AKC Gazette

AKC Gazette November 2009



Chill Out
Ice! Wind! Snowbank-scaling Samoyeds! Winter can mean an avalanche of trouble, but planning ahead can help you survive the season.

By Susan McCullough
Photo istockphoto.com

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



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The Rookies
The family wanted a pet. In Ch. Count Miguel of Tuckaway they got a dandy one, and much, much more.

By Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz
Photo courtesy owner

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



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Katrina’s Silver Lining
The horrors of this monster hurricane spurred efforts to establish laws aimed at protecting pets during disasters.

By Barbara Wicklund
Photo Shutterstock.com ©Pattie Steib

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



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Feet of Fire
American agility competitors make a strong showing on the international stage.

By Robert McKowen
Photo courtesy Carrie de Young ©AKC


For this full feature story, see the November 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 JUDGE'S 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.

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.

Ten Tips for...Cleaning the Worst Canine Messes (other than hair, which requires a story all its own).
Got slingers on the ceiling? Ever have to pick up after a dog with the runs? We’ll talk to experts on ways to maintain a clean home, good reputation with your neighbors, and your sanity at the same time.

Not far from the tree
A celebration of mother-daughter fancier teams.

When a Dog Dies
We talk to fanciers, breeders, pet owners on how they cope.

Soothing an Itchy Beast
We will look at some of the causes of and treatments for itchy dogs.



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