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 DOG E-news (8)
Dog Owner's Guide Monthly E-news
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 Choosing the right dog (28)
Choosing a breed, breeder, puppy & more
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 Your New Puppy (18)
He's here! Now what?
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 Survival kit for dog owners (51)
There's more to responsible dog ownership than just giving food & water
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 Breed profiles (76)
Profiles of dog breeds, wolves, coyotes & even the mixed breed dog
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 Wild canids (4)
Wolves and other canine relatives
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 Food and nutrition (8)
What a healthy dog needs & how to provide it
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 Dogs at work and play (38)
Obedience trials, conformation shows, agility, sled racing, dogs at work. . .
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 Health and veterinary information (74)
Canine problems, diseases & prevention
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 Manners & training (75)
How to have a well mannered dog, housetraining & more
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 Ask the dog trainer (24)
Our columnists' helpful answers
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 Miscellaneous articles (31)
If it doesn't fit elsewhere it's here
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 Kids and dogs (9)
Kids & dogs, bringing a new puppy home & more
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 Seasonal. travel and vacation (6)
Choosing a kennel or sitter, traveling with your dog, holiday hints & more. . . .
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 Canine aggression (7)
Canine aggression, drives and temperament
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 Canine behavior (22)
Understanding and dealing with common dog behavior
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 Rescue (18)
Rescue: a source of older pets, why people do rescue, rescue stories.
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 Canine issues (28)
Dogs & the law, breed specific legislation, limit laws, just what is the AKC?
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 The lighter side (4)
Just for fun
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 Book reviews (9)
A random selection of helpful and interesting books
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 Newest Articles (6)
Have you seen. . .?
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DOG E-news (8)
- DOG E-news, February, 2006: Labs still #1, Christmas puppy training help and other news
- DOG E-news, October 2005: Hurricane relief, back to school, Great Danes,
microchips, and canine flu
- DOG E-News, July 2005: Rally-O, coyotes, laws, adolescent pets and
more
- Dog E-News for January, 2005: So you got a puppy for Christmas - now what?
- DOG E-news October, 2004: Manners, National specialties and holidays
- DOG E-news May, 2004: Cicadas, storms and choosing a boarding kennel
- DOG E-news April, 2004: Dangerous dog conference in Cincinnati, OH
- DOG E-news March, 2004: The Iditarod race, Newfs at Westminster and heartworm
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Choosing the right dog (28)
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Your New Puppy (18)
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Survival kit for dog owners (51)
- Owning a dog calls for common sense and adaptability: Defining common sense dog ownership
- Dogs will be dogs: Dogs behave as they are wont to do, and therein lies the rub
- Dogs must be taught to not bite: How to do it depends on the dog's age
- Behavior blunders put Fido in hot water: Shelters are packed with misunderstood pooches
- Bringing Bowser home: What should I do first?
- Choosing a veterinarian : Your vet should be chosen with as much care
as your family doctor....
- The first six months: You're never too young to learn
- Puppy training techniques: Teaching your puppy his proper place in his
human family
- Dealing with common problems in puppys
first year: How can such a cute puppy be so-o-o bad?
- Housetraining your dog: Help with housetraining
- The joys and frustrations of new puppies: It's not ALL fun and games!
- A housetraining checklist: More help with housetraining
- Introduction to obedience training: The importance of obedience training
- Obedience training your dog: Teaching dog manners: Obedience training your dog
- Walking the dog: Walking the dog can be pleasure or pain -- the leash is in your hands
- Spay or neuter surgery: A prescription for better canine health
- Dog diseases: Dogs get sick....
- Vaccination: Shield against canine diseases.: Vaccination questions and answers by a vet
- Heartworm disease: An ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure
- Dog crates: The crate: a modern dog den
- Kids and dogs: Safety first: Kid-proof your dogs; dog-proof your kids
- Dogs and apartments: Can Canis lupus familiaris, the domestic dog, be happy in a high-rise?
