
Janelle Leeson
School: University of Akron
Expertise: Pets, Gardening, Sustainability
Janelle Leeson
- Cat Writers' Association Certificate of Excellence winner
- Published in Reader's Digest, Forbes, PetMD, Insider, Daily Paws, NBC Universal and The Family Handyman
- Print publications include DotDash Meredith's Paw Print and Centennial Media's Inside Your Cat's Mind and Inside Your Dog's Mind
- Cat foster mom of more than 50 cats and kittens over the past five years
Experience
Janelle began writing in 2020 as a passion project to share how and where to travel with cats, and soon after, she traded in her decade-long career as a biologist to become a full-time journalist. She has written hundreds of articles about cat and dog health and behavior, and has tested dozens of pet products, regularly contributing to top-tier publications including Reader's Digest, Forbes, PetMD, Insider, Daily Paws and NBC Universal. She has also been published in Paw Print magazine, Inside Your Cat's Mind and Inside Your Dog's Mind, and is a three-time Cat Writers' Association Certificate of Excellence winner.
Education
University of Akron, Ohio
BS, Biology
Articles
12 Ugly Dogs That Will Win Your Heart
Not every dog has a perfectly groomed and fluffy coat, but even ugly dogs are adorable—and make the perfect addition to a loving home
20 Lazy Dogs That Are Expert Nappers
Looking for a dog that prefers snuggle time over leash time? These adorable lazy dogs understand the value of an afternoon spent snoozing on the sofa.