Whole Dog Journal ~ July 2004

Volume 7
Number 7
July 2004

Features
Editorial
Letters

July 2004

Mixing It Up
“Dog food pre-mixes” are an easy way to try preparing your dog’s food yourself.

Prevention Beats Remediation
WDJ interviews Dr. Ian Dunbar, father of the positive training movement, about the importance of your dog’s first 12 weeks.

Use Corticosteroids With Caution
Depending on the situation, these drugs can save lives, or endanger them.

Monkey See, Monkey Do?
Take advantage of “social learning” to help your new dog learn from a more experienced, well-mannered dog.

Lay Your Hands On Dogs
Touching your dog has surprising benefits for both of you.

Beyond Food and Water
Giving shelter dogs a home-like environment helps them find homes.

Move Away From the Light
“Electric flea traps” that use light as bait are ineffective for flea control.