Alexis De Leaver

Alexis De Leaver

Digital & Syndication Staff Writer

Our staff writer, Alexis, is a digital content specialist and passionate pet advocate with a background in lifestyle journalism. Raised in a lively home filled with cats, dogs, and fish, she channels her lifelong love for animals into creating helpful, research-driven content for pet parents.

She collaborates with veterinary professionals to ensure accuracy and is currently pursuing additional pet care certifications.

A graduate of Bowling Green State University, Alexis has contributed to major UK and US publications, including Daily Mail, Space.com, and Black Women Rising Magazine.

Latest articles by Alexis De Leaver

New puppy shopping list

By Alexis De Leaver published

Advice Wondering what to buy? Here are the essentials

Advice

World Dog Show 2025

By Alexis De Leaver last updated

Feature It’s fast approaching, and we've rounded up everything you need to know

Feature
Cat wearing one of the best flea collars for cats

Best flea collars for cats of all ages and types

By Kathryn Williams last updated

Buying guide Keep your pets and home safe from pests with the best flea collars for felines

Buying guide
Rhodesian Ridgeback sitting in leaves

6 African dog breeds

By Alexis De Leaver published

Breed Profile Everything you need to know about them

Breed Profile

10 fluffy cat breeds

By Cynthia Lawrence last updated

Advice With their super soft fur coats, these cats can make the perfect snuggle companion

Advice
dog having nails trimmed with one of the best nail grinders for dogs

Best nail grinders for the ultimate pet pedi

By Alexis De Leaver last updated

Buying Guide These nail grinders can make trimming your pet's nails an absolute breeze

Buying Guide
Jack Rusell Terrier running outside

Small dog syndrome

By Alexis De Leaver published

Vet's Guide Our vet reveals some ways you can prevent it

Vet's Guide
Ibizan Hound standing in the road

Rarest dog breeds

By Becks Shepherd last updated

Advice From Telomians to Lagotto Romagnolos, these are the rarest breeds in the world right now

Advice
Teacup Morkie

9 adorable teacup dog breeds

By Kathryn Williams last updated

Advice They may be small in size, but they are mighty in heart and personality.

Advice
Peterbalds are one of the most unusual looking cats

9 unusual cats with striking looks

By Alexis De Leaver published

Advice You won't be able to take your eyes off them

Advice

Dog nail clippers vs nail grinders: Which is best for your pup?

By Amy Davies, Alexis De Leaver last updated

Advice When it comes to dog nail clippers vs grinders, we’ve got the pros and cons to each

Advice
Puli's are one of the unusual dog breeds

6 unusual dog breeds with unique looks

By Ashleigh Gibbs last updated

Advice These unusual dogs will make you do a double take

Advice
Chihuahua breed profile

All you need to know about Chihuahuas

By Alexis De Leaver last updated

Breed Profile This Chihuahua breed profile has everything you need to know about this toy-size pooch.

Breed Profile
Close up of cat scratching one of the best cat scratching posts

Best cat scratching posts

By Alexis De Leaver last updated

Buying Guide These will have you waving goodbye to shredded furniture

Buying Guide
Dog eating vanilla ice cream

Can dogs eat ice cream?

By Alexis De Leaver published

Advice This is what a vet has to say about whether it’s safe to share

Advice
Woman drinking tea with Velcro dog looking over her shoulder

Velcro dog breeds

By Alexis De Leaver published

Advice These dogs will never be far from your side if given the choice

Advice
Ojos azules one of the rarest cat breeds

13 rare cat breeds

By Alexis De Leaver, Kathryn Williams last updated

Advice From the curly LaPerm to the fun-loving Devon Rex

Advice
Maine Coon cat

Largest cat breeds

By Chloe Petrylak, Alexis De Leaver last updated

Advice From the Persian to the Maine Coon, these are the biggest domestic cats in the world

Advice

Our favorite kibble for skin allergies is in the Amazon Pet Day sale for the next 48 hours!

By Alexis De Leaver published

Deals Amazon Pet Day is here! Grab Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach Dog Food on sale now

Deals
English Bulldog vs Boxer on black background

English Bulldog vs boxer

By Alexis De Leaver published

Advice The differences between these breeds you need to know about

Advice
Dog eating the best wet dog food in his bowl

The best wet dog food

By Alexis De Leaver, Steve Wright last updated

Buying guide We peel back the lids of the best wet dog food and find marvelous meals that every pooch will enjoy

Buying guide
Golden retriever sitting inside an apartment

Best large dogs for apartments

By Ashleigh Gibbs last updated

Advice Size doesn't always matter; the best large dogs for apartments are gentle giants who don't mind a spot of indoor living

Advice
Close up portraits of Swiss Mountain Dog and Bernese Mountain Dog on black background

Bernese Mountain Dog vs. Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

By Alexis De Leaver published

Breed Profile Bernese Mountain Dog vs. Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: Find out which mountain dog is right for you

Breed Profile
Brindle dog breeds

11 brindle dog breeds

By Alexis De Leaver last updated

Advice Many of our favorite common dog breeds can have the distinctive brindle coat

Advice

10 teddy bear dog breeds

By Kathryn Williams last updated

Advice These teddy bear dog breeds aren’t just cute bundles of fluff – they make excellent companions for any pet parent!

Advice
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