December/January 2008

What's Inside

8 | Snow Much Fun!
Time to grab your winter gear and your pooch, and have a great time! More>>
By Lisa Hanks

12 | 'Tis the Season to Be Safe
Protect your pooch from these hidden holiday hazards. More>>
By Christina Chan

16 | Tricks for Treats: Biscuit Balance
Your dog needs a little self-control to do this trick!
By Jean M. Fogle

18 | Cool Jobs: Veterinary Researcher
 Kids who love science and animals might consider a career in research. 
By Matthew Schenker

22 | Kids Can Do It: Helping Handicapped Pets
Fourth-grade class project raises money for disabled pets.
By Meredith Wargo

46 | The Gift of Giving
Have you ever heard the phrase, “It’s better to give than receive?” Well, these kids sure have!
By Lisa Wade McCormick

52 | Why Do Dogs Do That?
The science behind your dog’s traits.
By Matthew Schenker

32 | Top Dogs: Super Stars
Bull Terrier

34 | Top Dogs: Super Stars
Cairn Terrier

36 | Top Dogs: Super Stars
Dalmatian

38 | Top Dogs: Super Stars
Golden Retriever

40 | Top Dogs: Super Stars
Saint Bernard

4 | Pooch's Post Office
Our readers bark back. More>>

5 | Ask DFK!
Our doggie expert answers your questions.
By September Morn

6 | Nose for News
Where there’s a story, we’ll sniff it out.

24 | Where's Fifi?
Can you find Fifi hiding in this picture?

25 | Calendar
Discover what cool things are happening in December and January.

27 | All Mixed Up
Can you solve our word-jumble puzzle?

28 | DFK's Holiday Gift Guide

33 | Word Search: Terrier Time!

35 | Toy Box
Fun stuff for you, and fun stuff for your dog!

37 | Crossword Puzzle: Winter Wonderland

42 | On the Prowl for a Missing Vowel

43 | My Look-Alike Dog Photo Contest

44 | Laugh Factory
Our riddles will drive you and your pooch nuts!

56 | Games Answer Key

64 | From the Dog’s Mouth
Come up with a caption for our funny photo.