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The Dog
Writers Association of America was appropriately born in a back room
at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show in 1935. It started with 30
editors and publishers. Today, members also include broadcasters and
online columnists, and total over 500 who make their living reporting
about 'man's best friend.' I always believed our awards are important, ever since I won my first for Best Book, back in 1973. Actually, I shared the award, but I couldn't have been happier for that 'atta boy.' It was better than getting a liver treat. What's surprising to some is how well done the work is. These magazine and newspapers stories, and books can be exceedingly very well written, sometimes there's great wisdom. I remember the one guy who wrote a book about a specific breed, and more than 20 years later I still recall the line, "In nature there are no punishments - only consequences." Now that is profound. We can all learn from it - not only as dog owners but as people. Here are this year's winners of the Dog Writer Association of America Awards, held on February 10, just before the start of Westminster. CATEGORY I: NEWSPAPERS A.
Newspaper Column B.
Single Feature or News Story
C.
Newspaper Editorial, Opinion Piece, Essay CATEGORY II: MAGAZINES AND CANINE NEWSPAPERS A.
Single Breed Magazine B.
All Breed Magazine C.
Special Interest Dog or Animal Magazine D-1.
Individual Feature Article in Single Breed Magazine D-2.
Individual Feature Article in All Breed Magazine D-3.
Individual Feature Article in Special Interest Dog-Related Magazine D-4.
Individual Feature Article in Canine Newspaper or Newsletter D-5.
Individual Feature Article in Special Interest All-Animal-Related Magazine D-6.
Individual Feature Article in General Interest Magazine
D-7.
Individual feature article in a yearbook or special publication E.
Editorial/Opinion Piece/Essay F.
Subject-Related Series G-1.
Regular Column in All Breed Magazine G-2.
Regular Column in Special Interest Publication H.
Yearbook/Educational Handbook/Manual/Special Volume CATEGORY III: CLUB PUBLICATIONS A-1.
National Club Publication (Magazine Format) A-2.
National Club Publication (Newsletter Format) B.
Local Club Publication C-1.
Individual Article in National Club Publication C-2.
Individual Article in Local Club Publication D.
Subject Related Series or Regular Column E.
Yearbook, Educational Handbook, or Special Volume CATEGORY IV: BOOKS A.
Single Breed B.
Care and Health C.
Training and Behavior D.
General Reference E.
General Interest F.
Fiction G.
Short Book Under 100 Pages H.
Single Breed Pet Guide I.
Children's CATEGORY V: GRAPHIC ARTS, SHORT FICTION, PAMPHLETS, POETRY A-1.
Photography: Color A-2.
Photography: Black and White B.
Illustration C.
Series/Essay of Photographs or Illustrations D.
Short Fiction E.
Pamphlet F.
Poster/Calendar/Special Publication G.
Poetry CATEGORY VI: NON-PRINT MEDIA A.
Videotape B-1.
Internet/Electronic Publishing (Individual Feature Article) B-2.
Internet/Electronic Publishing (Regular Column) C.
Other: Including Radio, Television, Movies and More D.
Online/Electronic Books SPECIAL AWARDS The DWAA presented a special plaque in memory of Roger Caras to his family. The
ELSWORTH S. HOWELL AWARD, sponsored by Howell Book House, for the best
article on judging, exhibiting, dog-show reporting or any other aspect
of conformation showing. The
EUKANUBA CANINE HEALTH AWARD, offered by the Iams Company, for the article
or book that best promotes the health and well-being of dogs. The
AKC CLUB PUBLICATION EXCELLENCE AWARD for the best article in a national,
regional or local club publication; magazine or newsletter format. The
DWAA JUNIOR WRITER AWARD to writers under 18 years of age. The award
recognizes and encourages young writers who exhibit talent, resourcefulness,
dedication and integrity in their writing about dogs and dog-related
topics. The
HUMANE ISSUES SPECIAL AWARD, offered by the ASPCA, for the work which
best illuminates one of the following aspects of the ASPCA mission:
pet overpopulation, humane education, shelter adoptions or the prevention
of cruelty. The
VETERINARY INFORMATION NETWORK HEALTH EDUCATION AWARD presented to the
single article entry that best educates and informs the dog owning public
about technical advances and innovations in canine veterinary medicine. The
World Canine Freestyle Organization's award for the best print, radio,
television or internet coverage of canine freestyle.
The
MERIAL HUMAN-ANIMAL BOND AWARD for the work which best highlights the
special bond between people and their treasured pets. The
DogRead list award to the winner of the BEST BOOK. Off
Lead 's award to the author of the best training article. NEWSPAPER
OF THE YEAR AWARD, offered by Heinz Nature's Recipe. The
PEDIGREE PRESIDENT'S AWARD for the best entry among the Maxwell winners. The
COMMUNICATOR'S AWARD, offered by Wayne Cavanaugh, President of the UKC,
awarded to that individual who through excellence in communication and
conduct promotes the best interests of the sport of dogs. © 2002 Dog Writers Association of America Inc. All rights reserved. Mordecai Siegal is President Emeritus of the Dog Writers Association of America and the author of 32 published books about dogs and cats. His next book is "THE GOOD LIFE. Your Dog's First Year.(Simon & Schuster)" He is available for speaking engagements. His web site address is www.mordecai.com. To use his material posted on www.goodnewsforpets.com, please email him at Mordecai@mordecai.com. |
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