Most people undoubtedly agree that good sportsmanship contributes to a positive dog show/trial experience. But do fewer people think about sportsmanship when they compete these days?
Sportsmanship at Rally and Obedience Trials
To Record or Not to Record
Before recording an interview, writers may want to consider the pros and cons of doing so. Will a recorder make their subjects less forthcoming with information?
Winter Hiking with Dogs in Arizona
Want to ditch your snowshoes this winter and travel to Arizona to hike with Fido on bare ground? Read on for some tips to make that desert hike a safe and rewarding experience.
Making That Interview Happen
Freelance writers may need to interview people even before they sell their article or book. Does the lack of a publisher impede their ability to land interviews?
The Flip Side of Christmas Puppies
A Christmas pup sounds endearing but may torpedo your festive holiday plans. Read on for tips to make an informed and wise decision as to when your new furry family member should join your household.
Tracking Down People to Interview
Tracking down people to interview (or even to find lost friends) can be frustrating and time consuming if you lack current contact information. But the internet provides resources to aid in the search for the hard-to-find person.
Trekking in the Dolomites
Our fifty-mile trek in Italy’s Dolomite Mountains this September left me with images of beautiful countryside and impressive looking mountains. But I took away much more: a greater understanding and respect for our country’s Tenth Mountain Division soldiers. My husband Dave and I started our trek with twelve other hikers, plus two Italian guides, in […]
Training Dogs in Rural Areas
Dog training opportunities in rural areas often are limited. But there are ways to find others who want to train and maybe even show their canines. Read on for a few suggestions.
Accessing Law Enforcement and Court Records
Writers of several genres may find useful information in law enforcement records and court files when they research a particular individual or specific incident. Read this post for a few tips to make your research a bit easier!
Researching a Litter
Take time to do a bit of research about a litter of purebred puppies before you visit them so you can objectively decide whether one of the cute pups may be your near perfect puppy.