?
- Homemade recipe guidance
- Raw feeding support
- Commercial food guidance (e.g., brand comparison)
- Supplemental planning (vitamins, herbs, etc.)
- Nutritional coaching
- Weight management
- Transition support (e.g. kibble to raw)
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Dogs
Pet Certifications
- Animal Behavior College Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT)
- Certified Holistic Pet Health Coaches (CHPHCs)
- Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist
- Pet Tech Certified Pet CPR & First Aid Instructor
Proud member of...
- International Holistic Pet Health Coaches Association
Education
Dr. Ruth Robert's Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach, Feed Real Institute Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist, Bobbie Lyon's Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach, PetTech Certified Pet CPR and First Aid Instructor
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
• Cancellations made at least 48 hours before the scheduled service will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled service will receive a 50% refund.
🥣 About Melissa Cohan — Certified Animal Nutritionist
Melissa Cohan is a certified animal nutritionist and pet nutrition consultant based in Raleigh, NC — offering virtual consultations to pet parents across North Carolina and throughout the US. With specialized training in clinical pet nutrition, Melissa works with pet parents to build personalized, science-backed diet plans tailored to their companion's unique health needs, age, lifestyle, and medical history. Whether your pet is managing a chronic condition, struggling with food sensitivities, or you simply want to optimize their diet for long-term wellness, Melissa brings the expertise and attention to detail that makes a real difference.
What You Can Expect From a Consultation With Melissa
Every consultation with Melissa begins with a thorough review of your pet's health history, current diet, activity level, and any existing conditions or concerns. From there, Melissa develops a personalized nutrition plan designed specifically for your companion — not a generic feeding guide, but a detailed, evidence-based strategy built around your pet's individual needs. Consultations are conducted virtually, making expert pet nutrition guidance accessible from anywhere in North Carolina or beyond. Most pet parents find that a single consultation with Melissa provides the clarity and direction they've been looking for.
⭐ Why Pet Parents Choose Melissa on PetWorks
Melissa is a verified, reviewed animal nutritionist on PetWorks — a platform trusted by pet parents across the US and guided by the expertise of Dr. Marty Goldstein, DVM and Blue Buffalo founder Bill Bishop Jr. Every nutritionist on PetWorks is individually vetted by our team before appearing on the platform, and Melissa's profile includes verified client reviews from real pet parents who have experienced meaningful improvements in their companion's health firsthand. Browse the reviews above to hear directly from pet parents whose animals have benefited from Melissa's clinical expertise and genuine care.
🦔 How Booking Melissa on PetWorks Works
Booking Melissa is simple and secure. Select your preferred consultation type, choose Book Now for instant access or Request Quote to connect before committing, and complete your booking through PetWorks' secure checkout. Because all consultations are conducted virtually, you can book from anywhere in North Carolina without leaving home. Payment is handled securely through PetWorks — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Affirm, Link, or Klarna. Care Coverage at checkout gives you access to PetWorks' live Concierge team, full refunds if a booking is canceled through no fault of yours, and help resolving any booking issues that may arise.
❤️ Your pet's health starts with what's in their bowl. Book a virtual consultation with Melissa Cohan today.
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