
Megan Milstead
Megan is a Staff Writer at PetsRadar, covering features, reviews, deals, and buying guides. She has a wealth of experience caring for animals, having grown up with dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, and more throughout her life.
She’s particularly interested in pet happiness and behavior, which she loves to research in her spare time — you’ll often find her watching webinars on reactivity in dogs or researching cat body language. She loves going the extra mile for her cats, Chilli and Nala, who also help out with testing the best products for our buying guides (from automatic litter boxes and microchip cat flaps to everything in between!)
Megan studied BA Journalism at the University of Westminster, where she specialized in lifestyle journalism and was editor of Smoke Radio’s lifestyle website. She also graduated from West Herts College with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Journalism. She is currently completing a course in cat and dog behavior, run by the University of Edinburgh.
Before joining the PetsRadar family in 2023, she worked on the editorial team for Harrods Beauty and has spent most of her career writing for lifestyle titles, like Fit&Well, RunningShoesGuru, Licklist and Mr. After Party.
Megan works alongside qualified vets (like Dr. Woodnutt and Dr. Chandley), and accredited trainers (like Amanda Campion and Jan Barley) to ensure you get the best advice possible. She is passionate about finding accurate and helpful answers to your pet-related questions.
Latest articles by Megan Milstead

When is International Rabbit Day?
By Megan Milstead published
Fun facts Here are some fun ways to celebrate International Rabbit Day.

The 6 best cat carriers for keeping your kitty safe
By Megan Milstead last updated
Buying guide We've tested the best cat carriers to help you choose the right one.

How to stop a dog digging, according to an expert trainer
By Megan Milstead published
Behaviorist's guide Here's how to stop a dog digging, plus what this behavior really means.

Nederlandse Kooikerhondjes: Breed profile
By Megan Milstead published
Breed profile Everything you need to know about Nederlandse Kooikerhondjes.

How to make bird suet in 8 simple steps
By Megan Milstead, Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's Guide Here's how to make bird suet at home, according to an expert.

Got a reactive dog? Here's how to make walk time less stressful, according to a trainer
By Megan Milstead published
Trainer's Tips Here are 7 unconventional walking spots to avoid your dog's triggers.

How long do hamsters live? Life cycle of a domestic hamster
By Zara Gaspar last updated
Guide Wondering, ‘How long do hamsters live?’ We reveal the answer, plus how to give them a long and happy life.

Why do cats chase lasers?
By Megan Milstead published
Behaviorist's guide An expert reveals the reason, plus how to play with them safely.

Cat eating too fast? How to help if your cat overeats too quickly
By Chloe Petrylak last updated
Vet's Guide Is your cat eating too fast? Here are 10 ways to slow them down.

Why does my cat scratch the wall?
By Catherine Barnette DVM last updated
Vet's Guide Why does my cat scratch the wall? A vet shares five reasons for this behavior and how to stop it.

We tested the best joint supplements for dogs 2025
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested Looking for the best joint supplements for dogs? Here's a round-up of our top picks.

Cat nail clipping: When and how to cut cat nails at home
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide This step-by-step vet’s guide will make cat nail clipping easy.

How much water should my dog drink?
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Guide We answer, ‘How much water should my dog drink?’

We found the 6 best cat trees for cats who love to climb
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested These are the best cat trees, recommended by real pet parents.

Dog won’t stop barking? Causes and how to stop excessive barking
By Dr. Diana Hasler BVM&S MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide What to do if your dog won’t stop barking, according to a vet.

How long do cats live? A vet shares five tips to give them a long life
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide We asked a vet, ‘How long do cats live?’ The answer will surprise you.

What is a pet-friendly hotel?
By Megan Milstead published
Guide Wondering, 'What is a pet-friendly hotel?' Here's everything you need to know before your stay.

How long can rabbits go without food? A vet shares the answer
By Megan Milstead published
Vet's guide We asked an expert, 'How long can rabbits go without food? Here's what they recommend.

How to cat-proof your home in 12 easy steps
By Megan Milstead published
How to A complete guide on how to cat-proof your home.

Camping with your cat: what to pack and how to do it safely
By Megan Milstead published
Guide Want to go camping with your cat? Make sure you read these top tips first.

When is it too hot to walk your dog?
By Dr. Diana Hasler BVM&S MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide When is it too hot to walk your dog? We asked an expert to find out.

Eight tips on what to feed birds from your garden
By Cynthia Lawrence last updated
Advice We explain what to feed birds from your garden (and how to avoid attracting pests).

Want to improve your dog’s behavior? This one simple tip will change everything
By Megan Milstead published
Follow this easy tip to boost your dog's behavior.
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