Rebecca West

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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

Luke is One of Those Special Dogs That Struggles with the Stress of Shelter Life. Can You Help?

Luke is One of Those Special Dogs That Struggle...

During his most recent evaluation with other shelter dogs, Luke was playful, social, and very bouncy.

Luke is One of Those Special Dogs That Struggle...

During his most recent evaluation with other shelter dogs, Luke was playful, social, and very bouncy.

Nearly 300 Desert Tortoises are Currently in Need of Happy Homes in Southern Arizona

Nearly 300 Desert Tortoises are Currently in Ne...

As with any potential pet that will depend on you, make sure you familiarize yourself with how to properly care for a tortoise before jumping in with both feet.

Nearly 300 Desert Tortoises are Currently in Ne...

As with any potential pet that will depend on you, make sure you familiarize yourself with how to properly care for a tortoise before jumping in with both feet.

Florida Bill Would Ban Dogs From Sticking their Heads Out of Car Windows, Among Other Restrictions

Florida Bill Would Ban Dogs From Sticking their...

A proposed bill in Florida would make it illegal for a dog to sit/stand in a driver's lap or poke its head out of the windows of a moving vehicle,...

Florida Bill Would Ban Dogs From Sticking their...

A proposed bill in Florida would make it illegal for a dog to sit/stand in a driver's lap or poke its head out of the windows of a moving vehicle,...

Rescue Dog Amara Has Made Huge Strides Adjusting but She Still Yearns for a Home of Her Own

Rescue Dog Amara Has Made Huge Strides Adjustin...

No animal should ever have to spend a year or more in a rescue or shelter, no matter how cushy they are.

Rescue Dog Amara Has Made Huge Strides Adjustin...

No animal should ever have to spend a year or more in a rescue or shelter, no matter how cushy they are.

Striking "Queen B" Kitty Dreams of a Forever Home of Her Own

Striking "Queen B" Kitty Dreams of a Forever Ho...

House-trained, she's good to go with kids, dogs, and other cats. In other words, she's an all-around low-maintenance winner that anyone would be lucky to live with!

Striking "Queen B" Kitty Dreams of a Forever Ho...

House-trained, she's good to go with kids, dogs, and other cats. In other words, she's an all-around low-maintenance winner that anyone would be lucky to live with!

Tiger Cub Confiscated During New Mexico Shooting Investigation Sent to Colorado Sanctuary

Tiger Cub Confiscated During New Mexico Shootin...

Penned up in a dog crate, the tiger cub weighing just over 20 pounds was also discovered in the residence. From there, he was taken to the ABQ BioPark Zoo...

Tiger Cub Confiscated During New Mexico Shootin...

Penned up in a dog crate, the tiger cub weighing just over 20 pounds was also discovered in the residence. From there, he was taken to the ABQ BioPark Zoo...

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