Rebecca West

Rebecca West

Rebecca is a writer and editor for both print and digital with a love for travel, history, archaeology, trivia, and architecture. Much of her writing has focused on human and animal health and welfare. A life-long pet owner, she has taken part in fostering dogs for military members during deployment and given many rescued and surrendered dogs the forever home they always wanted. Her two favorite canine quotes are, "Be the kind of person your dog thinks you are," and "My dog rescued me."

Articles by Rebecca West

Vet Raises Health Concerns Over Dogs Playing with Tennis Balls

Vet Raises Health Concerns Over Dogs Playing wi...

Very few among us have never played fetch with our dogs using a brightly colored tennis ball...

Vet Raises Health Concerns Over Dogs Playing wi...

Very few among us have never played fetch with our dogs using a brightly colored tennis ball...

Chance for You to Vote in "People Magazine's" 2023 World's Cutest Rescue Dog Contest

Chance for You to Vote in "People Magazine's" 2...

As with all contests, only one will walk away as the ultimate winner, and this one will receive the contest's grand prize . . .

Chance for You to Vote in "People Magazine's" 2...

As with all contests, only one will walk away as the ultimate winner, and this one will receive the contest's grand prize . . .

Most Dangerous Jobs List Has an Unexpected 1st Place Winner You Likely Wouldn't Have Guessed

Most Dangerous Jobs List Has an Unexpected 1st ...

The most dangerous job in America is so not what you think. In fact, it's not even close...

Most Dangerous Jobs List Has an Unexpected 1st ...

The most dangerous job in America is so not what you think. In fact, it's not even close...

Baby Gorilla Abandoned at Birth Beats the Odds with the Help of a Dedicated Caregiver

Baby Gorilla Abandoned at Birth Beats the Odds ...

It was from that point that Kaius started getting better and growing stronger. It took nearly two months, but the two started going outside more often...

Baby Gorilla Abandoned at Birth Beats the Odds ...

It was from that point that Kaius started getting better and growing stronger. It took nearly two months, but the two started going outside more often...

Insanely Cute Senior Dog, Mavis, Needs the Public's Help in Securing a Forever Home

Insanely Cute Senior Dog, Mavis, Needs the Publ...

One of her best traits, besides being house-trained, is that she is not an excessive barker, which is always a plus.

Insanely Cute Senior Dog, Mavis, Needs the Publ...

One of her best traits, besides being house-trained, is that she is not an excessive barker, which is always a plus.

@FlyWithKay Fundraiser Aims to Raise $50,000 for Pilots to the Rescue

@FlyWithKay Fundraiser Aims to Raise $50,000 fo...

As part of her fundraising plan, she partnered with Pilots to the Rescue on a trip to New Jersey to be part of an inspiring video featuring adoptable pets.

@FlyWithKay Fundraiser Aims to Raise $50,000 fo...

As part of her fundraising plan, she partnered with Pilots to the Rescue on a trip to New Jersey to be part of an inspiring video featuring adoptable pets.