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

Ships of the Desert Are Not All Alike

Ships of the Desert Are Not All Alike

About 90 percent of the world's camels are dromedary camels, also known as the Arabian camel.

Ships of the Desert Are Not All Alike

About 90 percent of the world's camels are dromedary camels, also known as the Arabian camel.

Stranded Cows in California Benefitting From "Operation Hay Drop"

Stranded Cows in California Benefitting From "O...

Once authorities were able to gather the coordinates of the stranded herds, they flew out in search of the cows.

Stranded Cows in California Benefitting From "O...

Once authorities were able to gather the coordinates of the stranded herds, they flew out in search of the cows.

Tiger Population in Thai Wildlife Sanctuary Sees Increases for the First Time in 30 Years

Tiger Population in Thai Wildlife Sanctuary See...

"In some areas, including much of Southeast Asia, tigers are still in crisis and declining in number."

Tiger Population in Thai Wildlife Sanctuary See...

"In some areas, including much of Southeast Asia, tigers are still in crisis and declining in number."

Microchipping for Cats in U.K. to Become Mandatory

Microchipping for Cats in U.K. to Become Mandatory

When an animal is found, the microchip is read with a scanner, thus enabling veterinarians or technicians to identify the animal's owner so they can be reunited.

Microchipping for Cats in U.K. to Become Mandatory

When an animal is found, the microchip is read with a scanner, thus enabling veterinarians or technicians to identify the animal's owner so they can be reunited.

Sweet, Smart, & Fun Chocolate Lab with Personality Described as "Delightful" in Need of Rescuing

Sweet, Smart, & Fun Chocolate Lab with Pers...

I have the devotion, loyalty, and unconditional love for humans, and I'm hoping one will love me enough to work with me.

Sweet, Smart, & Fun Chocolate Lab with Pers...

I have the devotion, loyalty, and unconditional love for humans, and I'm hoping one will love me enough to work with me.

An 8-Foot Gator Was Discovered in the Attic of a North Carolina Home by a Code Enforcement Officer

An 8-Foot Gator Was Discovered in the Attic of ...

"Nobody would believe me. You know, I made phone calls. I tell people around me. Nobody would believe me."

An 8-Foot Gator Was Discovered in the Attic of ...

"Nobody would believe me. You know, I made phone calls. I tell people around me. Nobody would believe me."