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Founder & Lead Editor

Kayla Mulkey

Kayla Mulkey is the founder and lead editor of MyBreedPick. She built the site after her own experience navigating the overwhelming and inconsistent world of breed information online — and finding that no single resource helped her actually decide.

Kayla leads MyBreedPick's editorial team in researching every breed profile from primary sources including the AKC, FCI, and breed parent clubs, with a focus on giving future and current pet owners the clear, honest information they need to make confident decisions. MyBreedPick does not provide veterinary or medical advice.

89 published pieces

Bloodhound dog

Dog breed

Bloodhound Breed Profile

The finest nose in the dog world attached to a gentle, stubborn, slobbering giant with no road sense whatsoever. Superb for the…

29 September 2026
Bichon Frise

Dog breed

Bichon Frise Breed Profile

A genuinely cheerful, gentle-mannered companion whose good nature is the breed's defining trait — offset by a curly coat that is high…

28 September 2026
West Highland White Terrier

Dog breed

West Highland White Terrier Breed Profile

A confident, funny, genuinely sturdy small terrier that suits owners who want personality over compliance — but skin disease is so common…

26 September 2026
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Comparison

German Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois: Which Breed Suits Your Life?

German Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois: honest comparison of energy, training, grooming, and health to help you pick the right breed for your…

26 September 2026
french bulldog,

Comparison

French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier: Which Breed Suits Your Life?

French Bulldog vs Boston Terrier: honest comparison of cost, energy, health, and temperament to help you pick the right small companion for…

25 September 2026
cavalier king

Breed pick

Best Dog Breeds for Families With Young Children (And the Trade-Offs Nobody Mentions)

Honest, research-backed breed picks for families with kids under 8 — with real trade-offs, not breed boosterism. Match a dog to your…

24 September 2026
maine coone

Comparison

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Cat: Which Breed Suits Your Life?

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Cat: two big, fluffy cats with different personalities. Compare size, grooming, temperament, and health to find your…

23 September 2026
ragdoll cat

Comparison

Ragdoll vs Birman: Which Breed Suits Your Life?

Ragdoll or Birman? Both are gentle blue-eyed cats, but they differ in size, coat care, and temperament. Here's how to pick the…

22 September 2026
russian blue cat,

Breed pick

Best Cat Breeds for First-Time Owners: 7 Honest Picks

Seven cat breeds that tend to forgive first-time-owner mistakes — with honest trade-offs on grooming, attention needs, and vocal habits.

21 September 2026
Shiba Inu

Dog breed

Shiba Inu Breed Profile

A clean, compact, strikingly handsome primitive breed with the independence of a cat and the recall of a rumor. Wonderful for owners…

20 September 2026