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10 | Westminster 2006
Not even a record-setting blizzard could keep dogdom's stalwarts from their annual pilgrimage to The Garden.
by Amy Fernandez
30 | The Chinese Shar-Pei
Having survived both near-extinction and explosive over-popularity, this charming Oriental today enjoys a loyal, steadfast following.
by Alice Bixler
38 | Researcher's Best Friend
Unlocking the secrets of canine DNA could provide a key to breakthroughs in human medicine.
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D
42 | Breed Health Initiatives
Parent clubs are leading the fight with landmark studies to ensure the betterment of tomorrow's purebreds.
by Karen Steinrock
46 | A Class Above
All vet schools support canine research, but only a handful expand their research to focus extensively on purebred dogs.
by Debra M. Eldridge, DVM
52 | Flower Power
Since Dr. Bach's time, holistic practitioners have hailed the healing properties of plant essences.
by Randy Kidd, DVM, Ph.D.
56 | Form & Function, Part 2
Breed-specific training and conditioning can overcome the challenges of unique body types.
by M. Christine Zink, DVM, Ph.D.
62 | Rare Breed Sportlight
Fila Brasileiro
by Alice Bixler
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From the Editor
4 | For the good of our breeds
by Allan Reznik
DW Dateline
6 | Sole canine casualty of 9/11 honored; quick diagnosis for canine flu; WKC poster supports therapy program; study seeks Katrina survivors; ACE awards … and much more.
by Marcella Durand
About Agility
20 | Agility and the physically challenged handler
by Terry Long
The Doctor Is In
22 | The challenge of chronic dermatitis
by T. J. Dunn Jr., DVM
Judge's Perspective
24 | Smile! You're on national TV
by Betty-Anne Stenmark
Showstoppers
26 | The talented Mr. Beauchamp
by Sue LeMieux
Breeders Notebook
28 | Breed health surveys that work
by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.
Paws in Review
64 | Books for the dog enthusiast
by Janine Adams
Good Buy
65 | New Products
Meet & Compete
66 | Canine event listings
The Dog Shoppe
69 | Canine products and services
Breeder Finder Index
73 | Locate a breeder
Classified Ads
120 | Everything canine
At Your Service
127 | A guide to our advertisers
The Way We Were
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