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

Sweet Kookie Siena Has Every Reason to Hope You'll Adopt Her Before it's Too Late — Just Look at That Face!

Sweet Kookie Siena Has Every Reason to Hope You...

At just about three years old, Kookie has now spent far too much of her young life at PACC. She's a silly, rambunctious lady who is feeling the stress of...

Sweet Kookie Siena Has Every Reason to Hope You...

At just about three years old, Kookie has now spent far too much of her young life at PACC. She's a silly, rambunctious lady who is feeling the stress of...

Bill Prohibiting the Declawing of Cats in Illinois Passed State House

Bill Prohibiting the Declawing of Cats in Illin...

"Imagine the idea that you're willing to remove body parts in order to have a cat in your life. I’m stunned at the prior speaker's assertions."

Bill Prohibiting the Declawing of Cats in Illin...

"Imagine the idea that you're willing to remove body parts in order to have a cat in your life. I’m stunned at the prior speaker's assertions."

Extremely Rare Amur Leopard Cubs Make Their Debut at the San Diego Zoo!

Extremely Rare Amur Leopard Cubs Make Their Deb...

This most recent arrival makes the third set of Amur leopard twins to be born in San Diego over the years.

Extremely Rare Amur Leopard Cubs Make Their Deb...

This most recent arrival makes the third set of Amur leopard twins to be born in San Diego over the years.

Insanely Cute Andean Bear Cubs at the Smithsonian Zoo Show Their Adorable Faces

Insanely Cute Andean Bear Cubs at the Smithsoni...

Beginning a few weeks ago, Sean and Ian were accompanied by their 4-year-old mother Brienne on some brief excursions to explore the yard in their exhibit.

Insanely Cute Andean Bear Cubs at the Smithsoni...

Beginning a few weeks ago, Sean and Ian were accompanied by their 4-year-old mother Brienne on some brief excursions to explore the yard in their exhibit.

Inseparable Kitten Sibs Need Forever Home with Like-Minded Snuggler

Inseparable Kitten Sibs Need Forever Home with ...

If you dream of having snuggly kitties, then you may have just found them.

Inseparable Kitten Sibs Need Forever Home with ...

If you dream of having snuggly kitties, then you may have just found them.

Important Info for Cat Owners: Did You Know Felines Can Get Heartworms? Regrettably, it's True!

Important Info for Cat Owners: Did You Know Fel...

Unfortunately, the first sign in some cases is sudden collapse of the cat — or sudden death.

Important Info for Cat Owners: Did You Know Fel...

Unfortunately, the first sign in some cases is sudden collapse of the cat — or sudden death.