Our Story

"We didn’t set out to start a brand. We just wanted to help our Ollie."
It all began with Ollie — our dinky, loyal companion with a soul full of love and skin that reacted to almost everything. When conventional care offered little relief, I turned inward. As a lifelong student of Alchemy, Natural Sciences, and Ethnobotany, I took the matter into my own hands and to my Alchemical lab. What began as a personal journey to help Ollie quickly evolved into something much greater. I redirected my focus to canine dermatology, studying arduously to understand the skin’s needs through both scientific and elemental lenses. From that dedication emerged a vision: to craft an expanding range of first-aid-inspired veterinary devices and botanical maintenance products for dogs who struggle with sensitivities — and for those whose guardians seek something thoroughly natural, functional, and safe. Today, The Animal Alchemist exists to serve not just dogs like Ollie, but Guardians who believe mans best friend deserves nothing but the best — with formulations rooted in ancient tradition, backed by research, and crafted with purpose — setting a new standard in natural pet care.

WHAT WE DO

"Mother Nature is our greatest teacher."
At The Animal Alchemist, we craft botanical skin barrier solutions and grooming rituals designed to support dogs with sensitive, reactive, or exposed skin. Our growing range of first-aid-inspired veterinary devices and maintenance products is rooted in Alchemy, guided by natural science, and formulated for everyday guardians who seek more than conventional care. Whether your dog is prone to licking, scratching, or flare-ups from environmental triggers, our products offer a practical, Alchemically powered alternative. We’re not here to mask symptoms. We’re here to support the body’s natural intelligence — respectfully, effectively, and elementally.

OUR CRAFT

"This is Alchemy, and this is the office of Vulcan; he is the apothecary and chemist of the art."
Each product is forged through the lens of Alchemy — the ancient discipline that seeks to separate, purify, and reunify Nature’s elements to reveal their highest expression. By combining spagyric methods with modern formulation science, we work with whole-plant extracts to unlock the Quintessential Soul of each botanical. This process honours the intelligence of Nature while ensuring our creations meet the practical needs of everyday veterinary skin care. We use only high-integrity, ethically sourced ingredients — often wild-harvested and naturally rich in bioactive compounds — prepared in small batches to preserve their vitality and living essence. The result is a ritual-grade calibre of pet care: botanical formulations that cleanse, protect, and support sensitive skin — without harsh chemicals or synthetic interference.

A WORD FROM THE ALCHEMIST

"I am forever a student of Nature—at best, a clear conduit for her phenomena."
My name is Brad — Co-founder, Alchemist, and Formulator behind The Animal Alchemist.
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This path wasn’t something I planned — it unfolded through a series of awakenings, inner trials, and a deep communion with Nature. In my late teens, I entered what many mystics call the dark night of the soul. Life unraveled. Depression set in. And in that crucible of suffering, I began to dream.
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These weren’t ordinary dreams. They were vivid and filled with ancient symbols, sacred geometry, and arcane imagery. I became consumed with understanding them — tracing their origins to Alchemical manuscripts, Kabbalistic visions, and esoteric traditions from around the world.
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What followed was a passionate immersion into Alchemy, both spiritual and practical. I studied relentlessly, eventually apprenticing under a seasoned Alchemist who opened the gates to Alchemical Theurgy, spagyric practice, and initiation via Nature. My senses came alive. I learned to listen to the intelligences within plants — to co-create with Nature rather than manipulate it. I became a Philosopher of Nature.
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This way of being eventually extended to my care for animals — beginning with meeting my life partner Megan (Co-founder) and her adorable dog Ollie, whose reactive skin inspired the first true formula in our collection. The more I studied canine dermatology, the more I realised how much of modern pet care was chemically aggressive, spiritually empty, or environmentally negligent.

We founded The Animal Alchemist to offer something different. Something intelligent. Something born from reverence.
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We do not aim to dominate Nature — we aim to work alongside it. I believe the answers to most of our problems, both human and animal, lie dormant in the natural world. My goal is to unlock them — and share them.
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If this resonates with you, welcome. Please understand: this isn’t just a product — it’s a philosophy. It’s a way to bring the care, intelligence, and elemental power of Nature into our dogs’ daily lives in a respectful, responsible way.
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This is the heart that beats within The Animal Alchemist.
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Brad Jewitt — Co-founder, Alchemist & Formulator
✵ A proven process - Bottling The Sun

We find solutions to recurring canine problems through a rigorous, systematic & intuitive process we call 'Goldlighting'.

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PRE-GOLDLIGHT
The least linear and most intuitive phase of the creation process. Problematic conditions sourced from nature are cultivated and filtered for their impact and feasibility. Our diligence includes arduous analyses, clinical research, prototyping, and garnering knowledge from our 'Inner Genius', our network of 'Alchemical Titans', as well as current industry leaders. Through the Art of Spagyric Medicine we evolve our elements into new dimension, exalting, sublimating and rarifying channels of healing.

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GOLDLIGHT
Goldlighting a product is the culmination of our process. At this milestone, we have grounded (fixed) all elements that validate both our short-term (wedge) and longer-term) theses for a 'Natural Physic' and 'Preventative Elixir'. We have honed in on the exact formula for the most efficacious, non-allopathic solution to a specific dis-ease or multitude of, and begin work in delivering these keys to unlocking optimal health & longevity to those who are in need.

