Field Veterinarian

Summary

Join The Farmer's Dog as a Field Veterinarian to revolutionize canine health through nutrition, education, and advocacy. This unique role blends education, advocacy, and strategic partnership, working directly with veterinary teams to expand their use of fresh, personalized nutrition. You will engage deeply with the veterinary community, champion fresh canine nutrition, educate veterinary teams, and bring the "voice of veterinary professionals" to internal teams. The position requires a DVM or equivalent, 5+ years of clinical experience, strong communication skills, and a willingness to travel. The Farmer's Dog offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a dog-friendly work environment.

Requirements

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) and an active veterinary license in good standing
• 5+ years of clinical experience in companion animal general practice
• A passion for nutrition, wellness, and advancing dog health
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills — you love connecting with people and having real conversations
• A valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel (at times can be up to about 60–70% travel, including some weekends and evenings)
• Curiosity, positivity, and a mission-driven mindset — you’re here to make a difference for dogs

Responsibilities

• Engage deeply in the veterinary and canine health community — becoming a trusted thought leader and a credible, compassionate advocate for dogs
• Champion fresh canine nutrition — helping veterinary teams discover how fresh, personalized nutrition can revolutionize dog care—aiding in disease management, wellness, and improving quality of life
• Educate and empower veterinarians and the hospital team through engaging conversations, lectures, roundtables, and direct collaboration — always focused on the real-world needs of dogs and the veterinary teams who serve them. You not only deliver high-quality education but also actively identify learners' needs and interests to shape the educational content we create
• Bring the "voice of the veterinary professionals" to our internal teams — shaping product and marketing strategies, so that everything we create is grounded in what veterinarians, their teams, and the dogs they care for, truly need
• Coach and collaborate with our internal teams, helping them connect meaningfully with veterinary partners and stay aligned with best medicine and nutritional science
• Partner with leadership to develop innovative strategies that drive lasting change in how the veterinary community approaches nutrition
• Invest in your own growth and knowledge — staying current on veterinary and nutrition science, practice management, and the evolving needs of pets and their people

Preferred Qualifications

• An excellent communicator — whether you’re chatting 1:1, speaking at a conference, or collaborating internally
• Passionate about dog nutrition — you believe what dogs eat is foundational to their health and longevity, and you believe that fresh is an ideal way to get there
• A connector and educator — approachable, motivating, and able to build trust and relationships inside and outside the company
• A collaborator — curious, creative, and energized by working with others to solve tough challenges, even when they feel ambiguous and uncertain
• A self-starter and leader — ready to take initiative and drive change, working independently to create something new
• A trusted coach and mentor — you know how to uplift others, share knowledge, and develop meaningful partnerships
• Confident yet humble and flexible — you bring expertise without ego and adapt as needed
• Comfortable with change and ambiguity — knowing that making a meaningful impact means trying new things, navigating uncertainty, and challenging the status quo
• A lifelong learner with a growth mindset — open to new ideas and always seeking to improve
• Committed to best medicine — always learning, growing, and advocating for what’s right for dogs and their people

Benefits

• Dog-friendly offices
• Market-competitive compensation and equity packages
• Comprehensive Healthcare, Dental, and Vision
• Company supported mental health benefits
• 12 week paid parental leave
• Competitive 401k plan with company match
• Flexible PTO
• Discounted fresh food for your pup
• Your pet interrupting video calls (and in-person meetings) is now a feature, not a bug