October 2009

18 | Meet Me in Kalamazoo
United Kenel Club's 16th annual Premier Dog Show draws friendly competition and cheering crowds.
by Jackie Franza

20 | Meet the Breed: Range Rover
From its distinctive voice to its rugged good looks, the multipurpose, all-terrain Plott is an American breed through and through.
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by Kim Campbell Thornton

26 | Training the Elite
At Alderhorst Police K9 Academy, dog training is serious business. More>>
by Kristopher Wardwell

30 | Hot Pursuit
Hunt tests let dogs show off their skills, endurance and speed.
by Susan M. Ewing

36 | The C Word
Stories of cancer survival and new treatment options.
by Christina Chan

40 | Rare Breed Spotlight: Patterdale Terrier
This fearless varmint hunter emerged from the mists of Northern England. More>>
by Alice Bixler

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3 | From the Editor
5 Fascinating Dog Facts More>>
by Jackie Franza

4 | Letters

5 | Canine News
FDA approves cancer drug for dogs; Russell Terrier joins AKC Miscellanous Class; and more.
by Wendy Bedwell-Wilson

10 | Natural Health Solutions
Soothing Upset Stomachs: A combination of traditional medicine and natural supplements can treat inflammatory bowel disease.
by Shawn Messonnier, DVM

12 | In the Ring
The Final Countdown: You've arrived at your first show. Now what?
by Anne H. Bowes

14 | People
Busy Betty: Actress and animal-advocate Betty White talks about her love of dogs. More>>
by Nicole Espinola

16 | Breeder's Notebook
What About Bobs? Docking restrictions spur interest in breeding for bobtails. More>>
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.

42 | Paws in Review

43 | Meet & Compete
Canine event listing
by Barbara Chuck

46 | The Dog Shop
Canine products and services

51 | Breeder Finder Index

76 | Classified Ads
Everything canine

79 | At Your Service
A guide to our advertisers

80 | My Story
Wary Whitman: Patience brings a rescued Doberman out of his shell.