Melissa & Yuki and Rocket

Who is in the photo at right?That’s me, Melissa. I’m just a girl from Texas. I’m a mom to a precocious daughter and wife to a brave soldier. I like to think of myself as a domestic goddess: I love to cook, bake, and craft.The white schnauzer is Yuki, she’s a 1 year old female. The salt and pepper schnauzer is Rocket, he’s a male and 4 ½ months old.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Yuki

Kristina Riggle & Lucky

FROM THE ARCHIVES:Back in the Summer of 2009, writer and occasional freelance journalist Kristina Riggle and her dog Lucky were guests at Coffee with Canine.Part of the Q & A:How did Lucky come to be united with you?I was initially against getting a dog. I was always a cat person, and anyway, I felt I had my hands plenty full with our toddler and older son. But I relented after my book deal,

Carol Colquhoun & Stella and Rory

Who is in the photo at right?My name is Carol Colquhoun. I am a Childcare worker. My dogs are Stella, a five month old English Cocker Spaniel and Rory, a three month old Great Dane.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?I have been enjoying two weeks holiday and my husband and I went to our local Deli for a coffee with the pups, to help socialise them.What's brewing?We enjoyed a

Chris Knopf & Sam

FROM THE ARCHIVES:Back in the Summer of 2009, author Chris Knopf and Samuel Beckett, a soft-coated Wheaten terrier ("not a schnauzer or a cock-a-poodle, as some have alleged") were guests at Coffee with Canine.Part of the Q & A:What is Sam’s nationality?He’s a Canadian, born in Toronto. This evidences itself in his generally easy-going nature, resistance to intense cold and preference for

Charity Dennington & Katie and Louie

Who is in the photo at right?That's me, Charity Dennington, with 4-year-old Newfoundland Dog, Katie, on the day she first qualified in Advanced Rally Obedience. You can tell we were both quite proud of ourselves.I am a purchasing manager and database programmer, but my main passion is my family which besides Katie includes my husband, Gary; our 3-year-old Newfoundland, Louie; and our daughter

Jenny Hubbard & Oliver

Who is in the photo at right?Jenny Hubbard, a young-adult novelist, with Oliver, a seven-year-old Schnoodle (a Schnauzer-poodle mix).What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Every morning in bed, Oliver, my husband, and I have coffee while we read or listen to NPR. My husband prepares it: Starbucks Verona with “steamy milk,” as we call it.How were you and Oliver united?I saw his face on a

Danette Haworth & Casey

Who is in the photo at right?That's me, Danette Haworth, and my dog, Casey. I'm a published author living in Orlando, Florida with my family. My novels, for middle-grade readers, include Violet Raines Almost Got Struck by Lightning, The Summer of Moonlight Secrets, Me & Jack, and Two Flavors of Lucky (title might change, due 2012/2013).A high-climbing cat named Jinx wends her way through the

Lauren B. Davis & Bailey

Who is in the photo at right?My name is Lauren B. Davis, that’s my dog, Bailey. Bailey, about 2 years old – I’m not quite sure as he didn’t come with much history. And as for breed, I was told he’s a cockapoo, but I suspect some bichon frise, and a fair amount of terrier, as is evidenced by his desire to chase everything that moves in our garden – squirrels, ground hogs, rabbits, deer, and

Anna Sheehan & Madra and Finbar

Who is in the photo at right?The one in the middle is Anna Sheehan. I’m a YA author whose debut book, A Long, Long Sleep, just came out August ninth of this year. My lovely little dogs are Madra and Finbar, my Irish Wolfhounds. Finbar is a little over a year and a half – Madra about two years.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Early morning in the garden at my ranch, Wolfstead. Have to

Sally Nicoll & Dow Jones

Who is in the photo at right?I’m Sally Nicoll, author of two books. The first, Bets and the City, is a comedy memoir of my short but spectacularly disastrous attempt to make a fortune trading stocks and shares. My debut thriller, The Power Behind The Throne, poses the question: What if the genuine heir to the Throne of England were a student from Seattle? Standing in front of me in the photo

Peter Abrahams & Audrey

Who is in the photo at right?That’s me, Peter Abrahams - known as Spencer Quinn when it comes to the Chet and Bernie series – with my dog, Audrey, who has no other name. Audrey’s six years old, half Bernese and half Golden Retriever. She’s very strong, quite smart, kind of willful. Audrey has her own ways. For example, the wind scares her but she has to be outdoors if it’s windy. I’m somewhat

Elizabeth Park & Butters

Who is in the photo at right?That's me, Elizabeth Park, with Butters who is an 8-month-old, 4-pound male yorkie poo. As for me, I'm a Manhattan transplant now living in Boston. I moved here 2 years ago after working for 6 years in NYC as a stock analyst at a major investment bank. Now I'm a stay at home wife and mom (just Butters, for now).What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Butters and

Nicole & Jet and Abby

Who is in the photo at right?My name is Nicole AKA MinnChica from The Book Pushers Blog. My two dogs are Jet (the black lab) and Abby (the mutt). Trying to get them to sit still for a picture is virtually impossible… But I tried.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Honestly, just you! I’m not a big coffee drinker, but every morning when I sit down with my juice or water to catch up on

Kathy & Sophie

Who is in the photo at right?

It's me, Kathy aka Frau, and my Sophie.

Sophie is a five-year-old Wire Fox Terrier. We have recently returned to USA after living abroad in Germany for two years.

In Germany Sophie was a rock star, everywhere we went she drew attention -- they love their dogs and especially their Terriers!

What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?

Sophie is an early raiser

Gerry Bartlett & Jet

Gerry Bartlett, in the photo at right I recognize you and Jet from the last time you appeared here on the blog.

Back then you were drinking diet soda and eating a fruit and granola bar, and Jet was enjoying Liv-a-Snaps treats. What's new, and what are feasting on today in celebration of your latest Glory St. Clair, Real Vampires book?

Jet and I are very happy that I have a new book out—Real