Articles by Kate Sheofsky
Kate Sheofsky
Kate Sheofsky hails from San Francisco, where she developed a love of writing, Giants baseball, and houses she can’t afford. She currently lives in Portland, OR, and works as a freelance writer and content strategist. When not typing away on her laptop, she enjoys tooling around the city with her two rescue pups searching for tasty food and sunny patios.
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behaviorHome Alone: What to Know About Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety
Does your dog freak out when you head for the door? Here’s some advice.
Does your dog freak out when you head for the door? Here’s some advice.
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nutritionA Digestible Guide to Healthy Dog Food
How to pick the right grub for your pup when there are So. Many. Choices.
How to pick the right grub for your pup when there are So. Many. Choices.
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Spoiler: there are no cons.
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The key to curbing mindless snacking — this is for your dog.
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lifestyleDitch Your Guilt Over Getting a Second Dog
Change is hard, but that doesn’t mean you should feel bad.
Change is hard, but that doesn’t mean you should feel bad.
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nutritionOK, But Is Grain-Free Food Actually Linked to Heart Disease?
The Wildest Collective member and integrative veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt shares advice on a sometimes controversial, always changing topic.
The Wildest Collective member and integrative veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt shares advice on a sometimes controversial, always changing topic.
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behavior | Why, Cat?!Your Sleeping Cat Is Twitching So Much They Should Be a Gamer
Why do they do it? A vet on the top three reasons your cat twitches in their sleep — from sweet dreams to scary spasms.
Why do they do it? A vet on the top three reasons your cat twitches in their sleep — from sweet dreams to scary spasms.
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behavior7 Signs Your Dog Has Imprinted On You
Not sure what that means...or if it’s a good thing? A veterinary behaviorist explains.
Not sure what that means...or if it’s a good thing? A veterinary behaviorist explains.
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nutritionSome Like It Hot — The Benefits of Warming vs. Cooling Diets
Here’s how certain foods can balance your pet’s energy and even ease their allergies, according to Chinese medicine.
Here’s how certain foods can balance your pet’s energy and even ease their allergies, according to Chinese medicine.
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nutritionHelp, My Cat is on a Hunger Strike
A veterinary nutritionist explains why your cat isn’t eating and how to increase their appetite.
A veterinary nutritionist explains why your cat isn’t eating and how to increase their appetite.
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behaviorYour Pet’s Behavioral Issues Might Be All in Their Gut
It’s a gut thing: Your dog’s GI issues could be linked to their mental health.
It’s a gut thing: Your dog’s GI issues could be linked to their mental health.
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healthBulldogs and Other Flat-Faced Breeds Are Being Banned. Here’s Why
Breeds with those squished-in faces are charming — but their health issues are not.
Breeds with those squished-in faces are charming — but their health issues are not.
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lifestyleThe Dos and Don’ts of Dog Park Etiquette
New kid on the block? Follow this trainer’s tips before letting your pet run wild.
New kid on the block? Follow this trainer’s tips before letting your pet run wild.
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Your pup may know you’re sick before you do, a study says.
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Even if they ain’t too proud to beg…
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lifestyleHow to Find the Dog Sitter Your Dog Deserves
Nobody loves your dog like you love your dog. But wouldn’t it be great if your dog sitter was a close second?
Nobody loves your dog like you love your dog. But wouldn’t it be great if your dog sitter was a close second?
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behaviorDoes Your Pet Need Therapy?
Dogs and cats can’t read self-help books, so a veterinary behaviorist explains how your pet may benefit from being in treatment.
Dogs and cats can’t read self-help books, so a veterinary behaviorist explains how your pet may benefit from being in treatment.
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lifestyleGo Figure, Pets Are the Best Defense Against Kids’ Allergies
This one’s for you, human parents-to-be.
This one’s for you, human parents-to-be.
