Jen Reeder is the past President of the Dog Writers Association of America. She is a dog lover and dog writer to her core. Jen is also the force behind the Rio Award. Each year,…

The sold-out DWAA banquet and awards gala takes place on Sunday, February 9, 2020. With well over $14,000 in cash prizes to be given out, we are celebrating by shining the spotlight on our amazing…

With over $14,000 in award monies to give out, the Dog Writers Association could not do this without the generosity of our special awards sponsors. The winners will be revealed at the DWAA’s annual banquet…

Each year, the Dog Writers Association of America awards over $14,000 in special sponsor monies to dog writers at our annual banquet and event. This year, the banquet is being held on Sunday, February 9,…

If you are considering membership to the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA), one of the key questions you likely have is about member benefits. Since taking office as the President of DWAA in February…

A special dog helps a young girl leap into life.I was shy, introverted, and reticent. I was the kid that glared back or started crying when someone in public would try to make to me…