- Sassy in suburbia: Keeping man's best friend out of trouble with the neighbors
- Please fence me in: Fencing facts
- Hidden fences: Out of sight may not mean peace of mind
- Flea season for Fido: Scratch, scratch, scratch . . . it's flea season for Fido
- Canine allergies: They cause Fido's itchy skin, not runny nose
- Fleas, flies, ticks, etc.: The critters that live on our critters
- Deceiving appearances: What looks like disobedience might be a health problem
- Signs of canine illness: How to tell if your dog is sick
- Is it an emergency?: These conditions require immediate attention
- First aid kit: A basic first aid kit
- National Animal Poison Control Center: ASPCA Poison Control Center helps vets and pets
- Getting ready for disaster: Dog owners should be prepared for calamity
- Over-the-counter drugs can poison pets: NSAIDs can jeopardize health and lives.
- A grooming primer: Rudiments of grooming
- Choosing a kennel or sitter: Choosing Sport's vacation home
- Surviving the holidays with your dog: Making holidays fun for the WHOLE family!
- Is your dog lost?: Here's how to increase your chances of getting him back!
- Taking care of an older dog: Age brings changes in pet behavior and health
- Canine common courtesy: Common courtesy and doggie etiquette protects owners and their neighbors
- Puppy adolescence: trials and tribulations: Tales of teenage terror
- This dog is driving me crazy! : Great expectations run amok
- Give that dog a job to keep him happy: "My dog is always into something."
- Canine communications : Woofs, howls, whines and whimpers compose communication, canine style
- Excessive barking: So how do I make Blackie stop barking up a storm?
- Rover needs a new home? Don't call the shelter: Here are some things to try first
- Canine chic: Accessories for Dancer and Sassy make livin’ easy
- Should Sassy have puppies? : There's more involved than you might think. . . .
- Moving day: Moving cross-country or cross-town, take steps to help Ranger enjoy his new home
- Behavior blunders put Fido in hot water: Shelters are packed with misunderstood pooches
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Breed profiles (76)
- Airedale Terrier: The Airedale Terrier reigns as the King of
Hearts
- Afghan: Ultimate in canine elegance
- Akita: Loyal friend from the Land of the Rising Sun
- American Staffordshire Terrier: Inherently vicious? Definitely not! Loyal, courageous and tough? You bet!
- American Eskimo: A bright white companion, well-suited for winter
- American Pit Bull Terrier: A gentle and courageous pet; a victim of bad press
- Australian Shepherds: Born to herd sheep and cattle in rugged western terrain
- Australian Cattle Dog: A working man’s dog from the land down under
- Basenji: Ancient African breed rediscovered
- Basset Hound: Long and low with lilting voice, the Basset Hound is a dog of distinction
- Beagle: The Beagle sings a merry tune as he follows his nose through life
- Belgian sheep-herding dogs: Versatile, enthusiastic, hard-working, and lovely to look at
- Bernese Mountain Dog: Stunning to look at, easy to own
- Bichon Frisé: Energy and affection in a powder-puff package
- Border Collie: The workaholic dog with a strong desire to please man
- Boston’s terrier is a jaunty gentleman: As American as apple pie and the Fourth of July
- Borzoi: The gentle Borzoi is strong, swift and supremely graceful
- Boxer: Sleek and muscular, the Boxer is a loyal family companion with a streak of joy
- Briard: A strong and gentle heart wrapped in fur
- Brittany: A happy-go-lucky hunting companion and family pet
- Bulldog: Bulldogs look gruff but are really sweet and gentle
- Canaan Dog: Israel's natural breed; loyal, protective, and talented
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever: An American original
- Chihuahua: A pint-sized canine with a macho streak
- Chow Chow: An Oriental masterpiece charms American families
- Cocker Spaniel: A popular pet with a merry disposition
- Collie: Bright and brainy with a gentle demeanor
- Curly Coated Retrievers are fetching dogs: Charming and versatile dogs little known in US
- Dachshund: Delightful, dynamic and droll; a family dog
- Dalmatian: Spotted, dotted clown
- Doberman: Agile Dobermans were born to work
- English Springer Spaniel: A versatile hunter and pet; a happy-go-luck charmer
- English Setter: A gentle aristocrat at home and in the field
- Fox Terrier: Happy go lucky dogs with a talent for mischief
- German Shepherd: Versatility on four feet
- Golden Retriever: Lives and breathes to love his family
- Great Pyrenees: A shepherd's dog and a family companion
- Great Dane: A regal, gentle guardian in giant's clothing
- Greyhound: Swift, sweet, and graceful at home and in the field
- Havanese: The happy-go-lucky Havanese is a delightful companion
- Siberian Husky: "On, King! On, you Huskies!"
