Melissa L. Kauffman

I'm a print and digital content creator and editor with years of experience editing, writing, creating, people and content management. I've trained under the best editors and digital marketers, plus constantly update my skill set. I believe work should be fun and that great content makes everyone's life better. I love to write about anything and everything, including travel, people, pets and company profiles. I also have a lot of experience with product testing, write-ups, and sponsored content. 

A veteran pet industry journalist, I've covered pets, their people and the industry for 30 years. There’s almost no type of pet service my pets haven’t tried and pet products I haven't tested while working for various magazines and websites, from dog, cat, bird, fish and reptile to small critters. When not working, my husband, three dogs, two parrots and I travel the U.S. in our RV.

Contact me at elmelkauffman@gmail.com.

Product Testing

More than 20 years of product-testing experience. I've written and edited product-testing articles for both print and online, including creating product-testing criteria and have product tested for companies and websites.

My Latest Work

BeChewy •

10 Best Dog Collars in 2025, Tested and Reviewed

During testing, collars were rated on the following criteria: fit, functionality, durability, ease of use, and attractiveness.Picking the best dog collar for your individual pooch can make all the difference in your daily lives. To help you choose the best dog collar, we spoke to certified dog trainer Irith Bloom, CPDT-KSA, and then assembled a group of trainers and editors to carefully review 21 of Chewy’s best-selling and best-rated dog collars, putting them to the test in real-world condition.