The Dog Writers Association of America’s annual writing contest is open for entries! Journalists, authors, bloggers, photographers, illustrators and editors can compete in a variety of categories for the coveted Maxwell Medallion, named for dog writing legend Maxwell Riddle. The DWAA Annual Writing Contest opened July 9 and closes Sept. 7, 2018. Finalists will be announced in early December on … Read More
Atlas
By Nikolas Anthony Klimenko, age 9 Atlas so kind, always sweet and happy. When someone was happy, Atlas waggled. When someone suffered, Atlas suffered and, Always tried to make it better. His joy, happiness, and love were as contagious as pink eye. We must respect him as we respect Mother Nature. He always loved to walk in our neighborhood and … Read More
Jen Reeder named Power of Pink Honoree by Germinder + Associates
Journalist Reeder Named #Germinder20 #PowerofPinkHonoree Honoree Story Focuses On A Family Legacy of Journalism & Storytelling (Kansas City, MO and New York – July 2, 2018) Germinder + Associates has named Jen Reeder, journalist and president of the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) as the sixth #Germinder20 #PowerofPinkHonoree and the first journalist to receive the award. The announcement comes … Read More
Message from DWAA President Jen Reeder in Response to the Capital Gazette Shooting
I’ve been reeling from the journalists being gunned down in Maryland and I’m sure all of you have been, too. I just want to send love and support to all of our members and colleagues. The work we do writing about dogs and our communities is important. Keep up the good work.
What I’ve Learned from Smudge, Lola, and Dewey
By: Kendle Frank, 16 Parker, Colorado Dogs have been humanity’s loyal companions for thousands of years. They’ve been my best friends since I was 2 years old. I can’t remember a time when canines weren’t a part of my life and one of my greatest passions. All my friends thought I was strange when I was a kid because instead … Read More
A Passion for Helping Pooches
By Jayson Kimberly 12 years old Montgomery, Texas When I first saw Booker in a Facebook post, he was in bad shape. His leg was bloody, and he looked very sad. He was a stray who had been attacked by other dogs and shot with a pellet gun. I decided to try to help him using funds raised through two … Read More
Full Circle
by Daly Dodsworth My name is Daly Dodsworth, and I am thirteen years old. Three and a half years ago, I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, an incurable disease caused by the failure of the pancreas by the immune system. Upon being diagnosed, I was in the hospital for three days. I was scared and away from my friends … Read More
Germinder Renews as Dog Writers Association of America’s Agency of Record
Exciting news: Once again, Germinder & Associates has been named agency of record for the esteemed Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA). Founded in 1935 by eight editors and publishers invited to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the DWAA has become the most recognized professional writing association devoted to man’s best friend. DWAA President Jen Reeder said she is … Read More
Registration is still open for the Cat Writers’ Association conference!
Our friends at CWA have a terrific schedule lined up for the 2018 CWA Conference, capped by their awards banquet. The event takes place June 7-9 in Houston and is open to members and non-members alike! For more information, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cat-writers-association-2018-conference-registration-37850706482
Dr. Marty Becker’s new book is out!
Dr. Marty Becker inspired DWAA members with his rousing keynote address at DWAA’s Awards Banquet earlier this year … now he’s going to inspire readers with his new book “From Fearful to Fear Free: A Positive Program to Free Your Dog From Anxieties, Fears, and Phobias.” It just came out today! Here’s more information he shared with us: Almost every … Read More