Chloe Petrylak
Chloe is a freelance writer, editor, and proofreader, who has more than ten years’ experience in creating animal-focussed content. From National Geographic to Animal Planet, Chloe’s passion for creating fact-filled features all about wildlife and the environment is evident. But it’s not just wild animals that Chloe’s fascinated by. Having written more than 75 articles for PetsRadar - and having her very own four-legged friend by her side - it’s no wonder that her love of dogs (and, of course, cats) has grown exponentially.
Her website, www.chloemaywrites.com, and social media pages - @ChloeMayWrites on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter - showcase her knowledge through daily facts and trivia tidbits. For example, did you know that snails have teeth?!
Latest articles by Chloe Petrylak

Daisy: The Korean street dog saved from the kill shelter
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
Feature Read one woman’s mission to give a Korean street dog, who landed herself in a high kill shelter, her forever home

Can dogs eat eggs? We crack the case!
By Chloe Petrylak published
Advice How do you like your eggs in the morning? Perhaps your pooch would like them too, but can dogs eat eggs?

Alaska Dog and Puppy Rescue: helping find forever homes
By Chloe Petrylak published
Feature The Alaska Dog and puppy rescue organisation work hard to save canines from certain death

Can dogs eat blueberries?
By Chloe Petrylak published
Advice Labelled as a superfood for us but can our dogs eat blueberries, too?

Why grumpy dogs are cleverer than cheerful canines
By Chloe Petrylak published
News New research discovers that grumpy dogs are more intelligent than their happy hound counterparts

Meet the rescue dogs helping military veterans with PTSD – and how YOU can help
By Chloe Petrylak published
Feature Life is better with a dog, but for those building a new life with PTSD, it can change things forever

Can dogs eat strawberries?
By Chloe Petrylak published
They're delicious and nutritious, but what we’d really like to know, is can dogs eat strawberries?

Can dogs eat watermelon?
By Chloe Petrylak published
Advice Considering it’s mostly water, watermelon should be fine for pooches to eat, right? Well, not quite

Can dogs eat apples?
By Chloe Petrylak published
Advice An apple a day keeps the doctor away but what about vets? We investigate whether dogs can eat apples

Do you know why you should let your dog sniff on a walk?
By Chloe Petrylak published
Advice Many dog owners don’t realise why it’s so important to let their dog sniff on a walk. Find out more here...

Revolutionary new anti-theft dog lead promises to thwart dog snatchers
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
News A new design of anti-theft dog lead could be the latest weapon in the fight against dog thieves

Revealed! The most popular dog breeds of 2020
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
As the year draws to a close, we take a look at 2020’s most popular dog breeds

Five most pampered celebrity pets on the planet
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
News Take a look at the lives these celebrity pets lead if you think you’ve got a spoilt furry friend…

Watch Alexis, the smartest cat in the world, break the world record for the most tricks in one minute
By Chloe Petrylak published
News Eight-year-old feline is crowned the smartest cat in the world after performing 26 tricks in just sixty seconds!

Could the dog diet challenge help your chunky canine?
By Chloe Petrylak published
Last year’s dog diet challenge may now be needed to help the pooches that piled on the pounds over lockdown

How to handle a breakup as a pet owner
By Chloe Petrylak published
Advice Splits and divorces can be hard enough, but a breakup as a pet owner can bring even more heartbreak. Here's some advice to make a difficult situation a little easier

Cats sick and tired of owners during lockdown
By Chloe Petrylak published
A study has revealed that cats are getting sick and tired of their owners as a result of being in lockdown together

Warning to pet owners as Pedigree and Chappie dry dog food is recalled
By Chloe Petrylak published
News A popular dry dog food range has been recalled over its vitamin D content

Science reveals the top five words that dogs like best
By Chloe Petrylak published
News Three-month study discovers the words that dogs like enough to set their tails a-wagging

Dog food recalled following 28 fatalities, says FDA
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
News 28 deaths and toxin discovery triggers recall of dog food

Top tips for walking your dogs in the snow
By Chloe Petrylak published
Everyone loves a snow day but there are hidden dangers to consider when walking your dogs in the snow

Wonky-faced rescue cat takes social media by storm
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
Social media becomes obsessed with Peanut, the wonky-faced rescue cat

Five great dog movies to watch over the holidays
By Chloe Petrylak published
Feature These fantastic feel-good dog movies will have you crying and laughing during the holiday season
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