- Jack Russell Terrier: Legendary fox hunter is vigorous, scrappy, and bold
- Keeshond: Pert and smiley with a stubborn streak
- Kerry Blue Terrier: A bit of blarney inhabits Ireland's National Dog
- Labrador Retriever: A good family dog for an active household
- Leonberger: The gentle giant from Germany
- Livestock guard dogs: They pursue ancient work as shepherds' aides
- Alaskan Malamute: Durable, faithful, intelligent working companion
- Miniature Pinscher: King of Toys or court jester, this tiny might needs a firm hand and a sense of humor
- Mixed breed: The Heinz 57 is the dog for me
- Newfoundland: Adaptable, gentle giants
- Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: Tollers win hearts and influence people
- Papillon: The bright butterfly dog from the courts of Europe
- Much ado about poo: Are Cock-a-poo's, Peke-a-poo's and the other poo dogs real breeds?
- Poodle: Oodles of poodles touch the hearts of countless thousands of dog owners
- Pug: Playful, charming, and dignified--- A lot of dog in a little package
- Rare breeds: Canine rarities
- Rhodesian Ridgeback: Africa’s big tough lion dog
- Rottweiler: A tough, dependable companion with a heart of gold
- Elegance, thy name is Saluki: The Saluki is a dog of form, function, and unsurpassed grace in the field
- Samoyed: Beauty and brains in a white fur coat
- Schipperke: "The little captain" guards his home against vermin and intruders
- Miniature Schnauzer: Salt and pepper mischief-maker is delightful family pet
- Scottish Terrier: Independent and self-reliant; a spirited companion
- Shar-Pei: A companion and guardian wrapped in whiskery wrinkles
- Shetland Sheepdog: Bright, happy-go-lucky herding dogs are devoted companions
- The Shiba Inu looks small, thinks big: Spunk in a 20-pound package
- Shih Tzu: Royal dignity and loving affection
- Spaniels: Happy-go-lucky hunters and companions, spaniels have something for every dog lover
- St. Bernard: The heart and soul of a gentle giant
- Weimaraner: The gray ghost of field and family room
- Welsh Corgi: Small dogs with big dog hearts
- Welsh Terrier: Britain's oldest breed
- Wheaten Terrier: Irish legends come alive for modern owners
- The Whippet: Once a rabbit hunter, today’s Whippet is at home on the couch and in the coursing field
- Yorkies, Silkies, and Aussies: A tale of three terriers
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Wild canids (4)
- African wild dog: Rare wild dogs give clues to pet behavior
- Coyote: Shy, adaptable, and intelligent; and not threat to man
- Dingo: Australias Dingo has counterparts throughout
the world
- Wolf: Father and brother to the dog
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Food and nutrition (8)
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Dogs at work and play (38)
- Canine Conditioning: Canine athletes and workers need coaching and
conditioning for success
- Conformation shows: Here she is - Miss American-Bred!
- Take me out to the dog show, take me out with the crowd ...: Why the people and dogs do what they do.
- Obedience trials: The sport of obedience
- ILP numbers allow any dog to compete in AKC performance events: Shelter and rescue dogs can compete in obedience and agility events
- Obedience titles: CD/Companion dog: Companion dogs meet certain standards
- Obedience titles: CDX/Companion dog excellent: Step two: The companion dog goes excellent
- Obedience titles: Utility dog; utility dog excellent: Steps three and four: Utility Dog, then Excellent
- Rally-O!!: AKCs newest sport is fun for pets
- The sport of agility: Dogdom's newest fun sport
- Dog Clubs: A world of fun, joy, and competition for all
who love dogs
- So you want to breed and show dogs?: Its a cakewalk, right? WRONG!
- Going hiking?: Take Sassy along!
