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Rachael Monson

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Rachael Monson is an expert animal content writer, tenured veterinary assistant, and U.S. Army veteran. Her unique perspective as both an animal lover and veterinary professional allow her to provide valuable insights for pet parents through engaging and informative content. Rachael is an advocate for quality pet care and the conservation of wildlife and their habitats. In her free time, she loves playing video games or watching movies with her Bengal cat, Citrine, snoozing on her lap.

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Essential Tips
Cats
Behavior & Training
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Essential Tips
Cats
Behavior & Training
How to introduce a kitten to a cat
6
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Feb 11, 2025
Dog Parent Basics
Dogs
Behavior & Training
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7
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Feb 8, 2025
Cat Parent Must Knows
Cats
Care
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11
 min read
Feb 5, 2025
The Search for a Dog
Dogs
Breeds
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4
 min read
Feb 4, 2025
Dog Parent Must Knows
Dogs
Behavior & Training
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8
 min read
Feb 2, 2025
Essential Tips
Pets
Care
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Jan 30, 2025
Cat Parent Basics
Cats
Behavior & Training
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6
 min read
Jan 30, 2025
Cat Parent Basics
Cats
Behavior & Training
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6
 min read
Dec 11, 2024
Dog Parent Basics
Dogs
Behavior & Training
Why do dogs tilt their heads?
3
 min read
Nov 30, 2024
The Search for a Dog
Dogs
Breeds
What is the oldest dog breed in the world?
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Nov 30, 2024
Essential Tips
Dogs
Health
10 ways to get rid of fleas on your dog
11
 min read
Nov 29, 2024
Dog Parent Basics
Dogs
Behavior & Training
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Nov 29, 2024
Dog Parent Basics
Dogs
Behavior & Training
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8
 min read
Nov 27, 2024
Healthy Canine Living
Dogs
Care
4 recipes for super fresh homemade dog toothpaste
9
 min read
Nov 25, 2024
Savvy Shopping
Dogs
Care
The 7 best dog crates and kennels for dogs
3
 min read
Nov 19, 2024
Dog Parent Basics
Dogs
Behavior & Training
12 Reasons your dog snores and what to do about it
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Nov 19, 2024
Essential Tips
Pets
Care
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Cat Parent Must Knows
Cats
Health
10 ways to encourage your cat to drink water
6
 min read
Nov 13, 2024
The Search for a Dog
Dogs
Breeds
10 black dog breeds
11
 min read
Nov 11, 2024
Dogs
Breeds
English Cream Golden Retriever: dog breed characteristics & care
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Nov 11, 2024
Essential Tips
Dogs
General Ownership
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Savvy Shopping
Pets
Care
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10
 min read
Sep 16, 2024
Canine Health Problems
Dogs
Health
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Sep 3, 2024
Canine Health Problems
Dogs
Health
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Aug 30, 2024
Canine Health Problems
Dogs
Care
Folliculitis in dogs: causes, symptoms, and treatment
13
 min read
Aug 29, 2024
Feline Health Problems
Cats
Health
A guide to crystals in your cat’s urine
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Aug 28, 2024
Healthy Canine Living
Dogs
Food & Nutrition
The benefits of green-lipped mussels for dogs
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Jul 23, 2024
Dog Parent Must Knows
Dogs
Health
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5
 min read
Jul 18, 2024
Healthy Canine Living
Dogs
Food & Nutrition
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 min read
Jul 9, 2024
Essential Tips
Pets
Care
Quality of life assessment for pet owners
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Canine Health Problems
Dogs
Health
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16
 min read
May 30, 2024
Cat Parent Basics
Cats
Health
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May 29, 2024
Essential Tips
Dogs
Care
How to clean your dog’s tail pocket
5
 min read
May 21, 2024
Canine Health Problems
Dogs
Health
Spinal Conditions and Injuries in long-backed Dogs
11
 min read
May 17, 2024
Cat Parent Must Knows
Cats
Health
Why is my cat so thirsty?
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May 7, 2024
Dog Parent Basics
Dogs
Behavior & Training
Water safety: How to teach a dog to swim
12
 min read
Dogs
Health
10 ways to get rid of fleas on your dog
13
 min read
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