Chelsea Mortensen

Venus flytraps (Dionaea muscipula) are cool, creepy, and a little hard to believe. After all, it is not every day that you see a poisonous plant! But they’re a…

By Chelsea Mortensen

Chamomile is a flowering plant best known for its sweet fragrance and delicate taste. It looks a bit like small daisies, with flowers with a yellow center and…

By Chelsea Mortensen

Europe is a continent full of diverse cultures and rich history, so it’s no surprise that some of the most recognizable cat breeds come from European countries…

By Chelsea Mortensen

Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs today are instantly recognizable for their lean bodies, reddish fur, and distinctive “ridge” of hair running down their spine. They’re…

By Chelsea Mortensen

You can pick a cat name from anything—your hobbies, your cat’s personality, or their appearance. If you love the color of your cat’s green eyes, it might be a…

By Chelsea Mortensen

Lemongrasses make up several species of grass known for their strong, lemony scent. They are also sometimes called citronella grasses, although these are diffe…

By Chelsea Mortensen

If you're trying to identify a fluffy giant feline, Ragdolls and Norwegian Forest Cats are both possibilities. With stunning coats and sharp intelligence, thes…

By Chelsea Mortensen

If your cat steals food at every opportunity, butter might be their kryptonite. Many cats love to get into butter because of its high cream and fat content, wh…

By Chelsea Mortensen

Rich, meaty goodness is something cats and humans both enjoy. Many humans are in the habit of feeding their feline friend morsels of meat to supplement their d…

By Chelsea Mortensen

Dogs go through a lot of toys, and you likely have tons hanging around the house. But if you’ve got them stored in an old cardboard box or an ugly plastic bin,…

By Chelsea Mortensen