- Westminster bound: A close encounter of the dog kind
- Why bother with AKC registration....?: ... So you can participate in a world of AKC activities
- Junior handlers: Teamwork in the show ring: the ultimate bond between you and your dog
- Conditioning for canines: Canine athletes need coaching and conditioning for success
- Herding dogs: Herding dogs made livestock farming, wool industry possible
- Herding trials: Border Collies put to the test
- Book Review: Eminent Dogs, Dangerous Men: A sheepman’s view of Border Collies and their owners
- Ohio Border Collies keep geese away: Ivy works out at Newtown, Ohio country club
- US's top performance Canaan dog: Wolf in the fold, tunnel, and ring
- Sporting dog trials: Joy and enthusism mark sporting dog trials
- Working dogs: Canine companions are Jacks of all trades and masters of many
- The Iditarod: Alaska's "last great race."
- Spirit is a water rescue dog!: 6 tests required for Newfoundland title
- Zealot designs a draft test: Newfs were bred for drafting and enjoy it!
- Newfoundlands can go home: The great Newfoundland Dog Trek of 1997
- Search and rescue dogs: They follow their noses to lost and injured humans
- Parker: Search dog extraordinaire: An exceptional search and rescue dog
- Grace under water: A search and rescue Norwegian Elkhound?
- Cadaver dog helps bring peace to families of victims: Kelley Belle Lion of Combs aides rescue services at disaster sites
- Service dogs begin as foster puppies: Foster owners tell their story
- Therapy, guide and assistance dogs: Dogs helping people lead independent lives
- New horizons for therapy dogs: Redi and Spirit bring cheer to homeless families
- Dogs with Jobs:
Working Dogs Around the World: New book highlights amazing man-and-dog partnerships
- UKC sold: The nation’s second-oldest dog registry changes hands
- Eden Alternative adds animals to retirement
centers: Akbash Dog is Link to love at Llanfair
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Health and veterinary information (74)
- Choosing a veterinarian : Your vet should be chosen with as much care
as your family doctor....
- Canine Conditioning: Canine athletes and workers need coaching and
conditioning for success
- Canine Diabetes: Dogs get diabetes too
- Dog diseases: Dogs get sick....
- The eyes have it: All about canine eyes
- Breeders, scientists work to protect dogs: Advances in combating diseases, injuries
- Puppy viruses: Distemper and Parvovirus can mean big trouble
- What is a disease?: Canine illness can take many forms
- Leptospirosis outbreaks tough to diagnose: Disease may be caused by proximity to wildlife
- Diagnostic tests save pet lives: Modern medicine's advances help your vet
- Is it an emergency?: These conditions require immediate attention
- First aid kit: A basic first aid kit
- Spay or neuter surgery: A prescription for better canine health
- Early sterilization surgery: A sure-fire way to prevent unwanted litters?
- When Ranger has hip dysplasia . . .: Here are some things you can do.
- Alternative diets and holistic treatments: Choices for dog owners and veterinarians
- Homeopathic medicine: Herbalists, homeopaths gain ground in canine medicine
- Canine Acupuncture: Dogs can get needled back to good health
- Intestinal upsets: Grumbling guts mean trouble for dogs and owners
- Should Sassy have puppies? : There's more involved than you might think. . . .
- Hot spots: Hot spots frustrate dogs and owners alike
- Heartworm disease: An ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure
- It's all in the genes: Dogs can inherit more than pretty looks from Mom and Dad
- Breaking the canine genetic code: Scientists work to build a genetic map
- Canine fur: What's fur?
- Canine allergies: They cause Fido's itchy skin, not runny nose
- Flea season for Fido: Scratch, scratch, scratch . . . it's flea season for Fido
- Canine feet: Getting from here to there: healthy canine feet make the going easy
- ER for animals: Emergency clinics take over when veterinarians go home
- Nail clipping can be easier: Proper training can reduce the stress
- The nose knows: Canine scents and sensibilities
- Book review: Living with a deaf dog: Is your dog deaf? Read this book!
- Cushing's disease: Cushing's disease can trouble older dogs
- The critters on our critters: Fleeing fleas? Ticked at ticks? Read on.
