Colleen Kilday

Colleen Kilday is a technical writer and reporter based in Washington D.C. A graduate of George Mason University, her work has appeared in a variety of lifestyle and industry publications. Her previous work has covered topics in aviation, animals, health and wellbeing, and current events.

Pets

Americans prefer dogs to cats as pets by a wide margin, according to the data

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Pets

Learn about what service dogs can do, and what it takes to certify and protect them

Young girl in wheelchair hugs a service dog.

Business & Economy

The 5 most common AI capabilities adopted by businesses, and how they may impact employees

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Health

9 lives and more? 60 years of groundbreaking medical advancements have improved cat health and longevity.

Cat sitting on medical table with woman vet.

Pets

Despite more dogs finding their forever homes, here's why shelters are experiencing a capacity crisis

Two people carrying small dogs.

Business & Economy

Why more businesses are offering loyalty programs

Pile of advantage loyalty shopping cards.

Pets

Americans are projected to spend $700M on Halloween costumes for their pets. Here are this year's most popular getups.

Cute dog wearing pumpkin costume surrounded by Halloween decor.

Education

With student loan forgiveness programs in limbo, here's how some borrowers may find relief

Students wear graduation gowns outside of the White House.

Pets

More dogs, fewer babies: What's guiding the shifts in pet ownership and parenting in American households?

Four small dogs in a stroller.

World

How preferred communication methods vary in different countries

Woman walking outdoors wearing a hat and talking on cell phone.