Jackie Brown
Jackie Brown lives in sunny Orange County, CA, where she works as a freelance writer and editor. When she’s not on deadline, you can find her paddling her outrigger canoe in the Pacific Ocean or hiking in the foothills with her miniature poodle and two young boys.
Recent Kinship articles by Jackie Brown
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Can You Teach a Dog to Talk? Five Training Techniques
Look who’s talking!
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Household Plants That Are Toxic to Cats
These plants might be beautiful, but they’re deadly to feline foragers.
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Emotional Support Animals: How to Get Your ESA Letter
Learn who can write one for you.
Why Won’t My Puppy Eat?
We asked two veterinarians for advice.
Can Cats Drink Milk?
The movies would have you believe they can.
Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?
Uhh, is that safe, little guy?
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How to Give Your Cat a Bath
Pro tip: Take things step by step.
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Whisker Fatigue — Apparently It’s a Thing
Or, is it a genius marketing ploy to get you to buy fancy “whisker friendly” cat bowls? We asked a vet...
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What’s All the Cat Chatter About?
Scientists believe they could be mimicking the calls of their prey.
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Is My Cat...Panting?
“Cats don’t pant to cool off like dogs do.” Unless your pet is catching their breath after doing the zoomies, Dr. Gary Weitzman says it could be cause for concern.
