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  • William Secord: Dogs and Art

    William Secord: Dogs and Art
    Mar 1 2026
    Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this captivating episode of Dogs in Our World, host Adam Winston sits down with William Secord, a renowned expert on the history of dog paintings and art. William shares fascinating insights into the evolution of dog portraiture from the Renaissance period through the 19th century, highlighting iconic artists like Sir Edwin Landseer and George Stubbs. Discover how societal changes, such as the rise of the middle class and the popularity of purebred dog shows, influenced the demand for dog paintings. William also delves into the symbolism behind dogs in art, the different categories of dog paintings, and the ongoing dog art market. The episode concludes with a look at contemporary dog artists and the resurgence of dog portraiture, emphasizing the unique bond between dogs and their owners captured through art. Join us for a journey through history, art, and the enduring love for dogs that continues to inspire artists and collectors alike. Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways William Secord is a leading expert on 19th-century dog paintings, authoring multiple books and curating significant collections that explore the history and artistry of dog portraiture.Historic dog paintings fall into three main categories: sporting, purebred, and pet portraits, each reflecting different social classes and cultural values, with a notable rise during the 18th and 19th centuries driven by the middle class.Iconic artists like Sir Edwin Landseer and George Stubbs created dog paintings that remain highly valued today, with some works fetching millions, highlighting the enduring appeal and market for quality dog art.Contemporary dog artists, such as Christine Merrill, focus on capturing the unique spirit and personality of individual dogs, contributing to a resurgence of interest in dog portraiture that blends realism with expressive styles.Dog paintings offer insights into the social history and evolution of dog breeds, illustrating how breeds like bulldogs and German Shepherds have changed over time, and emphasizing the cultural significance of dogs as family members. Resources & Links AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch Visit William Secord’s official gallery website: dogpainting.com — Explore collections, exhibitions, and contact information.Purchase William Secord’s books on dog paintings and history at abe.com with options for personally signed copies.Learn more about the Dogs in Our World podcast and access episode resources at dogsinourworld.com.Explore historic dog paintings and collections at The Dog Museum in St. Louis, Missouri.Visit the American Kennel Club Museum in New York for a splendid collection of dog art.Discover sporting art and dog paintings at the Sporting Art Library and Museum in Middleburg, Virginia.For European dog art, visit The Kennel Club Gallery in London and the Museum of the Hunt and Nature in Paris.Research links and images from Episode 08 are available at dogsinourworld.com under episode resources. Episode Transcript Show Transcript Introduction Adam: Welcome to episode number eight of Dogs in Our World. I’m Adam Winston. This episode is about dogs and art. Once again, I researched and hustled until I could find us THE person who is considered THE expert on the subject. Whether you’re an artist, historian, dog lover, or you’re simply in the mood to learn something new, this episode is for you. Join the audience at dogsinourworld.com. From there you can view pictures from each episode. Check out my services page to see how I could help you, your dog, or your organization. And finally, links to all of our social media pages can be found in the top-right corner of dogsinourworld.com. Alright, here we go … Part 1: Introduction and Historical Context William: My name is William Secord and I’m in New York, New York. My sort of claim to fame, I suppose, a long time ago was that I was the first director of the American Kennel Club Museum, The Dog, that’s now in St. Louis. I was there for five or six years then started my own business, but also wrote the first book on the history of dog painting, which came out in 1992, and since then I’ve written four other books on dog painting. So, it’s really about being Dog Bill at this point. I’m the world’s expert on 19th century dog paintings and then I also have a gallery that’s now open by appointment only which sells paintings of dogs and animals. Adam: How did you first find yourself in this world, or what first got you interested in dogs and paintings? William: Coming into the world of purebred dogs was, for me, fairly serendipitous. I mean, I grew up on a farm in Eastern Canada. We had dogs, we had Border Collies, which as you know, are very smart. But I wasn’t really a dog person. Sort of a straight shot in Art History, honors degree in Art History, Master’s Arts Administration, Ph.D. Art ...
