Dog World - May 2012 - Volume 97 - Number 5

FEATURES
36 Choosing Your Next Performance Dog
A three-step approach will help you identify your future all-star puppy.
By Diana Kerew-Shaw

40 Hello World!
10 ways to build puppy confidence and raise a happy, easy-going dog.
By Liz Palika

42 Puppy Aptitude Tests: Crystal Balls or Hocus Pocus?
Experts and owners weigh in on the evaluations that allegedly forecast a puppy’s temperament and abilities.
By D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.

46 Dog WorldRecommends
10 great products for your new puppy.

26 MEET THE BREED: A Wrinkle in Time
In only 50 years, the Chinese Shar-Pei went from being nearly extinct to one of the world’s most recognizable breeds.
By Kim Campbell Thornton

34 Paddle With Your Dog
10 steps to a safe and fun aquatic outing with your canine first mate.
By Lynn Hayner

50 Solving the Pet Insurance Puzzle
A guide to determining the best policy for you and your dogs.
By Meredith Wargo

54 RARE BREED SPOTLIGHT: Tiger Dog
Originally a skilled hunter in the mountains of Japan,the Kai Ken now enjoys life as a steadfast companion and watchdog.
By Alice Bixler

COLUMNS
4 From the Editor
New Appreciation
By Jackie Brown

16 Advice From the Natural Vet
The Vaccine Balancing Act: A holistic approach to puppy vaccinations.
By Deva Khalsa,V.M.D.

18 Conformation Corner
Puppy Prep School: It’s never too early to teach your future show dog the vital lessons it needs to know.
By Jeffrey G. Pepper

20 Breeder’s Notebook
Feeding the Extremes: What puppy diets are best for giant and toy breeds?
By D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.

22 Training and Behavior
Puppy Exercise 101:
Stay away from activities that stress your puppy’s growing body.
By M. Christine Zink, D.V.M., Ph.D.

24 In the Community Investing in the Future: Indigo Rescue co-founder Heather Hines turns a generous gift into a money-making legacy.
By Wendy Bedwell-Wilson

72 My Story
A Little Help From My Friend:
With her Cocker Spaniel’s love and patience, a woman; overcomes her paralyzing anxiety.

DEPARTMENTS
6 INBOX
7 READER PHOTOS
8 ONLINE CONTENT AND CONTESTS
10 FIRST THINGS
14 CANINE NEWS
53 DOG SHOP
57 BREEDER DIRECTORY
70 GENERAL CLASSIFIED ADS
71 ADVERTISER INDEX

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