Marissa DePino

betterpet writer

Marissa is a writer and world traveler based in NYC. She graduated from Drake University in 2018 with a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication.

savvy shopping

The 6 best cat trees for any type of cat

7 min read

Closeup of dog's nose

canine health problems

Here’s how to treat and unclog your dog’s stuffy nose

5 min read

Small do sleeping in a dog crate

savvy shopping

The 7 best dog crates and kennels for dogs

5 min read

Small dog with a flea problem sitting with its owner.

dog parent basics

9 ways to get rid of fleas on your dog naturally

6 min read

herbs and spices OK for dogs

healthy canine living

Herbs for Dogs

7 min read

Dried Valerian roots in wooden spoon on sackcloth background. Valeriana officinalis, Caprifoliaceae in herbal medicine. Valerian Root for Anxiety and Sleep as nutritional supplement for health

dogs and meds

A guide to valerian root for dogs

4 min read

Arnica Montana for dogs

dogs and meds

Arnica for all-natural pain relief in dogs

5 min read

Sad husky

uncommon dog conditions

Zinc deficiencies in dogs, explained

4 min read

activated charcoal

dogs and meds

Activated charcoal for dogs, explained

6 min read