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    35 min
  • Special Report: Dogs and Sport

    Special Report: Dogs and Sport
    Feb 1 2026
    Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this special report episode, we explore the captivating world of sheepdog trials at the Vashon Sheepdog Classic. Through interviews with competitors, organizers, and handlers, we uncover the deep bond between humans and their working dogs, the skill and dedication required for this unique sport, and the community it fosters. This episode offers a vivid glimpse into a tradition that combines teamwork, trust, and the joy of working with animals. Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways Sheepdog trials showcase the incredible partnership between handlers and their dogs, emphasizing communication and trust over long distances.The sport requires years of dedicated training and a deep understanding of both dog behavior and livestock management.Competitions like the Vashon Sheepdog Classic have historical roots dating back to the 1870s and continue to inspire new generations.Working dogs fulfill innate instincts and provide meaningful engagement, benefiting both the animals and their handlers.The community around sheepdog trials is supportive and passionate, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds. Resources & Links AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch Vashon Sheepdog ClassicFollow Ian Caldicott and GooseField Notes Episode Page- The Dogs in Our World podcast Episode Transcript Show Transcript Introduction While visiting Vashon Island to interview Temple Grandin for the last episode, I witnessed something spectacular when I was there. It was so impressive and fitting for this show that I had to grab my new microphone and share the experience with you. In this episode, I’m going to take you to a competition and festival called the Vashon Sheepdog Classic. The annual event is a breathtaking display of the dog-human connection. So, in this Special Report of Dogs in Our World, we’re going to learn about the fascinating world of Sheepdog Trials and the people and dogs involved with this sport. I’ll tell you more in a second. Let’s get into it. Part 1: BTS at the Vashon Sheepdog Classic I was recently on this sort of working vacation and trying to record that Temple Grandin interview you heard last episode. I knew there was this sheepdog herding competition happening, on the island, the same weekend. I didn’t know what to expect, but of course I had to check it out. What I saw soon after arriving to the Vashon Sheepdog Classic was something so spectacular that I can’t explain it well enough myself. So, on the last day of the 4-day festival, I loaded up my recording gear and went behind the scenes of my first sheepdog competition. Not only was watching the handlers and dogs work together a beautiful thing, but the venue itself was breathtaking. The competition takes place on these rolling, beautiful fields with the most colorful trees and sky as a backdrop. And the people were so cool. (SB 1) 00:24 Maggie: I’m Maggie McClure, and I’m the executive director of the Sheepdog Classic. I kind of ambushed her with my microphone as she was tending to the sheep among many other responsibilities. She was, however, kind enough to agree to an interview in the middle of her bustling festival. (SB 2) 12:21 Maggie: It’s just a spectacular backdrop for what we do. Uh, spectators, they can have an opportunity to, uh, almost be within the course. Just the natural amphitheater feeling of the spectator area allows them to actually be right above the work and see what’s going on. Bed – Cue Nat Sound of Ian’s Trial – The competitor and their dog are a significant distance from one another. It’s better if Ian explains. He worked from sunup to sundown, not only competing but working the field. If this competition were a music festival, Ian and his dog are kind of like the all-in-one stage manager and musician. (SB) Nat Sound 2:20 Announcer: Good job Ian and Goose (cheers). They work extra hard. (SB 3) 00:06 Ian: My name is Ian Caldicott. I’m one of the handlers; I’m also in charge of the set-out crew. Adam: Alright, and what’s the set-out crew? Ian: We’re the people who put the sheep out on the field for everybody’s run. He can better explain what the actual competition entails … (SB 4) 00:26 Ian: the whole course involves sending the dogs down about 400 yards to gather up a bunch of five sheep, bring them down the field through a set of gates, down to where you’re standing, around a post, out oh about 150 yards through a set of gates, across the field through a third set of gates, back to a circle that’s marked with little sandbags where you got to split the sheep into two groups, then put them back together again, and put them into a pen. Adam: How did you end up here? Ian: Um, I’ve been coming for years to this event. Adam: Why? Ian: Um, it’s one of the more challenging courses that we see, and for a lot us that’s what it’s about, it’s finding new challenges...
