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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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Cats are the second most popular pet in the United States. Many households have more than one, and they’ve been our companions for roughly 12,000 years.1 They’…
Owning a dog is like having a toddler in your home. You must supervise them until they learn the house rules about where they can and can’t go. The problem wit…
Americans love their popcorn, consuming an average of 43 quarts per capita. Interestingly, some find it more satisfying than potato chips. Therefore, it only m…
Allergies occur when the body’s immune system responds inappropriately to a usually non- harmful substance. Like us, our dogs can suffer from seasonal allergie…
According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), about 6.1 million American households 1 have birds, with finches bringing their songs to many of the…
An estimated 32 million feral cats 1 live in the United States, although many consider that a gross understatement, putting the number likely over 60 million 2…
Parakeets make an ideal pet. They bring song and chattering to a home while making a delightful avian companion. Their care is easy as long as you provide the…
Americans have upward of 45 million avian companions. Their favorite bird is the budgerigar or parakeet. They are sweet pets and quite affectionate—and chatty!…
An English muffin topped with butter and jam is the quintessential breakfast for many people. Or perhaps you’re more of an Egg McMuffin fan. Whatever you fancy…
Parrots are intelligent animals. We can communicate with them like no other pet. They can use tools and problem-solving skills, and research has shown that the…
