Katarina is a writer at A-Z Animals where her primary focus is on dogs, travel, and unique aspects about towns, cities, and countries in the world. Katarina has been writing professionally for eight years. She secured two Bachelors degrees — in PR and Advertising — in 2017 from Rowan University and is currently working toward a Master's degree in creative writing. Katarina also volunteers for her local animal shelter and plans vacations across the globe for her friend group.
A resident of Ohio, Katarina enjoys writing fiction novels, gardening, and working to train her three dogs to speak using "talk" buttons.
Did you know that even National Geographic has called the migration of sandhill cranes one of “North America’s greatest wildlife phenomena?” Sandhill cranes remain gorgeous, gentle creatures who carve out… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
The world is old — very old. Scientists estimate the planet itself could sustain life about 3.5 billion years ago, but the oldest organized civilizations only started a few thousand… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
If you live in America, you don’t need to travel abroad for stunning summit hiking. Instead, head over to the Empire State for an incredible view, a massive mountain, and… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
Every city in the world has its claim to fame for food. New York City, however, ranks as special among the metropolitans. Both champions for and naysayers against the Big… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
In the central part of the United States, the Mississippi River runs deep through the country. To support such a massive river and life source, the Mississippi River needs hardy… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
When it comes to adopting a dog with a calm attitude and a protective nature who loves to sit on the couch, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better breed… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
Each major city with skyscrapers in the United States has a stunning skyline that highlights the most impressive structures. Milwaukee, Wisconsin is no stranger to this — it has over… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
When it comes to mythology, ancient scholars, writers, and believers created dazzling creatures to include in their stories. Some of these creatures helped to describe parts of the world the… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
Within the vastness of the globe, thousands of cities teeming with a bustling population exist. Each of those cities had to start somewhere — specifically, with a name. This comprehensive… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
Greyhounds are beautiful, docile creatures with bushels of love to give and an incredible work ethic. When it comes to training a greyhound, owners should know several tips, tricks, and… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 2 months ago
Dogs are a man’s best friend — at least, that’s how the age-old saying goes. If you’ve owned a dog (or a pet in general), you know just how deep… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Mythologies and literature across cultures and time periods recount the beautiful and terrifying power of half-human, half-animal women. Two of these beings — the harpy and the siren — often… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Irish setters make wonderful companion dogs. As a member of the sporting group, these good-natured dogs are active and outgoing — the perfect combination for an adventure buddy, farm hand,… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Cryptids are an interesting group of creatures: they’re studied by cryptozoologists and considered to be animals that exist somewhere on Earth despite little to no scientific evidence for their existence.… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Did you know that Switzerland has not one, but four languages spoken in various regions of the country? While these four languages make up most of the nation, two non-national… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Founded in 1945, the United Nations (UN) remains an international organization of nearly 200 countries in the world that work to ensure each member state has the resources and abilities… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Of all the video games in the world, those with anthropomorphic main characters and sidekicks add an extra dose of fun and whimsy. Consider the Mario media franchise — most… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
When naming your dog — especially if it's a Korean Jindo — you want to choose a title that’s fitting for their personality, meaningful in some way to you, or… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Tattoos have grown in popularity and mainstream appeal, with almost 75% of Americans asserting they like the look of tattoos. In fact, 41% of under-30-year-olds and 46% of 30- to… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
The beautiful state of Michigan has plenty of appeal by itself to bring residents to its gates — the nature, recreation, industry, and activities are hard to match with similar weather… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Some animals have more iconic appearances than others — like poison dart frogs, zebras, and cheetahs. Another member of this infamous family: a raccoon. With a bandit-like black mask around… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Adopting a new dog is an exciting time. Whether you’re set on adopting a basenji, already have one, or are conducting research on which dog is the best fit for… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
