
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

The fastest dog breeds – and their top speeds
By Kathryn Williams published
Fun Facts The fastest dogs in the world can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour!

15 Crufts facts you’ve not heard before
By Georgia Guerin last updated
Feature Use these Crufts facts to impress your dog loving friends

Best interactive cat toys: 6 toys tested and approved by real cats and their owners
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Tried & Tested The best interactive cat toys ensure your kitty doesn't become bored

32 things I wish I knew before getting a cat
By Kathryn Williams published
Advice From the highs to the lows and everything in between, here are the things I wish I knew before getting a cat...

The most common pet myths debunked
By Kathryn Williams published
Fun Facts Even in the 21st century, common pet myths still abound. From the plausible to the downright unbelievable, here are a a bunch that are doing the rounds...

32 types of pet birds to consider
By Kathryn Williams published
Fun Facts Looking for a new feathered friend? Here are 32 types of pet birds to consider

19 hound breeds from across the world
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Advice We’ve sniffed out the most popular hound breeds, from the easygoing to the highly active and everything in between

Is catnip bad for cats?
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Vet's Guide Our in-house vet shares her thoughts

Delicious and nutritious things pet birds can eat other than bird food
By Kathryn Williams published
Advice Worried your feathered friend is getting tired of the same old seed mix? Here's a load of things pet birds can eat other than bird food.

10 of the best tracking breeds
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Advice The best tracking dogs have an unbeatable sense of smell that makes them invaluable members of any hunting or search and rescue party

'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!)

Vet reveals how to play with a kitten (and the one thing you should never do)
By Jim McCauley last updated
How to Curious about how to play with a kitten? We explore the best ways to have fun with your feline friend...

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

Can rabbits eat broccoli? We asked a vet
By Annaliese Morgan last updated
Advice Can rabbits eat broccoli? We spoke to a vet to find everything you need to know about serving up this superfood.

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
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