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Shannon Cutts

“Fast and fantastic freelance writing”

Pet & People Blogger, Freelance Copywriter, Ghostwriter, Author

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shannon @ shannoncutts.com

Subject Matter Expertise

• Pets (Exotic Animals, Companion Animals, Wild Animals, Nature, Animal Communication)
• People (Relationships, Careers, Spirituality, Health, Mentoring)
• Places (Travel, Life)
• Professional (Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Finance, IT, Writing)
• Possibilities (Ask me if you don’t see your topic listed here)

Education

• Bachelors of Business Administration, The University of Texas at Austin; Concentration: Marketing

Current & Recent Clients

• PetGuide.com
• OSM Online Sales & Marketing
• Anything German Shepherd
• The Happy Puppy Site
• The Labrador Site
• Anything Rottweiler
• Totally Dog Training
• ABCPuppyZs Mini Goldendoodles
• Squeaks & Nibbles
• Dogs.net: The Wonderful World of Dogs
• Animal Hub
• The Happy Cat Site
• Beyond Words
• Writers Weekly
• Be A Freelance Blogger
• The Krazy Coupon Lady
• PsychCentral
• Text Link Brokers
• Southlake Counseling Center
• The Writers Network
• The Dollar Stretcher
• The Feel Better Network
• Eating Disorders Recovery Today
• Eating Disorders Hope
• Media Shower
• The National Cockatiel Society Journal

Publication Credits

Books

• Author, Waffles & More: A Love & Feathers Recipe Book
• Author, Love & Feathers: what a palm-sized parrot has taught me about life, love, and healthy self-esteem 
• Author, Beating Ana: How to Outsmart Your Eating Disorder and Take Your Life Back  
• CD Producer: You Are Not Alone: The Book of Companionship for Women With Eating Disorders, Vol 2 
• Contributor, Ed Says U Said: Eating Disorder Translator 
• Contributor, The Diary Healer: Using Writing as a Therapy for Eating Disorders Recovery 

Blogs & Websites

• PetGuide.com “Ask the Animal Communicator” semi-monthly column
• Animal Love Languages animal communication blog with Shannon
• Animal Love Languages: animal communication + Reiki for pets
• ShannonCutts.com: Love + Feathers + Shells + Writing + Recovery + Life
• Love & Feathers & Shells: a cockatiel, tortoise, box turtle & their girl
• MentorCONNECT: where relationships replace eating disorders
• The Huffington Post “Mentoring” Blog

PETS – Writing Samples

Dogs

• PetGuide.com’s Ask the Animal Communicator: Why Does My Dog Bark So Much?
• Best Dog Backpacks – Get Your Dog to Help Carry the Load
• Are Female Rottweilers Good Guard Dogs: Does Gender Matter in a Protection Dog?
• Why Is My Dog Not Eating And What Should I Do?
• Do Dutch Shepherds Shed: the Long, Short and Hairy Truth
• Big White Dog Breeds – 12 Big White Dogs From Around the World
• Saarlos Wolfdog – A Really Wild Pet
• Do German Shepherds Bark A Lot? Your Guide to GSD Barking
• How Much Does a Puppy Cost to Buy and Keep?
• Pom Terrier – The Pomeranian Terrier Mixed Breed
• Great Names for Female Puppies
• 4 Ways to Save on Toys Your Pets Will Love
• Best Dog Activity Monitors for Keeping Tabs on Your Pet’s Fitness
• Best Large Dog Beds
• Lemon Beagle Facts
• Best Food for French Bulldogs
• Can Dogs Eat Broccoli?
• Best Puppy Food – A Guide to Choosing A Good Dog Food For Your Pup
• Why Dog Puzzles Are the Perfect Replacement For Rawhides
• Healthy Dog Treats That Will Make Your Pup Go “Woof!”
• Puppy Crates for Puppies With Separation Anxiety
• The Quest for a Truly Indestructible Dog Toy
• Me, My Dog & I: When Your Furry Companion Is Also Your Best Friend

Birds

• Cockatiels as Pets – Will They Be Your Perfect Pet?
• Lovebird Lifespan – How Long Do Lovebirds Live?
• Best Cage for Cockatiel – Find the Best Cockatiel Cage for Your Friend
• What Do Lovebirds Eat? The Best Food For Lovebirds
• How Much Do Parrotlets Cost?
• DIY Parrot Toys – Simple, Fun And Easy To Make Ideas
• Best Cockatiel Toys For Keeping Feathered Friends Entertained
• How Much Does a Sun Conure Cost?
• Chicken Names – 220 Adorable Ideas for Naming Perfect Poultry

Cats

• Calico Cat Names – 250 Great Ideas for Naming Your Calico Kitten
• Cat Quotes – 35 of the Best Cat Quotes for Every Cat Lover
• When Do Cats Stop Growing – A Complete Kitten Growth Guide 
• How to Clean a Cat’s Ears – A Guide to Cleaning Cat Ear Wax and Dirt
• Smartest Cat Breed Revealed – Do You Have a Clever Cat?
• Cat Dry Skin – Causes and Cures for Cat Dry Skin and Allergies
• Fluffy Cat Breeds – Discover the Fluffiest Kitties Around the World!
• Best Cat Food for Older Cats – Choosing the Right Senior Cat Food
• Why Does My Cat Knead Me? 
• Cat Love Bites – Why Do They Do That? 
• How Long Can You Leave A Cat Alone? Days to Weeks – Where is the Cut Off?

