Monday 31 October 2011

Delonna Zion & Skoobie

Who is in the photo at right?My name is Delonna Zion and this is my dog Skoobie. He's a senior Maltese- 10 or 11 years old. He's my canine companion during the week while my husband works. Also, I have two feline companions. Unfortunately, I haven't worked since 2005 as current back problems have gradually gotten worse since that year. So, I'm a housewife and constant companion to my

Friday 28 October 2011

Robert Lange & Porter

Who is in the photo at right?I'm Robert Lange, painter and owner of Robert Lange Studios, a gallery in downtown Charleston, and this is Porter, a nine-year-old Cairn Terrier.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?I'm painting for my show and Porter and coffee are my two companions.In true artist form, there is never a "reason" to drink coffee, coffee fuels an artist's veins.What's brewing?I

Thursday 27 October 2011

Kelly Dean Jolley & Ahab and Sadie

FROM THE ARCHIVES:From a 2009 Q & A with philosophy professor Kelly Dean Jolley and his pit bulls, Ahab and Sadie:Physicists have Schrödinger’s cat. Do philosophers have a particular, famous dog?I can’t think of a named dog that plays a role in philosophy. (Arthur Schopenhauer was famous for his daily walks with his poodle, Atma.) However, dogs do grace some important pages of philosophy in

Wednesday 26 October 2011

Nancy Anderson & Rupert

Who is in the photo at right?Well, that’s me, Nancy Anderson (dog herbalist/artist/hiker), with Rupert, a six-year-old Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Since I’m distracted by anything and everything at home, I go to my local cafĂ© (True Grounds) to study and/or write about the application of medicinal herbs in treating health conditions in dogs. Rupert’s

Tuesday 25 October 2011

Barbara Techel & Frankie

FROM THE ARCHIVES:From a 2009 Q & A with Barbara Techel, author of Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog, and her sweet dachshund, Frankie:How did Frankie come to be united with you?Well looking back I believe it was meant to be that Frankie became mine. I could not explain a good reason why I wanted a dachshund to my husband when he said, “Why do you want a wiener dog?” All I could say is, “I just

Monday 24 October 2011

Alonna & Bella, Tonka, and Kimbrey

Who is in the photo at right?That’s me, Alonna, and I currently work in Social Media Marketing while finishing up a Business degree. I’m luckily married to my high school sweetheart and wonderful dog-dad, Luke, who shares the same passion for helping others as I do.The pretty girl I’m holding in the picture is Bella, who is the baby of the pack. Tonka (black and white) and Kimbrey (brindle) are

Friday 21 October 2011

Ruth G. Zavitsanos & Pebbles and Rocky

Who is in the photo at right?This photo is of me, Ruth G. Zavitsanos and my "canine kids." I'm an author and behind me on the wall are my framed book covers. Sitting, oh so affectionately looking my way, is our black lab/border collie, Pebbles, and the little guy I'm holding is Rocky, a Miniature Australian Shepherd.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?My latest children's chapter book,

Thursday 20 October 2011

Katie Alender & Winston

FROM THE ARCHIVES:From a 2009 Coffee with a Canine Q & A with Katie Alender and her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Winston:Does Winston have any tricks?Oh, Winston is MUCH more than just a pretty face! He’s a very fast learner and loves to work on tricks. We clicker-train, which I recommend for anyone wanting to teach their dog new behaviors. Winston can sit, stay, lie down, leave it, shake,

Wednesday 19 October 2011

Liz Bradley & Paddington, Corduroy, and Wellington

Who is in the photo at right?

I am Liz Bradley and am a self-proclaimed nerd who loves to laugh.

My best friend is my amazing husband and love, Thomas and I adore our dogs, Paddington, Corduroy and Wellington (and dogs in general).

I’m addicted to TV & DVDs, Prada & Burberry glasses, Coach purses & shoes, candy, grocery shopping, and organization.

