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Chris is an experienced pet writer specializing in science topics, with a particular passion for health and the environment. She has been a writer for over 15 years and lives with her husband and three cats in Michigan.
Beyond writing about cats and dogs, Chris loves to learn about wine. She has WSET 1 and 2 certifications and is currently pursuing her Certified Wine Specialist Award (CSW).
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As most dog owners know, dogs aren’t the pickiest eaters. Most dogs will eat plenty of things that a majority of humans wouldn’t touch. Of course, you’d never…
Scientists believe that the domestication of dogs occurred between 20,000–40,000 years ago. New research has found that there were likely five different lines…
Dogs are a diverse group of domesticated animals, with 378 recognized by the Centrale Canine.1 The large number reflects the various purposes canines serve for…
Excessive itchiness and irritation isn’t pleasant no matter the cause, and your dog may try to relieve an itchy tail by biting or licking it. It may seem count…
Note: This article’s statistics come from third-party sources and do not represent the opinions of this website. Humans have had a relationship with dogs for a…
It may sound like a cliche, but it’s one based in fact when it comes to fighting like cats and dogs. First, the animals are competitors since they’re both pred…
Roughly 4.5 million individuals are bitten by dogs each year in the United States, with nearly 20% requiring medical attention.1 Sadly, children and the elderl…
We all want the best for our pets, and the age of the internet has empowered us to learn more. While the intentions are admirable, sometimes Google can lead us…
Dogs have found places in our lives and homes since early humans first domesticated wild canines. They’ve even earned the status of our best friends. That make…
If you read the ingredients on the label of just about any boutique dog food, you will likely see many common human foods, including blueberries, cranberries,…
