AKC Gazette

AKC Gazette June 2009



Flexible Flyers
Fast, furious, and thrilling, the AKC National Agility Championship showcases canine talent from all over America.

By Penny Leigh
Photo Great Dane Photos ©AKC

For this full feature story, see the June 2009 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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Healing Water
A troubled teen and a tenacious terrier add up to a perfect picture..

By Kirsten Marek, DVM
Illustration by Stanislawa Kodman

For this full feature story, see the June 2009 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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10 Tips for … Screening Puppy Buyers
From the heart of Bo-Mania, Portuguese Water Dog fanciers share insights on making a sensible choice.

By Mara Bovsun
Photo Kira Sexton ©AKC

For this full feature story, see the June 2009 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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Blood Siege
What happens when a Poodle’s immune system attacks his platelets?

By Jeff Grognet, DVM
Photo istockphoto.com

For this full feature story, see the June 2009 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

BETTER BREEDING
Expert breeders share important advice on breeding strategies, selecting breeding stock, whelping and raising puppies, finding the right homes for puppies, and other topics.

HEALTHY DOG
A roundup of important dog-related health and science reporting by nationally recognized veterinary specialists.

FUTURE FANCY
Young people are the future of dog fancy. These are a few of their success stories.

BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING
Professional trainers and behaviorists share advice and techniques.

SUCCESS STORIES
Profiles of dog people who succeed in different ways, inside and outside the ring.

THE JUDGES EYE
Top dog-show judges share their insights about evaluating purebreds and the techniques that allow exhibitors to bring out the best in their dogs.

VERSATILE DOG
Highlighting dogs who compete in both conformation and other dog sports.

NUTRITION
The latest news and information from the developing field of canine nutrition.



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EVERY ISSUE ALSO INCLUDES
ON ALL FRONTS
A roundup of important and entertaining dog-related news from around the world.

BREED COLUMNS
A time-honored GAZETTE tradition, where representatives from each breed’s national club share information and insights about that breed.

AKC UPDATES and THE SECRETARY’S PAGE
The official record of AKC business, plus reports and previews of AKC-sponsored events and programs.

TIMES PAST
The history of purebred dogs, told with vintage text and photos from the GAZETTE archives.

BREEDERS’ CLASSIFIEDS
A listing of breeders and dog clubs nationwide.

EVENTS CALENDAR SECTION
Every month the GAZETTE is available with a 100-plus–page AKC EVENTS CALENDAR section. A must-have for people with a serious interest in canine activities, this is the official, detailed list of entry information on every upcoming AKC-sanctioned event across the country.



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Look for these stories in upcoming issues of the AKC GAZETTE

Canine Conservation Corps
From African cheetahs to endangered South American snakes, conservationists are using the scenting power of dogs to help save a whole host of rare animals and their habitats. We explore this trend with one of the most unusual projects, an effort in Idaho to save a nearly extinct blue butterfly using a Belgian Sheepdog named Rogue, who has been trained to sniff out the plant that the butterfly calls home.

The Hurricane: Then and Now
How has the Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act improved things for pets trapped in disaster areas? We compare Katrina to Ike.

Fine Needlework
A look at how veterinarians are using acupuncture to treat pain and canine ills.

Herbs and Herbal Treatment
An expert in the use of herbal treatments in dogs talks about the most credible cures, and those you should avoid.

Succession Planning
You’ve spent a lifetime developing bloodlines, methods, and a reputation. But what happens after you’re gone? Tips for passing on what you’ve learned.



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