Articles by Nisha Gopalan
Nisha Gopalan
Nisha Gopalan has been a writer/editor for The New York Times, New York magazine, Entertainment Weekly, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and NYLON magazines. She currently resides in Los Angeles.
![Penny was rescued after being overlooked for 6 months in the Carson shelter.]()
lifestyleHow LA Residents Can Help the Dogs of Skid Row
This local rescuer shares how he got started saving LA’s animals in need.
This local rescuer shares how he got started saving LA’s animals in need.
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lifestyleLA Zoo’s Beloved Pets Ofrenda Allows People to Honor Their Departed Pets
You can visit the altar now through November 3.
You can visit the altar now through November 3.
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lifestyleFormer Smashing Pumpkins Bassist Ditched the Touring Life to Start a Dog-Walking Company
Nicole Fiorentino’s The Pet Groupies also offers pet-sitting services in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon.
Nicole Fiorentino’s The Pet Groupies also offers pet-sitting services in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon.
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lifestyleThese Organizations Are Helping Domestic Abuse Survivors Stay With Their Pets
Fostering a pet can be one way to help a person in need escape a dangerous situation.
Fostering a pet can be one way to help a person in need escape a dangerous situation.
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lifestyle18 Places to Crunch the Leaves With Your Dog This Fall
Gorgeous destinations across the US that’ll inspire you and your bestie to get your autumn on.
Gorgeous destinations across the US that’ll inspire you and your bestie to get your autumn on.
![The new coffee table book Cone of Shame will be released on September 10, 2024.]()
lifestyleThese Gorgeous Dog Portraits Aim to Take the Shame Out of *Cone of Shame*
Winnie Au's new photography book puts a positive spin on something that usually bums out dogs—and their parents.
Winnie Au's new photography book puts a positive spin on something that usually bums out dogs—and their parents.
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lifestyleWhy You Should Adopt a Dog From (or Donate to) an International Rescue Organization
Without the advocacy they need, these animals rely on Americans for help.
Without the advocacy they need, these animals rely on Americans for help.
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healthSeasonal Allergies Are Getting Worse for Dogs—Here’s Why
Plus, how to give your pup some relief.
Plus, how to give your pup some relief.
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lifestyle“She Is Me”: Paulina Alexis Sees Her Soulful, Fearless Self in ‘Reservation Dogs’
The rising star on saving stray animals on her reservation, her horse girl side hustle, and how her character connects with her roots in season 2.
The rising star on saving stray animals on her reservation, her horse girl side hustle, and how her character connects with her roots in season 2.
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lifestyleBernadette Peters Brings Adoptable Dogs to Broadway This Saturday
Tony winner and Broadway Barks founder Bernadette Peters tells us about her nonprofit’s star-studded adoption event.
Tony winner and Broadway Barks founder Bernadette Peters tells us about her nonprofit’s star-studded adoption event.
![Woman getting ready to travel with her small brown dog at the airport.]()
lifestyleThe CDC Has Relaxed Their Rules for Bringing Dogs Into the US—But Not Entirely
The restrictions create financial and logistical challenges for animal welfare organizations.
The restrictions create financial and logistical challenges for animal welfare organizations.
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lifestyleMillennials Are Choosing Pets Over Kids, Study Finds
A study found that millennials are choosing pets over kids. Here’s why.
A study found that millennials are choosing pets over kids. Here’s why.
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lifestyleHow Briston Maroney’s Dog Helped Him Stay Calm While Recording His Latest Album
She inspired some of the indie-pop musician’s songs, too.
She inspired some of the indie-pop musician’s songs, too.
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lifestyleForget Goat Yoga. Jessamyn Stanley Practices With Her Pets
Turn those barks and meows into namastes.
Turn those barks and meows into namastes.
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lifestyleThese Major Celebrities Have Rescued Dogs—Now So Many More Pets Are Getting Adopted
From hosting fundraisers to posting about their adopted pets, stars can have a huge impact on animal-rescue efforts.
From hosting fundraisers to posting about their adopted pets, stars can have a huge impact on animal-rescue efforts.