I am a pet and wedding photographer in Ottawa

Sunday 16 October 2011

Julie Flanders & Clancy

Who is in the photo at right?I’m Julie Flanders and, in addition to my full-time job as a librarian, I have just started working as a freelance writer. I am working on my first novel, and I have had two articles published so far this year, one in the summer issue of Thrive in Life, and one in the current (November) issue of Cat Fancy. My dog is Clancy, and he is four years old. He is part

Friday 14 October 2011

Annette Vivian & Snoopy

Who is in the photo at right?My name is Annette Vivian [far right], I was originally from the Isle of Man, but now live in California with my amazing husband, two wonderful step-children and Snoopy, a Bearded Collie puppy (he's 2 in April, but I think they're puppies until at least 3!). I worked for many years as an accountant and travelled extensively, but now I've decided to follow my passion

Wednesday 12 October 2011

Kevin and Antonio & Luna

Who is in the photo at right?On the left is my partner Antonio and our little girl Luna, and on the right is me, Kevin and once again Luna!Antonio and I live in Australia, he works in finance and I'm an actor. Luna is our 4 and a half month old Beagle. She writes her blog for a living.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?We usually stop off to let Luna run around in the park before we

Tuesday 11 October 2011

Krista Davis & Han, Buttercup, and Queenie

FROM THE ARCHIVES:A couple of years ago Krista Davis, author of the Domestic Diva Mystery series, was here for a Q & A.Part of the exchange:How did the dogs come to be united with you?We intended to adopt a Golden Retriever. Queenie was selected because of her strawberry blonde fur and outgoing personality.I'm sorry to say that someone abandoned Buttercup, Han and seven of his siblings. They

Monday 10 October 2011

Mark de Castrique & Gracie

Who is in the photograph at right?Here is a photograph of me with Mark de Castrique. He is one of the humans I’m charged with protecting. My name is Gracie de Castrique.Mark and his wife Linda tell people I’m a miniature Schnauzer, but I know I’m a human with an overabundance of hair.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?Every morning after I’m let out of my little house, Mark makes a

Friday 7 October 2011

Amy & Kool and Swift

Who is in the photo at right?I'm Amy, and I work for a winery near Seattle, WA. I am owned by two dachshunds, both boys. Kool, the long-haired, is 8 years old. Swift, the chocolate smooth, turns 6 in November.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?After the FidoFest in Seattle's University Village, we stopped for a bit. UVillage is very dog-friendly, so it was a perfect time to hang out

Thursday 6 October 2011

Julia Buckley & Simon

FROM THE ARCHIVES:Back in the summer of 2009 mystery writer and English teacher Julia Buckley and Simon, her half Jack Russell-half Beagle, helped kick off this site.Part of our exchange:Is Simon's bark worse than his bite?Yes. He barks and howls, like Snoopy. But he is a total faker, as we see whenever visitors come over. Those who take the time to pet him find that he falls in love

Wednesday 5 October 2011

MacKenzie Cadenhead & Smudge

Who is in the photo at right?Hi! I’m MacKenzie Cadenhead and I’m a children’s book writer. This is my dog, Smudge. She’s a six-year-old cockapoo who also happens to be my muse.What's the occasion for Coffee with a Canine?It’s a rainy fall afternoon and Smudge and I are hanging out in my office enjoying a coffee break as we do most days. I’m at my desk while she’s curled up on her bed under the

Tuesday 4 October 2011

Kaye Barley & Harley

FROM THE ARCHIVES:

A couple of years ago Kaye Barley and her corgi Harley were guests at Coffee with Canine.

Part of the Q & A:How did Harley come to be united with you?

Donald and I had two cats. George and Martha. We got George and Martha at the Humane Society the day we returned home from our honeymoon. George graced us with his presence for 15 years, and Martha for 18. Losing them

Monday 3 October 2011

Sue Wilcox-Hall & Fudge and Samba

Who's in the photo at right?

I'm Sue Wilcox-Hall and with me are two of my ten dogs. I used to work as a bookkeeper, but now I spend my days playing with my dogs and indulging in my hobbies of knitting, sewing and cross stitch.

On the left is Fudge, a six year old Portuguese Water Dog and on the right is Fudge's mate Samba, a nine year old Portie.

What's the occasion for Coffee With A Canine?