7 certifications on this path
Animal Wellness
Care for animals the holistic way. Accredited, self-paced certifications in natural animal health — from naturopathy and nutrition to massage, herbs and equine therapy.
- Pet professionals
- Groomers & sitters
- Equine practitioners
- Devoted animal owners
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Certifications
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Modules in total
11,548
Students enrolled
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Stages, in order
Every certification on this path is accredited by
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Which one sounds like you?
Pick the one that fits and we will point you at the course to open first.
I'm new to natural animal care
Start with the broad foundation: natural approaches to animal health, prevention and everyday wellbeing.
Start here → I want hands-on bodywork skillsLearn therapeutic animal massage to relieve tension, support recovery and deepen the human-animal bond.
Start here → I care about what animals eatSpecialise in species-appropriate nutrition — the single biggest lever in an animal's long-term health.
Start here → I work with horsesTrain in equine therapy and bring structured, animal-assisted practice to your work with horses and people.
Start here →The order
Where to begin, and what follows.
A recommendation, not a gate — every certification enrols on its own, and nothing is locked behind the one before it.-
Stage 1
Build the foundation
Animal naturopathy gives you the whole-animal framework — prevention, natural remedies and when to refer to a vet — that the other certifications build on.
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Stage 2
Choose your care modality
Add the hands-on disciplines: bodywork, plant-based care and nutrition tailored to the species you work with.
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Stage 3
Specialise your practice
Distinctive specialisations that set an animal wellness practice apart.
The full path
Every certification on this path.
One flat price each, accredited, self-paced, and yours for life once you enrol.
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Animal Naturopathy Certification
Train in animal naturopathy — natural nutrition, herbal support, and holistic care protocols for pets. The Animal Natu...
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Animal Massage Certification
Train in animal massage — anatomy, massage strokes, relaxation techniques, and mobility support for pets. The Animal M...
86
Animal Aromatherapy Certification
Train in animal aromatherapy — safe essential oil use for dogs, cats, and horses, dilution, and species-specific cauti...
517
Animal Herbology Certification
Train in animal herbology — medicinal plants for pets, safe dosing, and herbal support for common conditions. The Anim...
240
Animal Nutrition Certification
Train in animal nutrition — species-appropriate diets, raw and natural feeding, and nutritional assessment for pets. T...
231
Animal Communication Certification
Learn animal communication — intuitive connection, body language, and deepening the human-animal bond. The Animal Comm...
Still deciding
The ones most students weigh up.
Same accreditation, same price, same lifetime access — what changes is the subject and the length.| Certification | Animal Naturopathy Certification | Animal Massage Certification | Animal Nutrition Certification |
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| Format | Self-paced, lifetime access | Self-paced, lifetime access | Self-paced, lifetime access |
| Modules | 15 modules | 8 modules | 10 modules |
| Students | 5,393 | 130 | 196 |
| Certificate | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
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About the subject
What is holistic animal wellness?
Holistic animal wellness applies the same whole-person thinking we use in human wellbeing to the animals in our care — nutrition, touch, plants, environment and behaviour, working alongside (never instead of) veterinary medicine.
These certifications train you in practical, natural care skills: assessing an animal's needs, applying safe complementary techniques, and knowing exactly where the line sits between supportive care and a job for the vet.
By the end of this path you can
- Understand natural animal health across species
- Apply safe, structured complementary techniques
- Know when an issue belongs with a veterinarian
- Build an accredited animal wellness practice
01 Which course should I start with?
Most students start with Animal Naturopathy — it's the broad foundation in natural animal health. If you already have a focus, like massage or equine work, you can enrol there directly.
02 Does this replace veterinary training?
No. These are complementary-care certifications. You'll learn supportive, natural techniques and — importantly — when an animal needs a veterinarian.
03 Are the certifications accredited?
Yes — Naturalistico courses are accredited by internationally recognised bodies including IPHM, CMA, CPD Excellence, NCCAP and ICAHP.
04 Are the courses self-paced?
Fully. Everything is online with lifetime access — study on your schedule, from anywhere.
05 Can I build a business with this?
Yes — many graduates offer animal massage, nutrition consulting or natural-care services alongside grooming, sitting, training or equine work.
One price, every certification
Start Animal Wellness whenever you are ready.
Take one certification or all of them, in whatever order suits you. Nothing expires, and the accreditation is the same either way.
- Full certification, 8 to 11 modules
- Certificate with verifiable ID, printed option
- Community, live classes, and study circles
- Points that plant real trees as you learn