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

Veterinarian Urgently Warns Dog Owners About the Extreme Dangers of This Toy After Puppy Almost Dies

Veterinarian Urgently Warns Dog Owners About th...

You should always ask your vet about the toys your pet can safely play with and those that they feel should be discouraged due to the animal's size and breed.

Veterinarian Urgently Warns Dog Owners About th...

You should always ask your vet about the toys your pet can safely play with and those that they feel should be discouraged due to the animal's size and breed.

Walmart to Offer Pet Telehealth Plan to Its "Plus" Subscribers via Pawp

Walmart to Offer Pet Telehealth Plan to Its "Pl...

In states that allow virtual visits, Pawp veterinarians can prescribe medications and diagnose patients where appropriate. The company's founder defended the practice and asserted that the best veterinary care comes...

Walmart to Offer Pet Telehealth Plan to Its "Pl...

In states that allow virtual visits, Pawp veterinarians can prescribe medications and diagnose patients where appropriate. The company's founder defended the practice and asserted that the best veterinary care comes...

Adoptable Tony, the Special Needs Rescue Pup, is a Veritable Iron Man

Adoptable Tony, the Special Needs Rescue Pup, i...

Tony is always happy, smiling, and ready for adventure, and would truly appreciate the chance to live a full life in a loving home.

Adoptable Tony, the Special Needs Rescue Pup, i...

Tony is always happy, smiling, and ready for adventure, and would truly appreciate the chance to live a full life in a loving home.

Air Shepherd: Using Drones to Protect Elephants & Rhinos in Africa

Air Shepherd: Using Drones to Protect Elephants...

Due to the limited supply and high demand, it's priced at $30,000 a pound, making it worth more than gold! Vietnam is currently the most significant user country of rhino...

Air Shepherd: Using Drones to Protect Elephants...

Due to the limited supply and high demand, it's priced at $30,000 a pound, making it worth more than gold! Vietnam is currently the most significant user country of rhino...

Adoptable Jupiter Wants to Be the Center of Your Universe

Adoptable Jupiter Wants to Be the Center of You...

Jupiter gets along with the two cats and two large dogs in his foster home after having proper introductions. He has even tolerated one of the dogs sniffing him and...

Adoptable Jupiter Wants to Be the Center of You...

Jupiter gets along with the two cats and two large dogs in his foster home after having proper introductions. He has even tolerated one of the dogs sniffing him and...

More Ways to Proactively Support Your Local Animal Shelters/Rescues

More Ways to Proactively Support Your Local Ani...

Oftentimes you'll see an adoptable pet listed with a notification that the adoption fees have been waived in their case because someone has graciously offered to pay them.

More Ways to Proactively Support Your Local Ani...

Oftentimes you'll see an adoptable pet listed with a notification that the adoption fees have been waived in their case because someone has graciously offered to pay them.