358 – September, 2012 By MaryBeth Gokee Cathleen S. Cline, of Los Angeles, CA has owned and loved dogs since childhood. Because she shows her dogs actively, she would hear about families having a difficult time meeting medical expenses for their pets, and he knew she wanted to help out. This passion led Cline […]
To read the complete article click here 282 – September, 2012 By William Given In the July issue we looked at how very important juniors are to the future, even the continued existence, of the sport of purebred dogs. I addressed the need we have to actively recruit juniors and where we might be able to find the […]
HSVMA is playing hardball when it comes to recruitment. Growing numbers of vet school graduates may become aligned with this philosophy even though it directly conflicts with their professional imperatives – go figure. But from now on, I intend to get a clear read on this issue before I lay my money down for any professional vet opinion. I’m also sharing this frightening story with puppy buyers when they ask my advice on choosing a vet.
Albert Einstein is credited with having said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Whether Einstein actually made this statement or, as some have suggested, it came from Benjamin Franklin or neither of these renowned gentlemen ever said any such thing, it sounds a lot like something that easily could have come from the mouth of frustrated dog owners trying to finish a title on their pooch.
One would expect that the number of puppies entered that day would double but, from my observations, this is never the case. Also, consider the same club in the middle of the circuit that decides to lower their entry fee by one dollar. Again, my observations show the increase in entries is negligible and, in fact, the club may be throwing away over $1,000 dollars, or more, depending upon the size of the entry.
To read the complete article click here 270 – September, 2012 text and illustrations by Ria Hörter When we speak of avalanches, we think of countries with high mountains – Switzerland, Austria, the Czech Republic, northern Italy and the Scandinavian countries – and areas in North and South America. Roads and tunnels have been built […]
There have been cultural changes and the manner of preparation has undergone alteration. A compromising of that which is substantive is frequently evident. Preparedness clearly differs a great deal and hence the resulting level of competence. Learning curves do, of course, vary considerably and the ability to effectively and intelligently apply acquired knowledge obviously differs among individuals.
It is hard to imagine that AKC can’t find another venue at a different time of year so as to not conflict with ADSJ’s Institute, the latter of which is held in such high esteem by so many of us for offering what we feel to be an incredible “bang for the buck.”
by Lisa Dubé Forman To read the complete article click here 226 – September, 2012 In Part One of this article we discussed the importance of the greyhound and its genre breeds flexible, curvaceous lines as compared to the Ibizan Hound. Moreover, how one achieves such beautiful, greyhound-like toplines. Part One’s lesson was the elementary […]
106 – September, 2012 by Kimberly Silva Garrett 1. What made you decide to become a judge? I love it! I believe it’s a continuation of the learning experience. You can put all you’ve learned to the test and continue learning. The world looks very different in the middle of the ring than being an […]