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POST-GOLDLIGHT
In this phase we focus on building relationships with our customers through the imparting knowledge and wisdom via various channels, ensuring the delivery of our products is optimal. Here, we also offer free adjunctive behavioural and lifestyle recommendations. We hope to develop a meaningful, long-term relationship with our customers and patients. As one of very few businesses in Alchemical animal care, the entire Animal Alchemist team is deeply vested in the success of our furry patients, whole heartedly supporting our companies inception.
✵ A proven process - Bottling The Sun

We find solutions to recurring canine problems through a rigorous, systematic & intuitive process we call 'Goldlighting'.

[1]

[2]

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PRE-GOLDLIGHT
GOLDLIGHT
POST-GOLDLIGHT
The least linear and most intuitive phase of the creation process. Problematic conditions sourced from nature are cultivated and filtered for their impact and feasibility. Our diligence includes arduous analyses, clinical research, prototyping, and garnering knowledge from our 'Inner Genius', our network of 'Alchemical Titans', as well as current industry leaders. Through the Art of Spagyric Medicine we evolve our elements into new dimension, exalting, sublimating and rarifying channels of healing.
Goldlighting a product is the culmination of our process. At this milestone, we have grounded (fixed) all elements that validate both our short-term (wedge) and longer-term (soothsaying) theses for a 'Natural Physic' and 'Preventative Elixir'. We have honed in on the exact formula for the most efficacious, non-allopathic solution to a specific dis-ease or multitude of, and begin work in delivering these keys to unlocking optimal health & longevity to those who are in need.
In this phase we focus on building relationships with our customers through the imparting knowledge and wisdom via various channels, ensuring the delivery of our products is optimal. Here, we also offer free adjunctive behavioural and lifestyle recommendations. We hope to develop a meaningful, long-term relationship with our customers and patients. As one of very few businesses in Alchemical animal care, the entire Animal Alchemist team is deeply vested in the success of our furry patients, whole heartedly supporting our companies inception.
✵ Modalities - Elemental Problem Solving

The modality of our work is dependent on the Nature of the problem we seek to solve.

Everyday Irritation

Mild irritations come from various environmental elements our four legged friends are exposed to on a daily or even weekly basis. Products designed to remedy this problem will generally be 'Hypoallergenic' in nature as apposed to being 'Active.' These products come in the form of benign or macrobiotic foods, regular use bath-time wash products and skin conditioners. Balance is key when formulating these products.

Infectious Dis-ease

Infections both internal and external are acute in their nature and therefore need addressing with 'Active' products that will generally not be suitable for regular use. These products come in the form of anti-microbial/anti-mycotic/anti-parasitic food additives, probiotic food additives, various strains of health promoting bacteria, potent 'Curative' shampoos and 'Active' skin conditioners.

Inflammatory Dis-ease

An overactive or chronic inflammatory response to allergens, environmental toxins and poisons from insect attacks can lead to or exacerbate other dis-eases, causing a viscous cycle that needs to be interrupted. Topical or Edible Products containing Natural NSAID's, Natural SAID's, Chelating Agents and Analgesics have their place in both time sensitive and chronic situations.

Mental Dis-ease

Mental stress is often overlooked in the realm of veterinary care, which focuses on treating physiological symptoms with drugs. Although herbal nervine tonics certainly have their place in our work, we feel it is fundamentally wrong to sedate as a long-term solution. Our Spagyric preparations in conjunction with behavioural knowledge will quickly reset neurotic circuits, subsequently fortifying remaining defences.
✵ Modalities - Elemental Problem Solving

The modality of our work is dependent on the
Nature of the problem we seek to solve.

Everyday Irritation

Infectious Dis-ease

Inflammatory Dis-ease

Mental Dis-ease

Mild irritations come from various environmental elements our four legged friends are exposed to on a daily or even weekly basis. Products designed to remedy this problem will generally be 'Hypoallergenic' in nature as apposed to being 'Active.' These products come in the form of benign or macrobiotic foods, regular use bath-time wash products and skin conditioners. Balance is key when crafting these products.
Infections both internal and external are acute in their nature and therefore need addressing with 'Active' products that will generally not be suitable for regular use. These products come in the form of natural anti-microbial/anti-mycotic/anti-parasitic food additives, probiotic food additives, various strains of health promoting bacteria, potent 'Curative' shampoos and 'Active' skin conditioners.
An overactive or chronic inflammatory response to allergens, environmental toxins and poisons from insect attacks can lead to or exacerbate other dis-eases, causing a viscous cycle that needs to be interrupted. Topical or Edible Products containing Natural NSAID's, Natural Immuno-modulatory Agents, Chelating Agents and Natural Analgesics have their place in both time sensitive and chronic situations.
Mental stress is often overlooked in the realm of veterinary care, which focuses on treating physiological symptoms with drugs. Although herbal nervine tonics certainly have their place in our work, we feel it is fundamentally wrong to sedate as a long-term solution. Our Spagyric preparations in conjunction with behavioural knowledge will quickly reset neurotic circuits, subsequently fortifying remaining defences.
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