About the Author

In 1997, Melissa Heeter and her dog, Ariel Asah, made history by being the first woman to win the ALPO Canine Frisbee Disc World Championship. In addition, she has produced six of the largest tournaments in the world, traveling around the US, Canada, the Czech Republic, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, and South America performing, instructing, judging, volunteering, and certifying judges worldwide. Bringing more than 30 years experience as a leader in animal sports, Melissa is an accomplished professional animal trainer, performer, Disc Dog instructor, flying disc throwing instructor, and event organizer. She has dedicated her life to teaching pet owners how to have fun with their dogs! Melissa routinely travels the world and is on the road promoting and performing nearly 365 days of the year