- Canine coughs: A cough is not necessarily a cold
- Veterinary chiropractic care: Spirit in holistic land
- American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation: AKC, clubs, and fanciers seek cures for canine diseases
- Human cancer treatment goes to the dogs: Radiation gives dogs a leg up on cancer cure
- Blastomycosis: There could be a fungus among us
- Bloat: Deep-chested dogs are susceptible to gastric torsion; the dreaded "bloat"
- Autoimmune diseases: Immune system failures are a serious threat to your dog's health
- Arthritis: Arthritis is a pain in the joints
- Deceiving appearances: What looks like disobedience might be a health problem
- Summertime fun: Fun in the sun with Rover
- Canine worms: Watch out for worms
- Cold weather complications: Protecting Fido from winter hazards
- Winter woes: Voracious appetites, malicious mischief can mark winter days with pets
- Guide to careers: Vet techs: Veterinary technicians combine science and snuggling to help animal patients
- Veterinary Technicians: The physician's assistants of the animal world
- Vaccination: Shield against canine diseases.: Vaccination questions and answers by a vet
- Annual vaccinations come under scrutiny : Are changes in the wind?
- TTouch helps end submissive urination: Maggie doesn't piddle in fear any more
- More on Ttouch: Tellington Touch can calm nerves, reduce tension and improve quality of life
- The Tellington Touch: The touch that heals
- Canine thyroid disease can be tough to diagnose: The symptoms can be legion and sometimes contradictory
- Thanks: A personal note
- Mange: The mystery of mange
- Canine surgery: A guided tour through canine surgery
- Zoonotic diseases: Diseases common to animals and humans
- Canine skin: Protection from the whimsies and weapons of the environment
- Signs of canine illness: How to tell if your dog is sick
- Rabies: What every dog owner should know about rabies
- A Precious gift of life and love: Farewell to a friend
- National Animal Poison Control Center: ASPCA Poison Control Center helps vets and pets
- PennHip Q & A: Veterinarians answer PennHip questions
- PennHip method of diagnosing hip dysplasia: New x-ray technology for assessing canine hip health
- The older dog: Age brings changes in pet behavior and health
- Obesity in dogs: A major problem for pet dogs
- Over-the-counter drugs can poison pets: NSAIDs can jeopardize health and lives.
- Canine teeth: My, what big teeth you have
- Form and function: what's it all about?: The hip bone's connected to the thigh bone...
- Tiny Giardia can make Fido mighty sick : Small organism can be big trouble
- Genetic testing for breeding dogs? : Should dogs be genetically tested before having
puppies?
- How do breeders choose which dogs to breed?: There's more involved then availability, looks,
and temperament
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Manners & training (75)
- Dealing with common problems in puppys
first year: How can such a cute puppy be so-o-o bad?
- Puppy training techniques: Teaching your puppy his proper place in his
human family
- Puppy Socialization: What is puppy socialization and why is it important?
- How to socialize your puppy: Puppies need handling from day one
- Summertime socialization: Summertime, and the livin is easy for
socialized dogs and their owners
- The taming of Tansy: Careful planning keeps last season's puppy
from turning into this season's nuisance
- Dogs will be dogs: Dogs behave as they are wont to do, and therein lies the rub
- Canine food training: Food for thought and dog training
- Behavior blunders put Fido in hot water: Shelters are packed with misunderstood pooches
- The first six months: You're never too young to learn
- Puppy adolescence: Trials and tribulations
- Dog crates: The crate: a modern dog den
- More on dog crates: More on crates: types, size, cost, using a crate to help with training
- This dog is driving me crazy! : Great expectations run amok
- Owning a dog calls for common sense and adaptability: Defining common sense dog ownership
- Making peace between dogs and cats: Is coexistence possible?
- Jean Donaldson seminar: Cutting edge dog training
- Noisy dog?: Get control now
- Fighting furry furies?: Dogs and cats don't always have to fight like cats and dogs
- Click, treat, learn: Next step in dog training evolution?
- Gardening with canine assistance: Mo-OM! Rover's in the garden and he's digging up the...!
- Give that dog a job to keep him happy: "My dog is always into something."
- Good manners at the vet and groomer: Socialization outside the home
- Head collars: Head collars can prevent arm-yanking walks
- Feisty females: Female dogs climb the canine corporate ladder with ferocious determination
- Much ado about "responsible dog ownership": It's more than just being kind to your dog
- Our dogs, our responsibilities: An ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure
- Deceiving appearances: What looks like disobedience might be a health problem
- Excessive barking: So how do I make Blackie stop barking up a storm?
