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AKC Gazette

AKC Gazette Nov 2008



A Bold and Valiant Figure
The Giant Schnauzer is a force to be reckoned with.

By Susan McCullough
Photo By
Barry Mike Stoller

For this full feature story, see the November 2008 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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Dreaming of Dogs
They occupy our waking hours, but what does it mean when they show up as we sleep?

By Roxanne Hawn
Illustrations by Amy L. Wasserman

For this full feature story, see the November 2008 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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Lessons of Youth
Mentoring junior handlers reaps huge rewards for all generations.

By Lisa M. Curry, Esq.
Photo Courtesy Marti Congleton

For this full feature story, see the November 2008 issue of AKC GAZETTE.



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The Scottish Breeds
The hardy dogs of rugged mountain and moor bear testimony to a bygone way of life.

By Jan Mahood
Photo © Daniel Dempster Photography

For this full feature story, see the November 2008 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

Hard Times
Stories of people who kept their dogs healthy and happy despite serious money troubles. Feature includes tips for frugal dog-keeping that will be useful in fat times as well as lean.

Blood Disorders
Like humans,dogs suffer from a variety of blood disorders, including hemophilia and von Willebrand's disease. Knowing if your dog is at risk can be a lifesaver.

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. Large chart looking at key statistics, death tolls, costs, etc.

Brucellosis
A serious bacterial disease, Brucellosis infects as many as 10 percent of breeding dogs, and the incidence seems to be on the rise. One of the problems is the misconception that it can only be spread by sexual contact. In reality, it can be found wherever dogs gather.

A Long Trip to the Whelping Box
After 34 years, a German Shepherd Dog breeder revives one of her favorite stud dogs.

Doberman Pinschers at the Century Mark
The breed celebrates, and this feature will celebrate this sturdy working dog.

The Cutting Edge: Animal Specialty Centers
MRIs, chemotherapy, acupuncture. Veterinary care today is becoming increasingly sophisticated, and specialty centers are popping up all over to meet the demand for the latest in medical treatment for pets.

Class Acts
A veteran handling-class instructor talks about her most memorable students, including the leather-and-studs-clad biker guy, who roared up to class with a big attitude and a Chihuahua in his pocket.



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