Health & wellbeing Overweight dog: how to help it lose weight (2026)
If you can't feel your dog's ribs, it's carrying extra kilos. How to check, what to rule out with your vet and a plan so it loses weight at a safe rate.
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The Faunatural team researches and writes guides on the feeding, health and care of dogs and cats. We cross-check every topic with veterinary sources and put clarity and honesty above marketing. When something depends on your pet's health, we tell you when to check with your vet.
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Nutrition Natural dog treats: which to give and which to avoid (2026)
Not everything sold as a natural treat is safe. We cover what to check before buying, what to avoid and where to find them, with real prices.
10 min read
Nutrition My dog won't eat kibble: causes and when to worry
A dog that stops eating kibble may be bored, full of treats… or ill. Here's how to tell the difference before you start trying tricks.
9 min read
Health & wellbeing What bones can dogs eat (and which ones are dangerous)
Cooked bones, never. Raw ones, with conditions. Here's the full picture, without the vested interests of whoever is selling kibble or bones.
10 min read
Nutrition Raw (BARF) diet for cats: real risks, portions and what vets actually say
Neither demonised nor idealised: what the evidence says about raw feeding in cats, the toxoplasma risk almost nobody mentions, and how to reduce it.
11 min read
Health & wellbeing Bland diet for dogs: what to feed, how much and for how long
The chicken-and-rice routine done properly: proportions, real amounts, how long to keep it going, and the signs your dog needs a vet, not a diet.
10 min read
Nutrition Taurine for cats: what it does, how much they need and which foods contain it
Cats can't make enough taurine, and a deficiency damages the heart and eyes. How much they need, where it's found, and the cooking mistake that destroys it.
9 min read
Health & wellbeing Neutered cat: how much and what to feed it so it doesn't put on weight
Neutering isn't just surgery: it changes your cat's metabolism for life. We explain how much to feed it and how to keep an eye on its weight without obsessing over it.
7 min read
Health & wellbeing Dog diarrhoea: causes, what to feed them and when to worry
Most cases of diarrhoea clear up on their own in a couple of days with a bland diet. We explain what to do, what to avoid, and when waiting stops being an option.
8 min read
Health & wellbeing Why is my dog vomiting: causes and when it's urgent to see the vet
A single vomiting episode usually isn't serious, but some signs are. We explain the most common causes and when to stop waiting and call the vet.
8 min read
Health & wellbeing Puppy vaccines, deworming and neutering: the complete guide
The three pillars of prevention in your puppy's first year: what vaccines they need and when, how to deworm them properly, and when neutering makes sense.
10 min read
Nutrition BARF diet for dogs: an honest guide (benefits, risks and how to start)
Neither miracle nor poison: what the BARF diet really is, its real risks, what vets say and how to do it right if you decide to.
11 min read
Nutrition How to switch your dog from kibble to natural food without the hassle
A botched transition is the number-one cause of diarrhoea when changing diet. Here's how to do it right, over 7-10 days and without any scares.
6 min read
Comparisons & guides Natural dog food: how to choose between cooked, BARF and kibble
Cooked, BARF or natural kibble: what they really mean, which dog each one suits and how to make the switch without upsetting their stomach.
8 min read
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