- "No bite!": Angel days and devil days: teaching bite inhibition to puppies
- Body language matters!: "It’s not what you say but how you say it!"
- Canine common courtesy: Common courtesy and doggie etiquette protects owners and their neighbors
- Conditioning for canines: Canine athletes need coaching and conditioning for success
- Ask the clicker trainer: What you click is what you get
- The eyes have it:: Teach your pup to look deep into your eyes to set the stage for training
- No! Down! Bad dog! : When jumping dogs drive you crazy ...
- The bare necessities of "come": The secret to teaching a happy recall
- From dolphins to dogs: Click and treat training: A review of the Click! & Treat Training Kit, a videotape and booklet set by Gary Wilkes, author of The Behavior Sampler and presenter of seminars that teach this non-coercive training method.
- High energy dogs!: Some dogs are charter members of the canine energy club...
- Minimizing owner surrenders: Owner ignorance populates shelters with abandoned dogs and cats
- Puppies really can learn! : Even when they're younger than six months
- The secret of a happy recall: What every owner would like to see
- "He didn't like it so we stopped.": Knee deep in red flags
- Respect and compromise: Recipe for a happy canine family
- Runaway dog!: When Fido wins the race to the doorknob
- Help! My dog won't come when I call him!: How can I get him to be more obedient?
- Summertime fun: Fun in the sun with Rover
- Canine playtime: All work and no play makes Fido a dull dog
- Terrier terrors: Terriers just wanna have fun!
- Thunderstorm tips: Flash! Boom! There goes Rover under the bed....
- Treat training: Bribing Miss Daisy
- Firmness works for dogs, too!: "But how can I say 'no' to him, he's just so cute?
- Walking the dog: Walking the dog can be pleasure or pain -- the leash is in your hands
- Dogs and wildlife: Wildlife + dogs can be a formula for disaster
- Puppy social skills: Puppies need social skills to become friendly guardians
- Who’s in charge here, anyway?: Why don't we get any respect?
- Obedience training your dog: Teaching dog manners: How, why and where
- Surviving the holidays with your dog: Making holidays fun for the WHOLE family!
- A housetraining checklist: Help with housetraining
- Housetraining your dog: Help with housetraining
- Kids and dogs: Safety first: Kid-proof your dogs; dog-proof your kids
- Kids and dogs: A common sense approach: Vicki Rodenberg's award-winning column
- Puppy chewing: Puppy days can be frustrating or fun -- you choose which!
- Moving day: Moving cross-country or cross-town, take steps to help Ranger enjoy his new home
- The prong collar: Is the prong collar an instrument of torture or a universal training
device?
- Rover needs a new home? Don't call the shelter: Here are some things to try first
- Introduction to obedience training: The importance of obedience training
- Obedience Q & A: Elementary, my dear doggie!
- Obedience tips from the pros: Play with your dog for fun and sharper performances
- An obedience training glossary: Some common obedience terms
- Pack dynamics: Much ado about nothing or the key to a well-behaved companion dog?
- Living with the high prey drive dog: Some dogs just aren't couch potatoes
- He didn't real-l-l-y mean it!: "And he mostly doesn't bite!"
- "My dog always jumps on me.…": "Four on the floor" is the rule for
bouncy dogs
- Dogs must be taught to not bite: How to do it depends on the dog's age
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Miscellaneous articles (31)
- DOG E-news March, 2004: Newfs, the iditarod and heartworm}
- DOG E-news April, 2004: Dangerous dog conference in Cincinnati, OH
- DOG E-news for December, 2004: Vaccinations, choosing a vet, a new first puppy
and a dog for Christmas?
- DOG E-news October, 2004: Manners, National specialties and holidays
- Animal charities solicit dollars from pet lovers: Help with making informed choices
- DOG E-news May, 2004: Cicadas, storms and choosing a boarding kennel
- Doggy Day Care: Doggy day care fills a niche for dogs and owners
- How do breeders keep up with the latest information?: It takes more than nature and luck to produce
good puppies
- How much is that puppy in the litter box?: A Dog Breeder's Round table discussion on pricing
- Want to contact us?: Here's how
- Terhune sparked love of Collies for generations
of readers: Portion of estate remains as park
- Introducing the breeder panel: These are the folks who answer questions. .
