August 2008

18 | Meet the Breed: Herd's the Word
The versatile and intelligent Beauceron required expert owners to channel its energy. More>>
by Stephanie Horan

26 | K-9 Security at LAX
A behind-the-scenes tour with the bomb-detection unit at Los Angeles International Airport
by Kristopher Wardwell

32 | Breeding a Better Guide Dog
Geneticists, breeders and trainers seek the ultimate guide-dog traits. More>>
by Matthew Schenker

38 | Lifting Spirits, One Wag at a Time
Therapy dogs bring joy and comfort to people who need it most. More>>
by Liz Palika

42 | The Building Blocks of Dog Nutrition
Considering a diet change? Go back to the basics for a smooth transition.
by T.J. Dunn Jr., DVM

46 | Heatstroke Survival Guide
Know how to treat and prevent this dangerous condition.
by Robert Newman

50 | Rare Breed Spotlight: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
This captivating companion will change the way you think about Russian dogs.
by Alice Bixler

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June 2008	July 2008

6 | Dateline
UKC announces new coonhound breed; AKC National Agility Champions; service dogs receive free checkups; the race to find America's fastest Chihuahua; and more.
by Marcella Durand

4 | From the Editor
A Model Photo Shoot More>>
by Jackie Franza

8 | Showstoppers
Wheaten People: Jackie Gottlieb and Cindy Vogels
by Sue LeMieux

10 | Breeder's Notebook
Super-Sniffers; The genetics of canine scent More>>
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.

12 | About Agility
Weave-pole wisdom
by Terry Long

14 | Judge's Perspective
Across the Finnish Line: Judging in Finland
by Richard G. ("Rick") Beauchamp

16 | Natural Wellness
Shared infections More>>
by W. Jean Dodds, DVM

52 | Canine Commodities
New products More>>

54 | Paws in Review
Books for the dog enthusiast
by Amy Fernandez

56 | Meet & Compete
Canine event listings
by Barbara Chuck

61 | The Dog Shoppe
Canine products and services

64 | Breeder Finder Index
Locate a breeder

108 | Classified Ads
Everything cainine

111 | At Your Service
A guide to our advertisers

112 | The Way We Were