Lessons from the Experts – The Dachshund
We all have stories we have been told, but cannot reveal the source. Here is one of those stories that has to be told. Unfortunately, we can’t reveal the storyteller.
“Author Archive”
Looking Around With Lee – The Downside of Social Media
This month I deviate from my usual State of the Breed column. It has come to my attention that we have a situation in our sport that, contrary to popular belief, is extremely detrimental to our well-being! (at least in my humble opinion)
The Shetland Sheepdog – Courting Controversy
Courting Controversy For Over 100 Years. The gorgeous Sheltie is a breed that has recently been the subject of quite a bitter controversy here in the UK.
Train Like an Athlete – Success in the Juniors Ring
Twenty minutes of focused training (on stacking, baiting, or gaiting, etc.) will be a far better use of time and will make training more sustainable. It will also serve to dramatically increase your handling proficiency. Additionally, it will be much easier to keep your ring partner interested and focused with shorter sessions.
The 411 on Leasing a Brood Bitch
Possibly, receiving the cue from ongoing economic down- trends, some longtime breeders and relative newcomers find themselves employing a unique accord to produce their next generation of champions.
In the Eyes of the Artist – The Beagle
Fourteenth-century engravers, 18th-century painters and yesterday’s photographers all show us dogs as seen through their eyes. Their work is an enlightening way to follow the development of breeds and how they were seen…
Charles Self – A Life in Sporting Dogs
The skillful handling of dogs can’t be learned from books. Knowledge is gained from mentors and observation; skill develops with practice and experience. To have a career as a professional handler requires much more than handling skill and rapport with the dogs—it requires the ability to build trust with clients, as well as the business acumen to turn what is a hobby for many into a livelihood.
Current Research Advances in Veterinary Medicine
Osteosarcoma is the most common primary bone tumor in dogs. The prognosis for long-term survival is poor, with less than 18 months survival even with tumor removal and chemotherapy. Now a new vaccine used in conjunc- tion with these therapies appears to significantly increase survival time.
Take The Lead – The Mission Is Clear
Christmas day of 2016 started as an ordinary day in sunny Florida. Hot coffee, gifts opened and some relaxing down time on Facebook.
Table Talk Live with Bill McFadden Before His Big Win!
A big congratulations to Flynn and Bill McFadden! Table Talk shared a special moment on the streets of NYC with Bill before his win. Be sure to turn up the volume and listen to Bill’s moving story.
