Awards and Recognition for Liz Palika
Author, dog trainer, reptile expert and volunteer
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 February 25, 2009: USA Today
Liz is interviewed in an article, "Creature Comforts at the Workplace" by Sharon L. Peters. Authors of the book, Dogs At Work: Practical Guide to Creating Dog-Friendly Workplaces, Liz Palika, California dog trainer, and Jennifer Fearing, of the Humane Society of the United States provide information so that employees and companies can work together to create a dog-friendly workplace. |
The Howell Book of Dogs Best General Interest or Reference Book, Dog Writers Association of America, 2007
The Ultimate Cat Treat Cookbook Certificate of Excellence, Cat Writers Association of America, 2007
Chairperson for the Dog Writers Association of America's Annual Writing Contest 1999 through 2004, and 2008.
American Kennel Club (AKC) Distinguished Service Award, Dog Writers Association of America, 2005
"Living With Dogs" Breed & Show magazine: Nominated for Best Regular Column, Dog Writers Association of America, 1986; Best Training Article, Writer Competition, National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors, 1986
"Living With Dogs" Dog Fancy magazine. Nominated for Best Regular Column, DWAA, 1989; Nominated for Best Single Feature Article, Dog Fancy magazine, DWAA, 1989
"The Making of an Instructor" Best Booklet, DWAA, 1990
"Putting the Dog Before the Cart" Best Booklet, DWAA 1991
Volunteer Service Award, Vista Del Mar Care Center, 1991
Channel 10 Leadership Award, KGTV, San Diego, May 1992
Certificate of Appreciation, National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors, 1993
"Living With Dogs" Dog Fancy Magazine. Nominated for Best Regular Column, Dog Writers Association of America, 1995
Australian Shepherd: Champion of Versatility: Honorable Mention, San Diego Book Writers, 1995
The German Shepherd Dog: Best Single Breed Book, DWAA, 1996
The Australian Shepherd: Best Single Breed Book, DWAA, 1996
Save That Dog! Best General Reference Book, DWAA, 1997
Save That Dog! ASPCA Pet Overpopulation Answers Award, 1997. Presented by Roger Caras.
The Consumer's Guide to Cat Food. Cat Writers Nutrition Award, 1997
Love on a Leash: Nomination for Best Training and Behavior Book, DWAA, 1998
The Australian Shepherd: Best Single Breed Pet Guide, DWAA, 1998
Women of Merit, presented by North County Times, October 1999.
