Sarah (Kollmorgen) Cottone
Sarah is a writer whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, Discover magazine, and HuffPost among other places. She lives outside of Denver with her husband and their dog, Lucy, who is the true queen of the household.
University of Virginia: Bachelor’s, Comparative Literature
Northwestern University: Master of Science, Journalism
Recent Kinship articles by Sarah (Kollmorgen) Cottone
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Do Dogs Really Do a “Contentment Ceremony” When They’re Happy?
The internet thinks so.
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How Do Dogs Know What Time It Is? Their Internal Clocks, Explained
They are never late for dinner.
![Man petting his puppy's butt outside in the grass.]()
Why Are Dogs Obsessed with Booty Scratches?
Ah, that’s the spot.
![Small white puppy smelling the ground outside on a walk.]()
The Way Your Dog Perceives the World Impacts Their Behavior—the Theory of “Umwelt”
Their noses really are their superpower—here’s why.
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How Often Should You Brush Your Dog’s Teeth?
Some things you can do to keep those chompers sparkling through their senior years.
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4 Things You’re Doing That Really Stress Your Dog Out
Some may come as a surprise.
![Pretty young woman is sitting on window sill and using smartphone while her cute calm shiba inu dog is sitting near her enjoying view.]()
It’s Wildfire Season—Here’s How You Can Keep Your Dog (Literally) Breathing Easy
If you wouldn’t exercise outside with all that smoke, then your dog shouldn’t, either.
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Your Guide to the Perfect Camping Trip With Your Dog
Everyone is welcome in the tent, but you’ll need these items on your packing list if your pup is tagging along.
