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

Florida Manatees Continue to Face Difficult Times as Food Sources Dwindle

Florida Manatees Continue to Face Difficult Tim...

A feeding program to supplement their food intake began in early 2022 and started again this winter due to what marine experts have called an "unusual mortality event" among sea...

Florida Manatees Continue to Face Difficult Tim...

A feeding program to supplement their food intake began in early 2022 and started again this winter due to what marine experts have called an "unusual mortality event" among sea...

Foster-First Programs on the Rise in the U.S. Ensure Good Fits While Reducing Surrenders

Foster-First Programs on the Rise in the U.S. E...

These types of precautions are necessary to cut down on animal surrenders and are in the best interest of the pet.

Foster-First Programs on the Rise in the U.S. E...

These types of precautions are necessary to cut down on animal surrenders and are in the best interest of the pet.

Staycation Pet Program in Charlotte Allows Dog Lovers Fun Short-Term Visits

Staycation Pet Program in Charlotte Allows Dog ...

Another option is their Daycation Program where willing participants can check a pooch out for day visits and trips.

Staycation Pet Program in Charlotte Allows Dog ...

Another option is their Daycation Program where willing participants can check a pooch out for day visits and trips.

Kentucky Animal Shelter in Dire Need of Volunteer Dog Walkers, Be a Hero Today!

Kentucky Animal Shelter in Dire Need of Volunte...

An unexercised dog is a pent-up dog that often turns anxious or destructive — and sometimes both. A shelter in Kentucky knows all about that, and they need assistance with...

Kentucky Animal Shelter in Dire Need of Volunte...

An unexercised dog is a pent-up dog that often turns anxious or destructive — and sometimes both. A shelter in Kentucky knows all about that, and they need assistance with...

Bonded Cuties Irwen and Elenor are a Sweet Pair to Draw to — Adopt Them Now!

Bonded Cuties Irwen and Elenor are a Sweet Pair...

Like all of the rescue's felines, Irwen and Elenor are spayed, microchipped, viral tested, and vaccinated. In other words, they're ready to roll!

Bonded Cuties Irwen and Elenor are a Sweet Pair...

Like all of the rescue's felines, Irwen and Elenor are spayed, microchipped, viral tested, and vaccinated. In other words, they're ready to roll!

Sweet Siamese and Snowshoe Mix Wants to Move in With You Now!

Sweet Siamese and Snowshoe Mix Wants to Move in...

Shelters and rescues, no matter how well-equipped and/or maintained they are, create high levels of stress in animals.

Sweet Siamese and Snowshoe Mix Wants to Move in...

Shelters and rescues, no matter how well-equipped and/or maintained they are, create high levels of stress in animals.