VICKI CROKE has been covering animal issues in print and broadcast media for more than 20 years. The Lady and the Panda, her acclaimed book about the American who in 1936 brought the first live giant panda out of China, is being adapted for film. Croke lives in Newton, Massachusetts.
SARAH WILSON, a popular speaker on animal topics, is an authority on the bond between women and their dogs. She has co-authored seven books and won awards for her commitment to educating the public on animal training and care. She lives in Auburn, New Hampshire.