. .
- How do breeders choose which dogs to breed?: There's more involved then availability, looks,
and temperament
- How do breeders choose which dogs to breed?: There's more involved then availability, looks,
and temperament
- Going hiking?: Take Sassy along!
- AKC welcomes six new breeds: Six new breeds accepted in 2001
- AKC lists favorite breeds for 2000: Once again, the Labrador Retriever is America’s favorite dog
- Family books and videos from Amazon.com: Books and videos you and your family can enjoy together
- Getting ready for disaster: Dog owners should be prepared for calamity
- Alaskan dogs brighten our "no dogs" vacation: Dog withdrawal can be a frightening thing. . . .
- ILP numbers allow any dog to compete in AKC performance events: Shelter and rescue dogs can compete in obedience and agility events
- DOG celebrates 10 years: Changes in canine medicine, training, laws highlight the decade
- A dog owner's guide to the Internet: More than just the web
- Halloween horror story: Once upon a time, a dog was stolen and killed
- Canine chic: Accessories for Dancer and Sassy make livin’ easy
- Animal charities solicit dollars from pet lovers: Help with making informed choices
- Careers with canines: Want to work with and for pets? Here are some careers and jobs in the world of dogs
- Careers with canines (Part 2) : Here are more careers and jobs in the world of dogs
- A guide to classified ads: What "Needs room to run" really means...
- UKC sold: The nation’s second-oldest dog registry changes hands
- Form and function: what's it all about?: The hip bone's connected to the thigh bone...
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Kids and dogs (9)
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Seasonal. travel and vacation (6)
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Canine aggression (7)
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Rescue (18)
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Canine issues (28)
- Animal charities solicit dollars from pet lovers: Help with making informed choices
- DOG E-news April, 2004: Dangerous dog conference in Cincinnati, OH
- Maddies Fund: Maddies Fund helps shelters reduce dog
deaths
- Dogs and the law: When emotion enters the door, good sense goes out the window
- More on dogs and the law: Irresponsible owners and animal rights activists propel a plethora of restrictive dog laws
- Making Sparky legal: Ohio Dog laws: Licenses, leashes and rabies shots
- Our dogs, our responsibilities: An ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure
- Much ado about "responsible dog ownership": It's more than just being kind to your dog
- San Francisco's SPCA stops the killing: San Francisco's SPCA leads the way in philosophy and results
- No-kill shelters spotlighted on national stage: SFSPCA shows it can be done
- Ohio surveys shelter operations and needs: What's really going on in Ohio shelters?
- Conference discusses "pet overpopulation": Experts target the "disease of euthanasia"
- Book review: Save Our Strays: A comprehensive look at dog and cat population problems and solutions
- Book review: Second Start: Creative Rehoming of Dogs: A innovative look at a perpetual problem
- Minimizing owner surrenders: Owner ignorance populates shelters with abandoned dogs and cats
- Matching dogs and people: Susan Sternberg helps shelters evaluate "fantastic dogs"
- Just what is a puppy mill?: Could it depend on who you ask?
- Puppymill nightmare: Canine victims suffer deprivation and death in nightmare puppymill
- How to stop a puppy mill: If you think you've found a puppy mill, there are several things you can do
- What does AKC registration really mean?: It's not a mark of quality
- AKC inspections: Now registrations can be revoked for substandard conditions
- County agency helps lost dogs get back home: License database, phone line and audio response unit reunite dogs and owners
- Microchips: Grain-sized microchip can be Fido's ticket home
- Banned In Cincinnati!: My Amstaff was banned in Cincinnati....
- Pit bulls no longer banned in Cincinnati: Ohio Valley Dog Owners, Cincinnati Kennel Club
helped draft new city dog control law
- Cincinnati, Ohio, dog law activity: Southwestern Ohio anti-dog laws gather steam
- Dog limit called unconstitutional in Minnesota: Judge says: "an invalid exercise of police power violating the plaintiffs' Constitutional right to due process."
- Animal charities solicit dollars from pet lovers: Help with making informed choices
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