So many places in the world have interesting origins. When it comes to cities and towns in global countries — especially those with different alphabets — finding out where a… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Every big city in the world has its pros and cons. And, depending on who you are and what sort of lifestyle you prefer, some cities might suit you better… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Do you live in one of the seven richest counties in Missouri? If you do, you’re not alone. With over one million people living in these counties combined, they’re clearly… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Maryland plays a vital role in the nation’s history. Inner Harbor functioned as a hub of industry with steel mills and shipbuilding warehouses. It was one of the first states… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Did you know that humans have the biggest butt in the animal kingdom, according to our butt-to-body ratio? That’s right, a study several years ago conducted by the Institute of… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 3 months ago
Every dog owner knows the action — the itching, scratching, head shaking of their pup means that something is in their ear. Whether it’s an ear infection or just some… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
For the “muggle who lived” just dying to give their cat a cool, clever Harry Potter name, you have a lot of great choices. From Hermoine’s cat’s own name —… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Long regarded as one of America’s most popular dog breeds, the Labrador retriever or “lab” has a sweet and gentle disposition when grown and a rambunctious, side-splitting personality as a… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
In the Guinness Book of World Records, only one mode of transportation can rank as the Fastest Boat in the World. What is that boat, though, and how fast can… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
The fluffy white or cream coat of a Samoyed with a curly, spitz-like tail enchants many potential dog owners — but the dog breed’s striking appearance isn’t the only consideration… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Of the 100 or so species of crickets that live in the United States, some will make it into homes or apartments over others. Southern states especially tend to see… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Whether you’re looking to hike in the wilderness, try your hand at ice fishing, or want to ice skate or play hockey on a natural ice surface in Colorado, you’ll… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Crime in large cities remains a concern for citizens who live there. From walking alone at night to leaving your car unattended or accidentally unlocked, some risks can invite crime… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Giving birth is a natural step in the circle of life. Some mothers have it worse than others, though, with some massive babies. In the animal kingdom, six mammals produce… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
When it comes to insect fecundity, or the ability to produce offspring, a few insect species exist that can lay the absolute most number of offspring at a time. While… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Praying mantises are an interesting insect often associated with stillness or luck in some cultures. While you may see a full-grown green praying mantis now and again in the fall,… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
When someone reads an aura, they’re delving into a metaphysical, abstract version of a person’s very essence. Auras aren’t perceptible to everyone — in fact, only a fair few humans… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Education level — specifically, higher education than a high school diploma — plays a significant role in demographic data used worldwide. Even the National Center for Education Statistics used the… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
When deciding on the best dog to adopt, owners should consider different factors like health, exercise needs, nutrition, affection level, protective nature, and more. Both golden retrievers and border collies… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
When traveling to a different country, it’s smart to know the flora and fauna you’ll encounter there. While the first thing many think of when they think of Jamaica is… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Every dog in the world has its unique intricacies that make owning, training, and rearing it special. A whippet’s progression from puppy to adult, much like any other dog’s, is… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Ants in your home are a nuisance no matter what species they are. Carpenter ants, however, bring both an annoying problem and potential structural damage to the inside of your… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Maine remains among one of the coldest states in the U.S. Its northern location brings heavy snow for most of the winter, and even summers feel mild and comfortable rather… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Birds are great pets. If you adopt a blue-colored bird like a budgie, parrot, or cockatoo, you’ll need a name befitting of their stunning blue feathers. Dr. Daisy May, a… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Only a handful of settings exist in the world where you can be in two places at once. Even fewer exist that allow you to stand in four different states!… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
The borzoi breed has a long-standing regal reputation dotted with tragedy. The breed finds its origins in Russia — its name means fast in Russian. Beginning in the fifteenth century,… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
Throughout the year, the International Union for Conservation of Nature curates a Red List of endangered animals for government, non-profits, and individuals to access. This evolving list updates several times… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
When it comes to parasites, some beneficial relationships seem unbalanced at first, but several of the most famous in nature are symbiotic in some way. Parasites aren’t always taking without… Read More
By Katarina Betterton 4 months ago
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