The Busy Month Of May
Just like that, or so it seems, it’s May. When I was last here blogging we were sharing quality time with family. The dogs were enjoying the company of cousin Chester. The weather was...
Just like that, or so it seems, it’s May. When I was last here blogging we were sharing quality time with family. The dogs were enjoying the company of cousin Chester. The weather was...
I am soon heading to the UK to join friends at the biggest ever All About Dogs Show in Newbury Showground. Held over two days – Easter Sunday and Monday, 17-18 April – the...
When I adopted Susie-Belle 10 years ago I never imagined I’d ever be doing what I am now. Running a charity in her memory. A charity which is entirely reliant on volunteers and the...
A tiny dog sits in the palm of a gorilla. Neither animal seems to notice the other. It’s the same with the bear when another tiny dog stands beside its large right paw. Both...
I recently joined broadcaster Anna Webb for an episode of her popular podcast ‘A Dog’s Life’. Anna and I chatted about Schnauzerfest, Susie-Belle, living in France and of course puppy farming and how hard...
I’m always heartened by the incredible depth of support that Schnauzerfest attracts. It’s not just people who have adopted dogs who support the charity. Very far from it. But when someone has and shares...
October is the busiest month of the year for Schnauzerfest and it’s always a productive and fun time. Even last year when COVID-19 messed up plans, we adapted. I am so glad we did....
Walking the dogs has been part of our daily routine since we first brought Jasmine home as a puppy 25 years ago. When we adopted Susie-Belle, exactly 10 years ago, she was a dog...
It’s here! Today I received my author copies of my new book. It’s an exciting time for a writer, unpacking a parcel and seeing for the first time the result of thousands of hours...
Drawing from years of accumulated experience and insights from many people, the book is a distillation of tips and information.