Kathryn Williams
Kathryn is a freelance writer who has been a member of the PetsRadar family since it launched in 2020. Highly experienced in her field, she's driven by a desire to provide pet parents with accurate, timely, and informative content that enables them to provide their fur friends with everything they need to thrive. Kathryn works closely with vets and trainers to ensure all articles offer the most up-to-date information across a range of pet-related fields, from insights into health and behavior issues to tips on products and training. When she’s not busy crafting the perfect sentence for her features, buying guides and news pieces, she can be found hanging out with her family (which includes one super sassy cat), drinking copious amounts of Jasmine tea and reading all the books.
Latest articles by Kathryn Williams

'It can feel like a game they never win': A vet shares the real risks of laser pointers for your cat
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Vet's Guide Six things to consider before using one

Cat-friendly houseplants
By Kathryn Williams published
Advice These aren't just safe for your feline friend, they're also wonderful for creating a truly tranquil living space

How regular play sessions helped reduce fighting in our multi-cat household
By Kathryn Williams published
REAL OWNER Roxy and Teddy may never be best friends, but there's a lot less fur flying now that a daily dose of fun is on the menu!

Why do cats like hair ties so much? An expert explains
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Why do cats like hair ties? We found out why these simple elastic bands are so appealing – plus, why you want to keep them out of your kitty's reach

32 types of freshwater fish you can keep as a pet
By Kathryn Williams published
Fun Facts Looking to welcome some finned friends into your family? Here are our favorite types of freshwater fish you can keep as a pet.

32 animals you've never heard of
By Kathryn Williams published
Fun Facts From the weird to the wonderful, here's our roundup of animals you've never heard of before (and certainly won't forget in a hurry!)

8 fun games to play with cats (affordable and easy)
By Kathryn Williams, Megan Milstead last updated
Just for fun Keep your kitty entertained with these fun games for cats

32 ways having a pet changes your life (and don’t we know it!)
By Kathryn Williams published
Feature From saying goodbye to privacy and personal space to welcoming in more joy and laughter, pets change our lives in the most profound ways

32 things your cat would say to you if they could talk
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun Ever wondered what your cat would say if they could talk? Spoiler alert: A whole lot!

When is National Golden Retriever Day?
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Fun Facts And how you can get involved

How to stop a dog from chewing on carpet – and why do they do it?
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Advice Knowing how to stop your dog from chewing on carpet is going to put your mind (and bank balance) at ease

32 fun (and surprising!) ways to include your pet on a date
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun From cooking up a storm at home to heading off on a weekend getaway, here are our favorite ways to include your pet on a date.

32 things we’d be hearing if dogs could talk
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun Curious about what your dog would say if they could talk? We have a few ideas!

How to show your pet you love them
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun Looking for new ways to show your pet you love them? We've got you covered with plenty of fresh ideas and inspiration.

What your pet would get up to if they were in charge for the day
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun Curious what your pet would do if they were running the show? We have a feeling these things would be top of their list!

When can a kitten eat wet food?
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's Guide We asked an expert vet 'when can kittens eat wet food?' Here's what they had to say about your young fur friend's diet...

Why is my kitten always hungry?
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's Guide A vet reveals eight reasons that may be behind their insatiable appetite and when to seek medical advice

How to tell if your kitten is overweight
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's Guide A vet reveals how to tell if your kitten is overweight and shares some simple things you can do to help them shed those extra pounds.

Chance to be a dog for a day? Here’s what I’d do first
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun The chances of me morphing into a dog any time soon are slim. Still, that hasn't stopped me thinking about what I'd get up to if I did!

If I could be a cat for a day, here’s what I’d do...
By Kathryn Williams published
Just For Fun I know I'm never actually going to get to be a cat for a day, but I've had no trouble coming up with things I'd do if I ever get the chance!

Types of cat litter explained
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Advice We give you the rundown on the 7 most common types of cat litter to help make your feline friend's bathroom breaks a pleasure for both them and you

32 ways to spot a pet owner
By Kathryn Williams published
Fun Facts Pet owners are hard to miss. Here are 32 ways to easily spot if someone has a fur friend in their family...

Expert shares 5 ways to keep your pet safe on New Year’s Eve
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's Guide There are plenty of things you can do to prepare your pet for New Year's Eve – and these five tips from a vet are particularly effective
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