Schutzhund literally means guard dog. It began in Germany in 1901 as a working qualification for breeding German Shepherds. Now it's a recognized sport worldwide, with precision obedience, scent tracking and protection events all involved in earning titles.

It had been warm here in Albuquerque –

I won’t be shooting close compositions with people in them anytime soon.

My Sheltie Buzz had been a constant presence for most of his life.