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Professor Trevor Sprocket is a distinguished researcher specializing in dog food quality and canine nutrition. His work focuses on analyzing the nutritional content, safety, and ingredient integrity of commercial dog foods, using methods from food science, microbiology, and animal nutrition. Through his research, he aims to identify contaminants, improve ingredient sourcing, and establish standards that ensure dog food products promote optimal health and well-being in pets.
Committed to advancing both science and industry practices, Professor Sprocket collaborates with veterinary professionals, food manufacturers, and regulatory agencies to enhance quality assurance in the pet food market. He has published extensively and is dedicated to educating others about the importance of high-quality nutrition in supporting the long-term health of dogs.
Research interests
Professor Sprocket’s research interests include the impact of different protein sources on canine digestion, the role of additives and preservatives in dog food safety, and the development of novel testing methods to detect contaminants and allergens. He is also passionate about exploring sustainable and ethical ingredient alternatives to reduce the environmental footprint of pet food production. His interdisciplinary approach combines nutrition science, veterinary medicine, and food technology to address emerging challenges in the pet food industry.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Assessing Nutritional Quality and Palatability of Commercial Dog Foods
Award Date: Jan 1 2017
Master, An Investigation into Palatability and Nutritional Value of Commercial Dog Foods: A Canine-Centered Approach
Award Date: Jan 1 2014
External positions
Honorary, University of Tasmania
Jan 1 2025 → Dec 31 2028
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Research output
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Dual Language Profiles in Spanish-Speaking English Learners
Sprocket, T., 2022, In: Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research. Journal of Speech Language and Hearing Research, 7, p. 2608-2628 21 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Bilingual Phonological Awareness: Construct Validation in Grade 1 Spanish-Speaking English Learners: Construct Validation in Grade 1 Spanish-Speaking English Learners
Sprocket, T., 2019, In: New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development. 2019, 166, p. 79-110 32 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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IQ-Achievement Discrepancy for Identification of Disabilities in Spanish-speaking English Learners
Sprocket, T., 2019, In: New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development. 2019, 166, p. 111-143 33 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Moving Forward by Looking Back: Understanding Why Some Spanish-Speaking English Learners Fall Behind: Understanding Why Some Spanish-Speaking English Learners Fall Behind
Sprocket, T., 2019, In: New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development. 2019, 166, p. 43-77 35 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Speaking and Reading in Two Languages: On the Identification of Reading and Language Disabilities in Spanish-Speaking English Learners: On the Identification of Reading and Language Disabilities in Spanish-Speaking English Learners
Sprocket, T., 2019, In: New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development. 2019, 166, p. 15-41 27 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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