About Helen

I'm a Southern California living in South Florida. I've been here for 10 years as of October 1, 2007. No matter where I live, I'm a dog lover, and my breed is the Dobermann Pinscher of the Working Group. I am also fond of the Australian Shepherd of the Herding Group. My life revolves around my dogs, which is something those family members of mine don't understand. So I'm an island in that respect, but have built friendships with those who are doggie lovers and respect the canine as much as I do. Some do rescue, some train in, compete in, and judge AKC trials. The common thread is our dogs are family.

Herding Dobies

Do you hear that? It’s the theme from Jaws. Ladeda…deeedaaadeeelaaa…happy innocent Fort Doberdalians just singing and whistling a happy tune…ladeda…deeedaaadeeelaaa. Wha…what…what’s that? I know what I am. Lemme show you. I’m the visiting Professor.  Dance is my specialty.  Everybody, let’s … Continue reading

Dog Parks? No, thank you.

Last night, I was at my dog obedience club’s weekly practice. I’d recently enrolled Luigi in our Novice Handling class. Luigi is the epitome of what most people think of when they think *Dobermann*. Before Luigi, I’d taken Baby to … Continue reading

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