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Alexia Kontolemos
Joined: May 10, 2022
Alexia is a freelance writer who enjoys writing about travel, food, and culture. She's a fan of big, loud family gatherings, board games, Marvel movies and is a geography, history and pop culture nerd.
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Why Does My Cat Cry at Night?
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Chipmunks vs. Squirrels: What’s the Difference?
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Wolves vs. Coyotes: What’s the Difference?
Kitten Season Is Coming—Here’s How You Can Help
Spring and summer are hectic times for animal shelters and cat rescue groups.
How to Stop Your Dog From Eating Poop
There could be several reasons why your dog is eating poop—and several steps you can take to nip the behavior in the bud.
Red vs. Gray Fox: What's the Difference?
Here's how to identify red and gray foxes, plus some helpful information about where the foxes live and what they eat.
Why Hold Music Is So Annoying
There are some psychological reasons why being put on hold is such a frustrating experience.
How to Help Your Cats Get Along, According to an Expert
Cats can get aggressive when you introduce a new animal into the house. These expert tips from a cat trainer can help your pets get along.
Why Do Dogs Chase Cars?
A professional dog trainer explains the instinctual reason driving the behavior and offers some expert advice on how to stop your dog from chasing cars.
Why Won’t My Cat Use the Litter Box?
A certified cat trainer suggests reasons why a cat won’t use its litter box—and offers some possible solutions.
11 Animals that Make Terrifying Sounds
Red foxes, barn owls, and American alligators are just a few beasts that make scary sounds.
Why Can’t Vampires Eat Garlic?
The idea that garlic repels vampire has been linked to some serious health problems.
8 Discontinued Halloween Candies You’ll Never Find in Your Trick-or-Treat Bucket Again
A lot of them had something to with candy corn.
Why Do Witches Often Have Warts?
The reason they’re often associated with the growths goes hand in hand with the same centuries-old superstitions that gave witches an undeservedly bad rap.
Why You Shouldn’t Put Out Fake Spider Webs This Halloween
Though fall is the time for spooky décor, those fake spider webs can turn into a truly scary situation for birds, bees, and other wildlife.