June 2009

10 | New Faces, Unexpected Results
A historic win by 10-year-old Sussex Spaniel 'Stump' was just one of the surprises at this year's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
By Amy Fernandez

26 | Meet the Breed: Handsome Hulk
The striking Dog de Bordeaux turns head and wins hearts wherever it goes. More>>
By Kim Campbell Thornton

32 | Understanding Allergies
A combination of genes and environment contributes to canine allergies.
By T.J. Dunn Jr., DVM

38 | Pit-Bull Ambassadors
Rescued from Michael Vick's dogfighting operation, these five pit bulls show their unquestionable love for people by giving back to their communities. More>>
By Lisa A. Hanks

44 | Help for Busy Dogs
Positive ways to channel your active, intelligent dog's energy. More >>
By Liz Palika

48 | Rare Breed Spotlight: Rat Terrier
This frisky firecracker is an intelligent and devoted companion. More >>
By Alice Bixler

Previous Issues:
April 2009	May 2009

3 | From the Editor
Plight of the Pit Bull More >>
By Jackie Franza

4 | Letters

6 | Canine News
Big winners at annual Show Dogs Awards; top dog products of 2008; and more.
By Wendy Bedwell-Wilson

14 | In the Ring
Field Research: Visit a local dog show, and don't forget to take notes. More >>
By Anne H. Bowes

16 | Natural Health Solutions
Breaking the Cycle: A combination of holistic therapies and conventional treatments banishes skin allergies and related infection.
By Shawn Messonnier, DVM

18 | Breeder's Notebook
Are Cleft Palates Death Sentences?
By D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.

20 | Cook's Corner
Save Some Dough: A healthy diet doesn't have to break the bank.
By Randy Kidd, DVM, Ph.D.

22 | Sports & Fitness
Wee Workout: Learn safe and effective ways to exercise your puppy.
By Maryanne Dell

24 | People
Bound to Hounds: The Greyhound Project president, Michael McCann, dedicates his time to retired racing Greyhounds. More >>
By April Balotro

50 | Paws in Review
Media for the dog enthusiast
By Amy Fernandez

52 | Meet & Compete
Canine event listings
By Barbara Chuck

55 | The Dog Shop
Canine products and services

57 | Breeder Finder Index

92 | Classified Ads
Everything canine

95 | At Your Service
A guide to our advertisers

96 | My Story
A chance encounter with a pack of off-season hunting English Foxhounds.