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    30 min
  • Temple Grandin: Dogs and Autism

    Temple Grandin: Dogs and Autism
    Jan 9 2026
    Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this special episode of the Dogs in our World podcast, Field Notes, Adam Winston interviews Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned expert in animal science and autism awareness. Dr. Grandin shares insights from her personal experience with autism and her extensive work in animal behavior. The episode explores the parallels between autism and animal cognition, the importance of early intervention, and the therapeutic role dogs can play for individuals on the autism spectrum. Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways Autism spectrum: personal insights and scientific perspectivesSensory processing and repetitive behaviors in animals and humansThe human-animal bond and therapeutic benefits of dogsResponsibility and life skills development for individuals with autism Resources & Links AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch templegrandin.comTemple Grandin’s books on AmazonField Notes episode page Episode Transcript Show Transcript Introduction Adam (0:23): Here we are, episode number six of Dogs in Our World. To celebrate the halfway point of this twelve-part series, I have a phenomenal guest to share with you. Temple Grandin is one of the biggest names in the worlds of animal science and autism awareness. She recently traveled to Vashon, Washington for a weekend of lectures and visits around the island and was kind enough to start her trip with us. If you haven’t heard of Dr. Grandin, I recommend the 2010 Emmy Award-winning HBO movie titled Temple Grandin and starring Claire Danes. In this very special episode of Dogs in Our World, Dr. Grandin tells us a bit about herself and offers advice to those of us who have a family member with an autism label. She also helps me better understand the autism spectrum, dogs, and the importance of volunteers in an animal shelter. All that and more in this nearly unedited conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin. Part 1: Introduction and Insights on Autism Adam (1:35): And continue to tell me a little more about yourself, please. Dr. Grandin (1:38): Well, I’ve been at Colorado State University for twenty-six years, and I’m teaching a class in livestock behavior and cattle handling. I’ve done a lot of work with the meat industry to improve humane treatment of animals. I’ve got some books on animal behavior: Animals in Translation, Animals Make Us Human, both available on Amazon. I have a lot of books on livestock. I’ve got Humane Livestock Handling for large ranches, and I’ve just come out with a new one that’s got beautiful photographs. It would be really good for 4-H kids on handling cattle, pigs, sheep and goats. It’s called Temple Grandin’s Guide to Working with Farm Animals. That just came out. And then I’ve got textbooks, Improving Animal Welfare: A Practical Approach. If you’re really into science, I’ve got Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals, but that’s an expensive textbook. Adam (2:26): Anything else that people might know you for? Dr. Grandin (2:28): I do a lot of talks on autism, because when I was a young child, I had all the full-blown symptoms of autism. No speech, didn’t talk until I was age four. Fortunately, I had very good early therapy. I can’t emphasize enough. If you have a young kid who’s not talking, you’ve got to start working with him. Teaching him how to talk, teaching him turn-taking. These kids have got to learn how to wait and take their turns. Autism goes from somebody who remains nonverbal and maybe has trouble dressing themselves, all the way up to Thomas Edison and Einstein. Einstein didn’t talk until age three. It’s a big, big, big continuum. See, a little bit of autism, you’ve gotta socially awkward person who may be just absolutely brilliant in the tech industry. Too much of that trait, and you’ve got a, you know, severe handicap. And there’s a parallel with animals. I read a fascinating study that was done over in Europe, looking at differences between wolves and dogs. And a brain can either be more social-emotional, or it can be more cognitive and thinking. And we’ve bred the dog to be super social-emotional towards us. And in a test that was done in Europe, they had a wolf watch another wolf open up a puzzle box to get some food. And the wolf does it easily. But, the domestic dog is so busy asking us for help and looking for us for help, it doesn’t pay enough attention to open the box. I also found another fascinating journal article on more social animals versus more solitary animals. Like, for example, lions are more social than panthers. And again, there are parallels here with autism. Now, are panthers defective? Absolutely not. You see, in the mild forms it’s just normal variation. A brain can be more thinking or a brain can be more social-emotional. Adam (4:19): Is it possible that animals could experience autism? Dr. Grandin (4:23): Well, if you put an animal in ...
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    29 min
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