The
Men Behind Vitahawk
Dr. Bill Ferrier,DVM
Dr. Ferrier has been involved with raptors for over 30
years. His formal education has been geared towards avian species and raptors.
He holds a baccalaureate in avian science and a Masters in Avian Physiology
from the University of California, Davis. His veterinary degree was also from
U.C. Davis. He has been active caring for sick and injured raptors from falconers,
fish and game departments, and good samaritans. He lectures to colleagues, veterinary
students, undergraduates (he maintains a clinical faculty position), and grade
schools. With a special interest in raptor nutrition and the influences of nutrition
on health and disease in raptors, being involved with the development of Vitahawk
was a natural move. Aside from raptor nutrition, his other special interest
is the surgical approach to bumblefoot.
Mr. Dewey Savell
Dewey Savell has been a falconer for over 30 years and a pioneer in raptor breeding.
With a special interest in peregrines, Dewey has been one of the most prolific
producers of peregrines for falconry and release. During the early years of breeding,
he recognized the key role for quality nutrition in falcon reproduction. His expertise
in raptor production was a key factor in the development and testing of Vitahawk,
which has now been proven and tested in multiple generations of breeding falcons.
Vitahawk was developed with over 60 years of combined raptor experience from it's
creators along with one of the finest avian nutritionist in the US who continues
to work with D.B. Scientific in an advisory capacity. It was extensively tested
and has been used in thousands of raptors from the most endangered (Falco peregrinus
nesiotes) to the most common of raptors. Vitahawk is a product you can count
on. Now in use for over 10 years, raptor enthusiasts can trust the quality and
expertise behind the name, Vitahawk!