Shannon Perry

Shannon is a writer with several years of experience crafting articles about everything from pets to health care. A seasoned pet parent of nine cats, she almost always works with a snoozing feline in her lap from her home in western North Carolina.

Two Goldendoodle dogs resting

the search for a dog 22 doodle dog breeds you’ll love

8 min read

Dog holding broccoli in mouth

can my pet have this Can dogs eat broccoli?

5 min read

Three Xoloitzcuintli dogs in the park

the search for a dog 5 dog breeds from Mexico

3 min read

Dog sneezing outside

dog parent basics Reverse sneezing in dogs

5 min read

glaucoma in cats

feline health problems A guide to glaucoma in cats

6 min read

ant bite on dog

dog parent must-knows Ant bites on dogs, what to do according to vets

6 min read

Flea bites on dogs

Flea bites on dogs

6 min read

Cat drooling on a park bench

feline health problems Why is my cat drooling? Seven reasons, according to veterinarians

9 min read

Thai ridgeback dog walking

the search for a dog Thai ridgeback: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

Brown Boxador dog in a field

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

6 min read

dog parent must-knows How to keep your dogs & puppies cool in the heat

8 min read

Central Asian shepherd dog breed

the search for a dog Central Asian shepherd: Dog breed characteristics & care

5 min read

Black Russian terrier in a forest

the search for a dog Black Russian terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

White swiss shepherd lying in snow

the search for a dog White Swiss shepherd: Dog breed characteristics & care

5 min read

Welsh terrier lying on grass

the search for a dog Welsh terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

5 min read

irish terrier dog in park

the search for a dog Irish terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

A Dog Rolling in Grass

behavior and training Why do dogs roll in poop?

6 min read

Dog sleeping wrapped up in a blue blanket

dog parent basics Do dogs dream?

5 min read

Dog tilting head

dog parent basics Why do dogs tilt their heads?

4 min read

Dog holding chew treat in mouth

behavior and training Why do dogs hide their treats?

4 min read

Dog lying on back waiting for belly rubs

dog parent basics Why do dogs like belly rubs?

5 min read

Bernese mountain dog watching cat friend

behavior and training Why do dogs eat cat poop?

4 min read

Group of cats outside

essential tips How old is your cat? Find out with our cat age calculator

6 min read

Siamese cat looking at camera

10 hypoallergenic cat breeds

4 min read

Owner holding dog‘s paw

dog parent basics Why are dogs so loyal?

6 min read

A Calico Cornish Rex cat

10 cat breeds with big ears

5 min read

White dog looking at peanut butter

can my pet have this Can dogs eat peanuts?

5 min read

Close up of a Siberian husky in the snow

the search for a dog 10 dog breeds for cold climates

6 min read

Dog smelling shrimp

can my pet have this Can dogs eat shrimp?

5 min read

Agility training small dog

behavior and training 12 dog competitions, explained

5 min read

A longhair cat laying in the shade

The domestic longhair cat

5 min read

Group of Golden Retrievers in a park

the search for a dog 12 white dog breeds

6 min read

Mackerel tabby cat closeup

Everything you want to know about tabby cats

6 min read

A dog's paws and dog tag.

savvy shopping 6 best dog tags of 2023, approved by vets

8 min read

Woman and her dog in an apartment

essential tips Apartment living: How to be a good pet owner

8 min read

A dog and a cat walking on a pathway outside

this thing's pretty great FidoTabby Alert: A service that helps reunite lost pets and owners

6 min read

Cairn terrier on grass

the search for a dog Cairn terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Greater Swiss mountain dog standing in grass.

the search for a dog Greater Swiss mountain dog: Dog breed characteristics & care

5 min read

What to do when your dog dies

essential tips What to do when your dog dies

7 min read

savvy shopping Saluki: Products for this regal breed, approved by vets

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the search for a dog Saluki: Training tips & playtime tricks

3 min read

the search for a dog Saluki: Ultimate care guide for your dog

3 min read

the search for a dog Saluki: Health issues & concerns

3 min read

Shetland sheepdog close up

the search for a dog Shetland sheepdog: Dog breed characteristics & care

6 min read

the search for a dog Saluki: Temperament & personality

3 min read

Saluki dog breed posing

the search for a dog Saluki: Overview of this family dog

4 min read

Aussiedoodle laying on stone.

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

8 min read

Saluki competing in dog show

the search for a dog Saluki: Buying vs. adopting

5 min read

grey-cat-plays-in-tunnel

savvy shopping 8 best cat toys for 2023, approved by vets

9 min read

Best cat bed EZ Mount Townhouse

savvy shopping 8 best cat beds for 2023, approved by vets

9 min read

Havanese puppy tests best small dog collars

savvy shopping 7 best small dog collars of 2023, approved by vets

6 min read

Bolux Dog Harness

savvy shopping 5 best reflective dog harnesses of 2022, approved by vets

5 min read

homemade pet food for cats and dogs

essential tips Homemade pet food for dogs and cats

6 min read

YOULY Breakaway Cat Collar

savvy shopping 5 best cat collars for 2023, approved by vets

13 min read

savvy shopping 7 best dog collars for 2023, approved by vets

11 min read

Black dog with a fence in the background.

canine health problems Why is my dog foaming at the mouth? When to worry

4 min read

Jack Russell Terrier looking at camera

the search for a dog Jack Russell terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

cat-bodylanguage

essential tips The ultimate guide to cat body language

8 min read

German-shepherd

the search for a dog German shepherd: Dog breed characteristics & care

7 min read

Dog spa and pampering

essential tips Dog spas & other ways to spoil your dog

7 min read

Does pet insurance cover diabetes

savvy shopping Does pet insurance cover diabetes?

4 min read

Does pet insurance cover ear infections

savvy shopping Does pet insurance cover ear infections?

6 min read

Pet cost budgeting

essential tips Expert guide to creating a pet budget

7 min read

Dog paw booties

savvy shopping Best dog booties in 2023

16 min read

Dog elbow callus

canine health problems How to care for and prevent elbow calluses in dogs

6 min read

Black dog nails

canine health problems A guide to dog nail infections

7 min read

Dog waiting for a ball

healthy canine living A guide to brain health in dogs

5 min read

dog parent must-knows What to feed a dog with an upset stomach

5 min read

Apple cider vinegar

essential tips Apple cider vinegar for dogs: benefits vs. risks

5 min read

Best dog ear cleaners

savvy shopping 5 of the best dog ear cleaners in 2023

25 min read

Woman running with her dog

savvy shopping How salmon oil boosts your dog's health

17 min read

White and brown dog sitting in a field of flowers

canine health problems Seasonal allergies in dogs: Signs, symptoms, and treatment

9 min read

Dog with fleas scratching

essential tips 10 ways to get rid of fleas on your dog

9 min read

canine health problems How to treat dog nose hyperkeratosis

6 min read

Pet Safety 32 houseplants, shrubs, and flowers safe for dogs

14 min read

Cat sneezes making funny expression. Sick cat needs treatment. Cat with white chin isolated on white background.

cat parent must-knows Why is my cat sneezing?

6 min read

clingy dog

dog parent basics Why does my dog follow me everywhere?

7 min read

Cute labrador puppy dog sitting confortably in the arms of veterinary healthcare professional

canine health problems Kennel cough in dogs

6 min read

tired cat with troubled breathing

cat parent must-knows Why is my cat breathing so fast?

6 min read

A black cat on a leash wearing a pink vest harness, quickly walking down a sidewalk

savvy shopping The best cat harnesses, according to avid cat travelers

7 min read

Paw balms in the lab

savvy shopping The best all-natural paw balms

26 min read