Natural Animals is an education-focused space exploring how animals support their own wellbeing through choice.
What you can learn here
This site is being developed as an education-focused space exploring animal self-medication and self-selection through observation, scientific context, and ethical restraint.
Learning here focuses on:
understanding how animals interact meaningfully with their environment
recognising patterns without over-interpretation
appreciating species-specific differences while identifying shared principles
Teaching is structured to reduce overwhelm, prioritise clarity, and support thoughtful, informed decision-making — rather than instruction or dependency.
This work may be for you if…
You want to understand why animals make the choices they do
You value careful observation over quick fixes
You’re interested in ethical, evidence-informed ways of supporting animal wellbeing
This work may not be for you if…
You’re looking for prescriptive protocols or step-by-step instructions
You want guaranteed outcomes
You prefer certainty over complexity
Learning pathways by species
While the underlying principles explored here extend across species, much of the teaching is organised through species-specific pathways to keep learning grounded, relevant, and accessible.
Current and planned areas of focus include:
Dogs — observation, choice, and regulation in domestic environments
Cats — subtle self-selection, scent interaction, and autonomy
Horses — environmental engagement and species-specific needs
Poultry — natural behaviours, environmental choice, and resilience
Additional species, including smaller companion animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs, may be referenced where relevant, while always respecting species-specific differences.
This work is shaped by long-term observation, formal training, and a deep respect for animal agency. Rather than offering quick fixes or prescriptive methods, the focus is on understanding — learning when to intervene thoughtfully, and when not to intervene at all.
Education here is intended to build confidence, clarity, and discernment — not dependency.
A thoughtful, ethical approach
This site is continuing to grow, with new material added over time.