October 2008

22 | Meet the Breed: King of Terriers
A true dog-of-all-trades, the stately Airedale Terrier is always ready for action.
by Jan Mahood

30 | Dreaded Duties
We might like to put them off another day, but nail clipping, ear cleaning and other chores are all part of a thorough grooming issue.
by Bobbye Land

36 | No Muss, No Fuss?
Believe it or not, hairless breeds require regular grooming, too. More>>
by Amy Fernandez

40 | A Cut Above
Grooming competitions give professionals a change to snip and clip their way to victory. More>>
by Melissa Verplank

46 | The Dog Brain, Part I
Peer into the canine cranium and discover the neuroscience behind dog behavior. More>>
by M. Christine Zink, DVM, Ph.D.

50 | Dancing With the Dog Stars
Around the world, musical freestyle sets dance floors on fire.
by Kim Campbell Thornton

54 | Rare Breed Spotlight: Bergamasco
Beneath a unique corded coat lies an expert herder with a vigilant spirit.
by Alice Bixler

Previous Issues:
August 2008	September 2008

4 | From the Editor
Grooming Time Is Special More>>
by Jackie Franza

6 | Letters

8 | Dateline
United Kennel Club's 2008 Premier; the World Dog Show in Sweden; Morris Animal Foundation revised agenda; and more.

12 | Natural Wellness
Supplements: A variety of natural remedies can provide joint support and pain relief. More>>
by W. Jean Dodds, DVM

14 | Breeder's Notebook
Color Coded: DNA tests take much of the guesswork out of predicting coat color. More>>
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.

16 | Showstoppers
Denny C. Mounce: Mentoring the next generation of dog fanciers.
by Sue LeMieux

18 | Judge's Perspective
Return to the Ring: Judging the Veterans Class
by Jeffrey G. Pepper

20 | About Agility
Teeter Training Tips: Creative ways to take the fear out of this scary obstacle.
by Terry Long

56 | Canine Commodities
New products More>>

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

60 | Meet & Compete
Canine event listings
by Barbara Chuck

70 | The Dog Shoppe
Canine products and services

73 | Breeder Finder Index
Locate a breeder

107 | Classified Ads
Everything canine

111 | At Your Service
A guide to our advertisers

112 | The Way We Were