We are a group of dedicated black and tan lovers with a common goal of raising funds for deserving projects.  We are proud to say that a portion of all profits will be directed to health research.  This issue's funds will benefit the British Manchester Terrier Club's 75th Anniversary Celebrations.

In addition to extensive experience in the publishing and design industries, our team also includes long-time breeders and handlers.  We know first-hand what you are looking for in an advertisement and in a magazine.

Amanda Kelly
Editor
Amanda considers herself lucky to have been introduced to the dog world at a young age.  She began competing in Junior Handling with her family's Toy Manchester Terriers more than 25 years ago and today breeds TMTs with her mother, Wendy, under the Fwaggle prefix.  Over more than two decades, the Kelly's have produced many of Canada and North America's top Toy Manchesters including multiple Best In Show and Specialty winners as well as dogs titled in numerous performance sports.  Professionally, Amanda is a Public Relations practitioner for the Canadian government and is an experienced writer for numerous North American niche and all-breed magazines.  A former editor of Canine Review magazine, Canada's oldest publication for purebred dog lovers, Amanda is currently editor of the Canadian Manchester Terrier Club's newsletter "The Ratter's Review".  Email Amanda>>

Jes Kemp
Advertising & Sales
Jes was born into a family that was active in the dog show world.  She began competing in Obedience & Junior Handling as a youngster before becoming interested in Conformation. For the past 20 years, Jes has handled dogs of many breeds to top wins across the U.S. She and her husband, David, have owned several specialty winning Manchesters and have also produced several Champions despite a very limited breeding program.  Jes runs a successful dog grooming salon and also teaches different types of training classes during the week.    Email Jessica>>

Melissa Doldron
Graphic Design
Melissa has always loved art and design, always loved dogs and loves that with the Black & Tan magazine she can bring her two passions together!  Working as a graphic designer in both corporate and studio settings, Melissa has more than a decade of experience providing, strong impactful designs for top Canadian companies. Her work experience has enabled her to take a variety of projects from concept to production, including advertising, packaging and marketing collateral. Melissa is owned by a 4-year-old Standard Manchester Terrier named Simba. The pair train in agility and love to be outdoors on hikes and leash-free dog parks. Simba is also a member of the Toronto dog sport demo team, Fast n' Furry.