These links to writing samples are grouped by area of interest. Some jump to PDFs, others to URLs.
Pets/Dogs
Dog Food History
Dog Food Dish, March 2010
More than 100 years of dog food history condensed, including why WWII made dry dog food a top seller.
The Economics of Puppies
Bankrate.com
Why does that puppy cost what it does? What am I getting for my money? Who benefits from the transaction?
Making Dogs Think
HealthyPet, Winter 2009
Five great ways to engage the canine mind, build your family bond, and make your dog's life way more fun.
Pet Care Partnerships
HealthyPet, Fall 2009
Building trust during the good times so that communication and collaboration come with more ease during pet health emergencies, including exam room etiquette.
Pet Adoption Interviews
HealthyPet, Summer 2009
How old-style shelter inquisitions gave way to better pet + family matches based on personality, energy level, and attention needs.
The Complete Physical Exam
HealthyPet, Spring 2009
What exactly is your veterinarian looking for during a pet's exam, including system by system warning signs?
Nutrition and Your Pet
HealthyPet, Winter 2008
Find out what dogs and cats typically need in terms of nutrition and how those food requirements change from puppyhood or kittenhood into a pet's senior years.
Today's Pain Management
HealthyPet, Summer 2008
New solutions and integrative therapies bring relief to pets in chronic or acute pain.
Canine Social Graces
HealthyPet, Spring 2008
Dogs use all kinds of cues to signal their intent or annoyance with each other. Learn what things dogs do that may offend their canine pals.
Road Worthy
AKC Gazette, May 2009
Crates? Seatbelts? Get advice on safe car travel for your canine family members. Read a few real-life examples from avid pet enthusiasts.
Play Things, Then and Now
AKC Family Dog, Nov-Dec 2008
A rope, a bone, a stick. Time was, that was it for dog toys. Things have changed. Learn the history of dog toys from the industrial revolution forward, including a timeline for the invention of famous dog toys.
Dreaming of Dogs
AKC Gazette, November 2008
From Freud to new-age animal communication, find out what it means when you dream about your dogs.
Puppy Mill Scams
The Bark, May-June 2008
Learn the latest ploys from mass dog breeders, who put profit above welfare.
When Knees Go Bad
The Bark, July-Aug 2005
Ruptured ligaments are the number one orthopedic injury in dogs. Discover your surgical options when a dog's knees go bad.
Dogged Workout Partner
Reader's Digest, January 2008
Why dogs make better fitness companions than people.
Secondhand Smoke
Reader's Digest, November 2006
How secondhand smoke affects dogs of different snout lengths as well as your feline pals.
Dog Training 101
Reader's Digest, August 2006
Five commands every dog should know.
Green Living
DIY Laptop Cooling
Frugal Kiwi, October 2009
How to keep your laptop cool during bedtime movie watching, using only things already in your house.
Fight for Your Right to Dry
Natural Home, Sept-Oct 2009
The battle over laundry and common-sense energy conservation.
More Space, Less Footprint
Natural Home, March-April 2009
Tiny accessory homes make single-family living bigger.
Earth Celebration Menu
Natural Home, March-April 2009
Low-carbon recipes for Earth Day or any day.
Natural Homebuyer's Checklist
Natural Home, July-Aug 2008
Here's what to look for and what to ask when exploring the green home market.
Personal Finance
The Economics of Puppies
Bankrate.com
Why does that puppy cost what it does? What am I getting for my money? Who benefits from the transaction?
Last-Minute Weddings for Less
Bankrate.com
Shhhh ... here's a secret: If you have a little flexibility and
make decisions fast, you can save big bucks on your wedding day.
Dealing Without Health Insurance
Bankrate.com If
you find yourself outside the relative safety of group health insurance
plans, you have important decisions to make. Here's how you can make
the best of a tough situation.
Don't Get Suckered by Super Sales
Bankrate.com When
you recognize sophisticated retail ploys, you can cruise through any
store -- warehouse to boutique -- with less of a headache and more
money in your pocket.
Profiles
Bobaji: The Sidecar Dog
Fido Friendly, Sept-Oct 2009
Get the backstory on these shelter pet crusaders and learn what it's like to always have a dog (literally) at your side.
Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald, Paging Dr. Big Laughs
HealthyPet, Fall 2007
Animal Planet's "Emergency Vets" TV star works at the veterinary practice by day and the comedy club at night.
Novelist Elizabeth Wrenn, And Now I See
The Bark, July-Aug 2006
Novelist raises guide dog puppy as research for her first book. The experience provides plenty of humor and distraction for her protagonist, who faces family and other challenges.
Weddings/Relationships
Before "I Do," Do It Yourself
The Denver Post, February 28, 2007
Brides save money tapping into talent and common sense.
Lady Luck as Bridesmaid
The New York Times, June 10, 2007
From numerology to cultural superstition, find out what's behind the 07-07-07 wedding rush and why it may be anything but lucky for some.
With These Rings
The New York Times, July 9. 2006
Couples extend marriage vows to children from previous relationships, including the giving of family rings in a bit of "With these rings ... I thee parent."
Mr. and Mrs. Bothofus
The New York Times, March 13, 2005
Forget taking his name or hyphenating, these couples combine their names or take entirely new married names rather than bow to convention.
Vows, Amanda Gillam and Michael Lovato
The New York Times, January 9, 2005
A couple of professional Ironman triathletes get married. Seriously, the most fit group of wedding guests ... ever!
Vows, Judy Ray and Jeff Hard
The New York Times, February 20, 2005
Rural couple meets thanks to wayward livestock.
Health and Fitness
Yoga for What Ails You
Energy for Women, March-April 2004
From headaches to tummy troubles, these yoga poses ease the pain ... naturally.
Make Friends With Hunger
Energy for Women, March-April 2004
Understanding and heeding hunger cues results in sane eating habits.
Trade Magazines
Veterinary Client Compliance
The Messenger (a custom veterinary trade magazine), December 2009
** The first in a 13-part series
Informed Consent The Resource (a custom veterinary trade magazine), October 2009 What does "informed consent" mean and why is it important?
Do More With Less The Resource (a custom veterinary trade magazine), October 2009
Strategies for slow times help nurture talent, unearth new efficiencies and bond your best clients to your practice.
Recession Economics
The Resource (a custom veterinary trade magazine), Spring 2009
The economic effects on the veterinary profession as well as ideas on how to weather the storm.
Music to Calm the Canine Mind
Pet Services Journal, Sept-Oct 2008
Sound pollution and dogs. How psychoacoustic music helps calm dogs in service environments.
Welcome Home Soldier
Parks and Recreation, December 2008
Local park and recreation agencies team up with military medical personnel to help wounded war veterans heal at home.
Alumni Magazines
The Power of Togetherness
Metro Magazine, Spring 2008
Metro State's Institute for Women's Studies and Services harnesses energy and community.
Orangutan Rescue
DU Magazine, Winter 2001
University of Denver alums protect "people of the forest" in Borneo.
