Saga of a tame rattlesnake

Following is a true story of the depicted rattlesnake. A former student of mine, Mark Bailey, encountered a 4.5 foot canebrake rattlesnake in Macon County. It was passive and exhibited no aggressive behavior, and against his better judgment, Mark gently picked up the...

I am thankful

T en years ago, I spent Thanksgiving in a flooded tent in Kuwait. This year, I am thankful I am not spending Thanksgiving in a flooded tent in Kuwait. I have so much to be thankful for this year and every year. I am writing this from Hotel Capstone on the campus of...

A few tips: buying from a breeder

I breed Labrador Retrievers. There, I said it, and I am not ashamed. In this politically correct world we live in, breeding, or buying, a purebred dog has become something people are hesitant to admit.  There is no shame in acquiring a dog from a good breeder. If...