Alex Coleman

betterpet writer

Alex Coleman is a professional writer and editor originally from Columbus, Ohio. She has a master’s in English from Ohio Dominican University. In her free time, she and her West Highland terrier Henry spend their time hiking, frequenting the neighborhood dog park and dining at every pet-friendly eatery in town.

Dog standing on sea shore

the search for a dog Top dog breeds that (usually) love water

6 min read

Finnish Lapphund by a lake

the search for a dog Finnish Lapphund: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Akbash dog breed

the search for a dog Akbash: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

Vet giving dog a cytopoint injection

dogs and meds What are Cytopoint injections for dogs?

5 min read

A sad woman hugging a small dog on a sofa

dog parent basics Can dogs sense sadness?

5 min read

Cat eating garbanzo beans chickpeas

can my pet have this Can cats eat beans?

5 min read

A cat eating raw chicken from a dish

can my pet have this Can cats eat raw chicken?

6 min read

Cleaning cat‘s teeth with a toothbrush

essential tips Step-by-step guide to brushing your cat’s teeth

7 min read

A Dalmation nibbling a man‘s hand

behavior and training Why do dogs nibble on you?

7 min read

Maltese and Shiba inu dogs playing on bed

behavior and training Why do dogs dig on beds and couches?

6 min read

Dog sleeping with back against man

behavior and training Why do dogs sleep with their bum facing you?

6 min read

Black Bombay cat sat in grass

5 cat breeds with yellow eyes

3 min read

Tiny Shih-tzu in a tea cup

the search for a dog 6 teacup dog breeds

5 min read

Goldendoodle dog running away

dog parent must-knows Why do dogs run away?

6 min read

Kitten stood in a bowl of white rice

can my pet have this Can cats eat rice?

4 min read

Cat sniffing bowl of grapes

can my pet have this Can cats eat grapes?

4 min read

Dachshund looking at camera

the search for a dog What were dachshunds bred for?

4 min read

Chihuahua standing in grass

the search for a dog What were chihuahuas bred for

3 min read

Australian kelpie laying on a dock

the search for a dog Australian kelpie: dog breed temperament and characteristics

6 min read

Brussels griffon sitting on the ground in front of a walkway

the search for a dog Brussels griffon: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Miniature schnauzer laying in grass.

the search for a dog Miniature schnauzer: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

Whippet

the search for a dog Whippet: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Two West Highland white terriers on the back of a couch.

the search for a dog West Highland white terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

A Leonberger walking outside.

the search for a dog Leonberger: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

A Dalmation walking on leash.

the search for a dog Dalmatian: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Brown Newfoundland dog

the search for a dog Newfoundland: Dog breed temperament and characteristics

6 min read

Are grain-free diets bad for dogs

dog parent must-knows Are grain-free diets bad for your dog?

4 min read

great dane on grass

the search for a dog Great Dane: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Kitten sat on a tree trunk sneezing

cat parent must-knows Why is my kitten sneezing?

8 min read

Dog rolling in grass and showing belly

essential tips Dog belly rash? Here’s how to soothe it

9 min read

Two hot dogs panting outside in summer

dog parent must-knows Heat stroke and heat exhaustion in dogs: What to know

6 min read

Brown dog licking biting butt

canine health problems Why your dog might be licking their butt

5 min read

Best probiotics for dogs

savvy shopping The 7 best probiotics for dogs

18 min read

White bulldog wheezing

canine health problems Wheezing in dogs

8 min read

Mother and puppy laying on grass

dog parent basics When do dogs stop growing?

7 min read

Person rubbing ointment on a dry cracked dog paw

canine health problems How to soothe your dog’s cracked paws

7 min read

Puppy vaccination

dog parent basics A guide to puppy vaccinations

6 min read