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June 2006
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

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

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