Kathryn Dueck
Author for A-Z Animals

I am a freelance writer with experience in both fiction and nonfiction. When not putting words on a page, I enjoy reading, hiking in the great outdoors, and playing with my dog.


Fattest Animals Picture

As a species, humans can be downright obsessive about body fat. Given that, it’s not surprising that we love learning about the fat-to-mass ratios of other members of the animal… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Are Possums Nocturnal or Diurnal? Picture

Are possums nocturnal or diurnal? These funny-looking marsupials live in two areas of the world: Australia and its surrounding islands, and the Americas. Possums from the Americas are technically called… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Cockapoos Shed? Picture

One of the first designer dogs in the world, the cockapoo, came about by accident when a breeder unintentionally crossed a poodle with a cocker spaniel. It turned out to… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Cavapoos Shed? Picture

Cavapoos are delightful designer dogs from Australia with an affectionate, affable temperament. In the 1990s, breeders crossed poodles with Cavalier King Charles spaniels to create these adorable little dogs. They… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Boston Terriers Shed? Picture

The Boston terrier originated in the United States from an English bulldog and a white English terrier. The bulldog’s owner lived in Boston, which would eventually become part of the… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Havanese Shed? Picture

The Havanese is the only dog breed native to Cuba, bearing the name of its capital city, Havana. Its ancestors hail from the bichon family, having traveled to Cuba with… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Irish Wolfhounds Shed? Picture

Originally hailing from Ireland, Irish wolfhounds are massive dogs with gentle hearts. They also go by the name Irish greyhound due to their greyhound-like physique. They developed as working dogs… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Bulldogs Shed? Picture

The English bulldog is famous for its abundant jowls, stocky body, and low-slung stance. Despite its unfortunate history as a bull-baiting dog, this breed exhibits a docile, friendly temperament. In… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Cane Corsi Shed? Picture

The Cane Corso (plural Cane Corsi) is a majestic, fearless breed with a powerful physique to back it up. The Corso originated in ancient Rome from native mastiffs and quickly… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Shiba Inus Shed? Picture

The Shiba Inu is a small to medium spitz dog originating in Japan. Its name literally translates to “brushwood dog.” As their muscular, compact bodies make them excellent athletes, hunters… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Chow Chows Shed? Picture

Chow chows are aloof yet loyal spitz dogs that originated in northern China. They are most famous for their poofy, abundant coats and leonine appearance. Fittingly, the Chinese call them… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago


Do Blue Heelers Shed? Picture

Key Points Blue heelers shed moderately throughout the year with periods of heavy seasonal shedding.Blue heelers are not hypoallergenic and are not suitable to those that suffer with allergies.Blue heelers… Read More

By Kathryn Dueck 4 months ago