Rachel Pick
Rachel Pick is a freelance writer and social media editor who has written for Vice, The Guardian, and SELF. She lives with two cats: Cricket, a genteel lady who is the picture of refinement, modesty, and good manners; and Cowboy, who is an agent of chaos, slapstick comedy, and foul odors. Her work here frequently focuses on cat companionship and cat behavior.
College of William and Mary: Bachelor of Arts in English
Volunteer, Wild Bird Fund opens in new tab(WBF)
Recent Kinship articles by Rachel Pick
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Your Cat Isn’t Really Comforted by Items With Your Scent on Them, Study Says
Leaving them with your old shirt is nice and all, but other things may work better.
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Study Says Dogs Can Recognize Human’s Faces but Cats Can’t—Why?
Evolution may have something to do with it.
Why Does My Cat Make “Stink Face”: Understanding the Flehmen Response
It’s definitely not because you disgust them.
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9 Ways You Can Tell If Your Cat Is Healthy
Kitties are experts at camouflaging their illnesses; here’s what you need to look for.
What Does Your Cat’s Sleeping Position Say About Them?
Is your cat a croissant? A splooter? A cuddler?
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Why Kitten Season Is Getting Longer and More Intense Every Year
And what you can do to help.