Small Pets

• How Big Do Guinea Pigs Get? A Guinea Pig Size Guide
• DIY Guinea Pig Toys – The Best Guinea Pig Toys You Can Make
• Short Haired Guinea Pig Breeds
• Best Rodent Pet – Your Top 10 Tiny Cuties
• Best Rat Cages – Find The Right Home For Your Rat
• Violet Chinchilla – Fun Facts And Interesting Information
• 21 Hamster Safe Foods To Share With Your Tiny Friend
• Pony Names – 360 Amazing Ideas For Your Little Horse
• Chinchilla Vs Guinea Pig – Which Is The Best?
• How Many Babies Do Mice Have In A Litter And In Their Lifespan?
• Albino Ferret – What Their White Coat And Red Eyes Are Telling You
• Best Gerbil Bedding For Keeping Them Comfy And Cozy
• Do Rabbits Eat Grapes?
• Best Toys For Rabbits – Your Top 20 Rabbit Toys
• Do Hamsters Hibernate? A Guide to Hamster Hibernation
• Wild Hamsters And Their Habitat – Where Do Hamsters Come From?
• Can Ferrets Swim? A Guide To Ferret Swimming
• Treats For Ferrets – Choosing The Best Ferret Treats

Turtles & Tortoises

• Everything You Need to Know About Box Turtle Hibernation
• Caring for Your Red-Eared Slider Turtle
• Red Footed Tortoise Diet – What To Feed Your Pet
• What Do Turtles Eat: A Nutritional Guide 
• The Ultimate Guide to Feeding Your Box Turtle
• Sick Turtle: Does My Tortoise Need a Vet?
• Box Turtle Pet Facts – 22 Amazing Things About Box Turtles
• Should You Get a Box Turtle for a Pet?
• Box Turtle Basics: Facts To Get You Started
• The Difference in Turtles and Tortoises As Pets

Reptiles & Fish

• What Do Corn Snakes Eat – The Best Food For Your Snake
• How to Care for A Bearded Dragon – A Simple Bearded Dragon Care Guide
• Is A Pet Gecko The Right Choice For You?
• Cool Fish Names – The Best Names For Funky, Fabulous Fish Owners

PEOPLE – Writing Samples

• A Neat New Way to Work With Emotional Energy
• I Hate You (You Hurt Me)
• How to Respond When Someone Shares Their Personal Story
• 4 Strategic Breathing Techniques That Never Fail
• Yes, You Can Meditate in Bed (and 4 Other Unusual Ways to Meditate)
• Where to Go When You Don’t Know Where to Go
• You Deserve Better
• 10 Reasons Having Kids May Not Be for You
• The Sheep, the Wolf, and the Sheepdog
• All About That Bass – Or Is It?
• Why I’m Glad I’m Not Famous Like Megan Fox & Jodie Foster
• Lady Gaga, Naso-Gastric Tubes and My Commitment
• How to Be a Good Mentor
• Mentoring as an Essential Component of Recovery
• Making the Most of Mentoring to Achieve Your Goals
• I’ll Take You There: Mentoring as a Roadmap
• 7 Steps to Building a Quality Mentoring Partnership
• How to Be a Good Mentor
• Preliminary examination of a mentor-based program for eating disorders

PLACES – Writing Samples

• 5 Beginner Tips for Car Camping
• Explore the Great Outdoors in West Texas
• How to Refine Your Palate to Discover Wines You’ll Love
• Stemless vs. Stemmed Wine Glasses: Which Glassware is Right for You

PROFESSIONAL – Writing Samples

• How to Write and Publish a Book
• Slam Dunk! My Self-Published Book Has Already Earned More…
• 6 Crucial Freelance Lessons from Writing for Content Mills
• 3 Tips to Save Big on Bestselling Books
• Use Balance Transfers & Never Pay Credit Card Interest Again
• 3 Kinds of Donations That Give Back to You
• 3 Simple Steps to Organizing Your Couponing Strategy
• Branding During the 2020 Global Pandemic
• Want to Transition to a Remote Business Model? Don’t Do These 3 Things!
• Is Your Website Serving Your Customers Well? How to Know & What to Do

POSSIBILITIES

• Ask me if you don’t see your topic listed above here