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February 2009 |
24 | Meet the Breed: An American Original
The life of the party and a cuddly companion, today's Boston Terrier makes an ideal house dog. More>>
by Kim Campbell Thornton
32 | To Tell You the Tooth...
Dental health starts with education and a commitment to hygiene. More>>
by M. Christine Zink, DVM, Ph.D.
36 | Stolen!
Purebred dogs are often targets for pet theft. Learn how to protect your dog from the hands of thieves.
by Debbie Swanson
40 | At Home in the Cold
How the native Northern breeds adapted to arctic temperatures. More>>
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.
44 | Can't we All Just Get Along?
Prevent and defuse canine conflicts in a multi-dog household.
by Liz Palika
48 | Point and Shoot
It's easier than ever to take fantastic photos of your dog using today's new-and-improved technology.
by Laurie Meehan-Elmer
52 | Rare Breed Spotlight: Karelian Bear Dog
Capable of facing off with bears and elk, this fearless and independent spitz dog needs a loving but firm owner. More>>
by Alice Bixler
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4 | From the Editor
I Learn Something New Every Day More>>
by Jackie Franza
6 | Letters
8 | Canine News
Military working dogs treated in new San Antionio hospital; and more.
by Wendy Bedwell-Wilson
12 | People
In Focus: Mary Bloom, dog photographer
by April Balotro
14 | Sports & Fitness
Cold-Weather Conditioning: Keep your dog in shape during winter.
by Maryanne Dell
16 | Cook's Corner
A Delicate Balance: A veterinary nutritionist can analyze a homemade recipe to be sure it's appropriate for your dog. More>>
by Rebecca L. Remillard, DVM, Ph.D.
18 | In the Ring
Purchasing a Show Puppy
by Anne H. Bowes
20 | Breeder's Notebook
Prostate Problems: Watch for symptoms that affect intact males.
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.
22 | Natural Health Solutions
ACL TLC: Healing an injured cranial cruciate ligament without surgery. More>>
by Shawn Messonnier, DVM
54 | Paws in Review
Books for the dog enthusiast
by Amy Fernandez
56 | Meet and Compete
Canine event listings
by Barbara Chuck
62 | The Dog Shop
Canine products and services
64 | Breeder Finder Index
100 | Classfied Ads
Everything canine
103 | At Your Service
A guide to our advertisers
104 | My Story
A reader remembers her Yorkshire Terrier's love of the conformation ring. |