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About

Emily Johnson is a content writer specializing in the pet industry, with expertise covering pet health, pet products, pet training, pet insurance, and everyday living as a pet parent. She is an Arizona native but now resides in North Carolina with her rescue dog and two cats.

Experience

Emily is a regular contributing author with pet brands like PetMD, Chewy, Kinship, and Adopt-a-Pet, and her goal is to help educate fellow pet parents through accurate content and personal experience. She also rides and owns horses – and has been doing so for more than 25 years – volunteers and fosters with local rescues, and is extremely passionate about pet ownership and welfare. If she isn’t writing, you’ll likely find her reading a book with a cat on her lap, walking on the greenway with her dog, or at the barn with her horse.

Articles

  1. tabby cat in carrier

    Cat Carrier Training: A Step-by-Step Guide

    This guide covers how to carrier train, how to get a cat in a carrier quickly, and how to calm a cat in a carrier during travel.
  2. The Big Fat Truth about Cat Obesity and How to Fix It

    The Big Fat Truth about Cat Obesity and How to Fix It

    If you feel like more and more cats are a little rounder these days, you’re not imagining it. Recent surveys suggest that in the U.S., over...
  3. is it better to have 2 cats - two cats sitting near each other by the window

    Is It Better To Have 2 Cats?

    If you’re thinking about adopting a cat, or adding a second one to your home, you’ve probably wondered: is it better to have two cats...
  4. veterinarian holding orange tabby cat

    Cat Insurance: Do You Need It?

    The answer depends on your cat’s age, lifestyle, and your financial safety net. Cat insurance can provide financial protection and peace...
  5. Cat in a Litter-Robot with a dog laying next to them on the floor

    Cat vs Dog? Which Pet Is Right for You?

    Neither cats nor dogs are objectively better pets. The better choice depends on how much time you have at home, your living space, and your...
  6. table with wrapped wedding gifts

    How Much to Spend on a Wedding Gift + Thoughtful Ideas

    Figuring out how much to spend on a wedding gift can feel surprisingly awkward. You want to celebrate the couple in a meaningful way, but...
  7. A shy tabby domestic shorthair cat peeking around a wall

    Why Is My Cat Hiding? When to Worry & What to Do

    If you’re asking yourself, “Why is my cat hiding?”, the answer depends on whether this is normal behavior or a sudden change.
  8. woman smiling as she holds happy long-haired cat against her lap

    Are Cats Good Pets?

    There are plenty of benefits to having a cat, especially if you’re looking for a pet that offers companionship without requiring a lot of...
  9. pregnant woman with cat

    Hyperosmia During Pregnancy: Symptoms, Causes & Solutions

    Certain odors tend to be especially problematic during pregnancy, including cat urine.