Dr Tom Lonsdale
Veterinary Science
Dr Tom Lonsdale BVetMed MRCVS is a senior veterinary surgeon, author and internationally recognised authority on pet nutrition and animal health. With over 50 years in clinical practice, he is best known for his pioneering advocacy of raw, natural diets for companion animals – a stance that has positioned him as a prominent critic of the commercial pet food industry.
Nicknamed ‘The Whistleblower Vet’, Dr Lonsdale has led a global debate on veterinary ethics, corporate influence and the long-term health impact of processed pet foods. He contributes to The European on issues at the intersection of animal welfare, public trust and industry accountability in veterinary science.
Pampered Pooches or Modified Wolves? Dr. Tom Lonsdale on the Dangers of Dog Ownership
Despite their cuddly image, dogs remain modified wolves whose neglected needs can lead to unpredictable, dangerous aggression.
Could kibble be responsible for the deaths of one-in-25 pets?
Dr. Lonsdale warns that processed kibble harms pets’ health, contributing to premature deaths and preventable diseases worldwide.
Could ultra-processed food be making your pet sick?
Ultra-processed pet foods harm health; raw meaty bones support natural instincts, dental care, and overall well-being.
Modernising Veterinary Care: Will an Independent RCVS Board Solve Industry Struggles?
RCVS’s shift to independent regulation offers hope to resolve vet shortages, high costs, and mental health crises.
Raw Deal: Why Cold, Hard Data Could Save Your Dog
Dr. Lonsdale urges new scientific data to confirm raw diets’ benefits and expose harms of processed pet food.
Bursting the Veterinary Bubble
Dr. Lonsdale exposes unethical ties between vets and pet food industry, urging transparency to protect pets and owners alike.
Biting Back
Dr. Lonsdale reveals his decades-long fight against harmful processed pet food, championing raw meaty bones for healthier pets.
Is a multi-billion-dollar fraud harming our pets?
Dr. Lonsdale exposes processed pet food as a global health crisis, urging a return to raw meaty bones for pets.
