About Petal & Paw
Petal & Paw was created from a simple belief: our animals deserve thoughtful, individualised care that considers the whole animal, not just the problem in front of us.
Through a combination of animal naturopathy, nutrition and veterinary nursing knowledge, Petal & Paw provides holistic wellness support tailored to each pet. From the food they eat and the nutrients they receive, to their lifestyle, environment and individual needs, we look at the bigger picture to help support their health, vitality and quality of life.
Our approach is gentle, practical and evidence-informed, and is designed to complement the care provided by your veterinarian. Because when we understand the whole animal, we can better support the animal as a whole.
Meet Your Animal Naturopath & Nutritionist
Hi, I’m Liv, and ever since I can remember, I’ve wanted to work with animals.
My journey began when I was just 13 years old, volunteering at my local SPCA. What started as a few hours helping out eventually grew into three years of volunteering, followed by a two-year paid position. By 17, I had completed my veterinary nursing qualification and began my career in veterinary nursing, eventually specialising predominantly in surgical nursing.
Then came marriage, children and a change in priorities, and my veterinary nursing career was put on hold. During this time, I followed another passion of mine, natural health and completed a degree in Naturopathy and Nutrition. I spent the following three years working in natural health, developing a deep interest in nutrition, herbal medicine and the role these can play in supporting overall wellbeing.
But there was always something missing.
I still had that pull towards animals.
And then it clicked, why not combine the two?
Petal & Paw was born from the desire to bring together my two passions: animals and natural health. Since then, I have continued my education in animal nutrition and natural therapies for animals, including the use of herbs and other holistic approaches.
Today, I combine my background in veterinary nursing with my training in naturopathy, nutrition and animal wellness to provide individualised support for pets and the people who love them.
I believe every animal is unique, and their wellness journey should be too. My goal is to help you understand your pet’s individual needs and give you practical, personalised tools to support their health, vitality and quality of life — always working alongside your veterinary team.
Qualifications
National Certificate in Veterinary Nursing (CPIT, 2005)
National Certificate in Level IV Veterinary Nursing (AIRC, Australia, 2009)
Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Naturopathy and Nutrition) (Level 7) (Aspire2, 2024)
Certificate in Natural Animal Nutrition (CIVT, 2026)
My approach
I believe the best support starts with looking at the whole animal.
Nutrition, lifestyle, environment, history and individual needs can all form part of the bigger picture. My approach is gentle, practical and evidence-informed, with naturopathic and nutritional support designed to complement, never replace, your pet's veterinary care.
Your veterinarian remains an important part of your pet's healthcare team, and I believe the best outcomes come from working together.
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