Megan Milstead
Megan is a Staff Writer at PetsRadar, covering features, reviews, deals, and buying guides. She has a wealth of experience caring for animals, having grown up with dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, and more throughout her life. She’s particularly interested in pet happiness and behavior, which she loves to research in her spare time—you’ll often find her watching webinars on reactivity in dogs or researching cat body language. She loves going the extra mile for her cats, Chilli and Nala, who also help out with testing the best products for our buying guides!
Megan studied BA Journalism at the University of Westminster, where she specialized in lifestyle journalism and was editor of Smoke Radio’s lifestyle website. She also graduated from West Herts College with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Journalism. Before joining the PetsRadar family in 2023, she worked on the editorial team for Harrods Beauty and has spent most of her career writing for lifestyle titles, like Fit&Well, RunningShoesGuru, Licklist and Mr. After Party.
Megan works alongside qualified vets and accredited trainers to ensure you get the best advice possible. She is passionate about finding accurate and helpful answers to your pet-related questions.
Latest articles by Megan Milstead

I test pet products for a living, and this discount on the Neakasa P2 Pro Grooming Kit is not to be missed
By Megan Milstead published
DEALS Sick of your pet making a mess at home? This grooming kit is the solution – and it’s almost 40% off right now!

Celebrity vet reveals the 3 most shocking cases he’s ever treated (and the one piece of advice every pet parent should know)
By Megan Milstead published
Interview Spoiler alert: it includes a dog who saved his owners from a rattlesnake!

Best automatic cat litter boxes
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested Thanks to the best automatic cat litter boxes, you no longer need to scoop their poop daily!

Not a drill! Shark’s Air Purifier is $130 off in the Amazon Big Spring Sale – and it’s going straight in my basket
By Megan Milstead published
DEALS This air purifier will remove pollutants from your home, and with a saving of 39%, it's just too good to pass

This automatic cat litter box changed my life! And it’s now under $200 (not a typo!)
By Megan Milstead published
DEALS I thought this was too good to be true, but it's not! PetPivot's Autoscooper 11 has plummeted to a record-low price

8 signs your cat loves you, according to an expert
By Megan Milstead published
Behaviorist's Guide Curious if your cat loves you back? Here are the signs to look out for

King Charles brings home his first puppy in over three decades
By Megan Milstead published
News The news of the new puppy comes shortly after the Queen adopted a rescue dog named Moley

Best catnip toys we’ve tried and tested
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested These are the best catnip toys for a happy, playful cat (according to real pet parents)

Celebrity vet reveals the 4 most common mistakes pet owners make again and again
By Megan Milstead published
Advice From off-leash walks to unsupervised puppy play dates – have you made any of these easy errors?

Should you help a baby bird?
By Megan Milstead published
Vet's Guide Our in-house vet shares her expert advice

How to make dog-friendly pancakes (vet-approved recipe)
By Megan Milstead published
JUST FOR FUN Simple, delicious and under $1 per serving – this is the best dog pancake recipe

What’s your cat’s play personality? A vet reveals the 5 types and what they mean
By Megan Milstead last updated
Vet's Guide Ever wondered why your cat plays in a particular way? Now you can find out…

The 6 best cat toys, tried and tested by our feline friends
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested Looking for the best cat toys for bored cats? These will keep your kitty mentally and physically stimulated

The 6 best automated cat toys, tested and approved by real pet parents
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested The best automated cat toys give your feline something fun to play with – even when you're not around!

Litter-Robot 3 vs 4: Which is worth your money?
By Megan Milstead published
Tried & Tested We tested the Litter-Robot 3 vs. 4 – here are the main differences

How to give a cat a spa day in 7 simple steps
By Megan Milstead published
Just for fun Your complete guide on how to give a cat a spa day

The 6 best dry cat foods 2025, approved by vets and tested by owners
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested We've found the best dry cat food to keep your hungry kitty healthy

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

The 6 best dog coats for cold winter weather (according to real pup parents)
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried&Tested The best dog coats will keep your pooch warm and dry on their winter walks

How to increase your dog's appetite (and when you need to see a vet)
By Megan Milstead published
Vet's Guide Our in-house vets are here to help!

This is the craziest pet camera I’ve ever tested (spoiler: it’s an AI robot)
By Megan Milstead published
Tried & Tested My honest review of the Enabot ROLA PetPal

7 ways to match outfits with your dog (and look great together)
By Megan Milstead published
Just for fun These outfits are fun, stylish and easy to wear!

Best cat beds, reviewed and approved by our cats
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested We tested the best cat beds that your sleepy kitty will love
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