![Douglas Thron, in his rescue pilot uniform hugging a rescued black cat to his chest outside]()
lifestyle | To the RescueWe Are Now Living in the Age of Drone Animal Rescue
ASSERT is the first on the ground for emergency aid around the world.
ASSERT is the first on the ground for emergency aid around the world.
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Science Says People Pick Dogs That Look (and Act) Like Themselves
Do you have a dog type? Here's why people are drawn to certain pups.
Do you have a dog type? Here's why people are drawn to certain pups.
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lifestyleHave Animal Rescue Organizations Stayed True to Their Diversity Commitments?
Four years after many DEI activism pledges, a BIPOC academic-advocate weighs in on where we stand today.
Four years after many DEI activism pledges, a BIPOC academic-advocate weighs in on where we stand today.
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healthA New Drug Could Make Your Dog Live Longer
LOY-002 is a drug aimed at improving your pet’s quality of life—and helping them live longer.
LOY-002 is a drug aimed at improving your pet’s quality of life—and helping them live longer.
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behaviorEverything You Need to Know About Your Cat’s Incredibly Powerful Nose
They have up to 200 million odor receptors that can pick up all the good (and horrible) smells. Learn how to best support their sensitive sniffers.
They have up to 200 million odor receptors that can pick up all the good (and horrible) smells. Learn how to best support their sensitive sniffers.
![Young caucasian cheerful blonde girl sitting and hugging her lovely cocker spaniel dog in cafe.]()
health10 Longevity Tips From People Whose Pets Have Lived Incredibly Long Lives
Follow these vet-backed tips to help your best bud live a healthy and full life.
Follow these vet-backed tips to help your best bud live a healthy and full life.
![Young woman and her small white dog with a Whistle GPS.]()
lifestyle5 Ways AI Will Change the Way You Parent Your Pet—Are You Ready?
Advancements in artificial intelligence are changing everything from the way we detect illnesses to how we keep our pets safe.
Advancements in artificial intelligence are changing everything from the way we detect illnesses to how we keep our pets safe.
![A Young Woman Rests in the Grass With Pet Poodle Dog.]()
lifestyleHere Are the Biggest Pet Trends For 2024
From sustainability to training, here’s what the new year promises to bring.
From sustainability to training, here’s what the new year promises to bring.
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healthA New Drug Could Make Your Dog Live Longer—Meet the Woman Who Created It
The founder and CEO of Loyal, Celine Halioua, tells Kinship what the future of pet parenthood could look like, starting with more time with your pup.
The founder and CEO of Loyal, Celine Halioua, tells Kinship what the future of pet parenthood could look like, starting with more time with your pup.
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lifestyle | To the RescueProject Street Vet Is Helping Unhoused Pets—And Their Parents
Vet tech Genesis Rendon shares the challenges and rewards that come with her selfless work.
Vet tech Genesis Rendon shares the challenges and rewards that come with her selfless work.
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lifestyleThese Dogs Play a Very Special Role on the Day of the Dead
How the spirited Xoloitzcuintli breed shines on Día de los Muertos.
How the spirited Xoloitzcuintli breed shines on Día de los Muertos.
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lifestyleWhy You Should Not Get a Puppy on Craigslist
Puppy mills and animal traffickers are tricking Craigslist users into purchasing dangerously — sometimes terminally — sick dogs.
Puppy mills and animal traffickers are tricking Craigslist users into purchasing dangerously — sometimes terminally — sick dogs.
![Veterinary Ambulance of So Cal, run by Albert Sanchez.]()
healthThis Former Vet Tech Is the Hero Every Pet Parent Needs in an Emergency
Albert Sanchez’s Veterinary Ambulance of Southern California brings pets to accessible emergency vet care when they need it—any time of day or night.
Albert Sanchez’s Veterinary Ambulance of Southern California brings pets to accessible emergency vet care when they need it—any time of day or night.
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lifestyle | To the RescueSir Darius Brown Makes Rescue Work Look Positively Dapper
This Obama-endorsed, teenage animal advocate designs and donates bow ties to shelter dogs to help get them adopted.
This Obama-endorsed, teenage animal advocate designs and donates bow ties to shelter dogs to help get them adopted.
