The James Bond Dog Expert – Mrs. Woodhouse
Mrs. Barbara Woodhouse was the most famous dog trainer in the world in the 1980s. Her ‘choke chains’ have gone out of favour, but her other techniques – notably using her voice – are still influencing trainers today. She was the first television star with co-star dogs. In fact, Mrs. Woodhouse inspired a scene in Octopussy and counted Roger Moore among her famous dog-lover acquaintances. How can Barbara’s tips, tricks and secrets help you with your dog and how does she influence TV dog trainers, like The Dogfather, today?
Wellington’s Paranormal Bars
Fans of Jemaine Clement’s Wellington Paranormal will know that the cult rockumentary comedy horror series (TNZ2), has put Cuba Street in Wellington on the map, as it appears in the first episode – possibly as the entrance to Hell. The Hotel Bristol Heavenly places to drink and dine (for fans) in Wellington include […]
I, Claudius and Rome at Home
If a trip to Rome seems like a distant dream, you may want to spend the week in the company of I, Claudius to get your fix of the ‘Eternal City’ instead.