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behaviorHow to Train Your Dog for a Day At the Office
July 24 is National Take Your Dog to Work Day. Dog trainer Robert Haussman shares his tips for how to teach your pup to be your favorite co-worker.
July 24 is National Take Your Dog to Work Day. Dog trainer Robert Haussman shares his tips for how to teach your pup to be your favorite co-worker.
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lifestyleThe Dirt on Dog-Proofing Your Yard
10 steps to a safe outdoor space. Landscaper not required.
10 steps to a safe outdoor space. Landscaper not required.
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healthSafety Tips for the Dog Days of Summer
Some like it hot (but not most dogs). A vet breaks down the season’s health hazards, from fleas to foxtails.
Some like it hot (but not most dogs). A vet breaks down the season’s health hazards, from fleas to foxtails.
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lifestyle8 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Dog Breed
Find out which dog breed is right for your lifestyle.
Find out which dog breed is right for your lifestyle.
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Why Do I Have to Pay an Adoption Fee?
If you’re helping out a homeless pet, shouldn’t that be worth a freebie? The reality is, it costs a lot of money to care for shelter animals and to keep a shelter clean and safe.
If you’re helping out a homeless pet, shouldn’t that be worth a freebie? The reality is, it costs a lot of money to care for shelter animals and to keep a shelter clean and safe.
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lifestyleGet the Inside Scoop on Adoption Applications
Ready to take the plunge? Here’s everything you need to know about applying to adopt a pet.
Ready to take the plunge? Here’s everything you need to know about applying to adopt a pet.
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healthWondering How Big Your Puppy or Kitten Is Gonna Get?
We know, our pets grow up too fast. But seriously, how fast is too fast (or slow)? The Wildest and Waltham Petcare Science Institute created a simple tool to help your new pet’s growth stay on track.
We know, our pets grow up too fast. But seriously, how fast is too fast (or slow)? The Wildest and Waltham Petcare Science Institute created a simple tool to help your new pet’s growth stay on track.
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lifestyleThe Race to Find a Back-to-Work Dog Walker
Who will love your dog like their own (for 30 minutes per day).
Who will love your dog like their own (for 30 minutes per day).
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nutritionIs Your Dog a Picky Eater?
Let them play with their food...and other pro tips from veterinary nutritionist Dr. Lindsey Bullen.
Let them play with their food...and other pro tips from veterinary nutritionist Dr. Lindsey Bullen.
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nutritionRaw Food Diets for Cats: An Explainer
Cats are obligate carnivores — that we know. But do they need to eat like wild animals? We asked a holistic vet about the pros and cons of primal diets.
Cats are obligate carnivores — that we know. But do they need to eat like wild animals? We asked a holistic vet about the pros and cons of primal diets.
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behaviorThere’s No Crying in Crate Training
Actually, sometimes there is. But if you follow these tips, crate training your pup can go smoothly.
Actually, sometimes there is. But if you follow these tips, crate training your pup can go smoothly.
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For starters, yes, it’s good enough to eat.
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lifestyleAnimal House: How to Intro a New Dog to Your Other Pets
Without turning your home into a circus.
Without turning your home into a circus.
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lifestyleWorking Pet Parent? Doggie Daycare to the Rescue!
Find one they love, but not so much they won’t wanna come home.
Find one they love, but not so much they won’t wanna come home.
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lifestyleIs Your Home a Danger Zone for Dogs?
Pro tips on puppy-proofing your home...so it isn’t obvious you live with an animal.
Pro tips on puppy-proofing your home...so it isn’t obvious you live with an animal.
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lifestyleDog Meets Kid: The Start of Something Beautiful
They’ll always remember their first childhood pet — this intro is just the beginning.
They’ll always remember their first childhood pet — this intro is just the beginning.
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lifestyleYou’ve Got Company: A Guide to Cohabitating with a New Dog
Boundaries, right? But if they end up sleeping in bed, that’s cool too.
Boundaries, right? But if they end up sleeping in bed, that’s cool too.
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