From this skillful use of words are parallels easily drawn to the sport of purebred dog competition. Corresponding in a reminiscent way of olden days when this sport was an uncommon privilege. In a measure, the sport once was a benefit enjoyed by certain persons beyond the advantages of most.
In my mediation practice I find that many of my clients are eager to immediately speak up, just not to the people who most need to hear what they have to say. They want to avoid direct confrontation yet fuel its fire by speaking to others outside the situation who support their point of view.
I wonder just how many times I or my hunting dog-owning pals have uttered that phrase, always as a prelude to recounting some action that seemed perfectly good, sane and sensible at the time but ultimately resulted in total disaster.
By Amy Fernandez Decades of negative publicity hasn’t curtailed consumer demand for pet shop puppies. That irresistible window display remains an unfailing lure for customers. Predictably, a few moments of bonding with a cuddly pup seals the deal. Impulse buying is a key component of this business and a major reason for buyer remorse. However, […]
On March 25th the dog world lost famed handler Bob Bartos. Although he formally retired in the 1970s his sharp observations, invaluable advice, and priceless recollections profoundly influenced the sport until his death at age 100.
Over 150 years later, the name Stonehenge still inspires respect in the dog world. Dr. John Henry Walsh continues to be regarded as the first, as well as one of the greatest authorities to emerge from a crowed field of 19th century dog experts. He made prodigious contributions, but he wasn’t perfect.
I started showing dogs when I was only eight years old. My first dog was my grandparents’ Pembroke Welsh Corgi, which I showed in the conformation ring. I was committed to the Animal Inn Training Center; I would attend class every Tuesday night. That is where I learned all the skills that formed me into the handler I am today. In addition to lessons in handling,
Their initial petition for AKC recognition didn’t exactly get a warm welcome from the studbook committee…which Watson then headed. After numerous applications, vehement objections from bulldog and bull terrier fanciers, and ostensible misgivings of the studbook committee, AKC relented and accepted the Boston Terrier in 1893.
By Amy Fernandez Courtroom reality shows offer a fascinating glimpse of dog ownership in America. It’s no secret that animal-related cases reliably draw viewers. But the situations profiled on these shows range from ludicrous to sublime. A recent episode portrayed a rare takedown of a meddling, self-righteous individual that’s unfortunately become a pervasive presence in […]
By Pilar Kuhn It is not uncommon to hear that breeders treat bitches with antibiotics prior to and for a short stint after breeding, no matter what the breed. Although there are a few different antibiotics that can effectively treat bacteria in the urinary tract, do you really need to use one on your bitch? […]
