December 2006
Butt Wait, There’s More!
Subscribers Only The anatomically correct name for the organs discussed in the article, “Butt Scoot Boogie” (WDJ October 2006), is anal sacs. This term was used in one paragraph but the rest of the article referenced anal glands.
Communicate With Your Veterinarian
Subscribers Only Randy Boucher of Philadelphia took his new Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy on her first veterinary visit armed with a binder full of diet and vaccine recommendations from his holistically oriented breeder.
Canine Eating Disorders
Subscribers Only Anorexia, bulimia, and weird pregnancy cravings are common in humans, but did you know dogs have eating disorders, too?
Dog Agility Training
Subscribers Only Owning an aggressive, fearful, or other type of “special needs” dog is stressful. When your dog overreacts to other dogs or just the stimulus of being out in the world by barking, lunging, and exhibiting overexcited, out-of-control behavior, it can become so unpleasant that you start leaving him at home more and more.
Diet and the Older Dog
Subscribers Only We all want our dogs to enjoy the highest quality of life for the longest possible time. Proper diet, adequate exercise, weight control, appropriate supplements, and good veterinary care can all help our dogs remain active and vibrant well into their senior years.
Dog Training Down Under
Subscribers Only Just a few days ago, my husband, Paul, and I were strolling Darling Harbour in Sydney, Australia, hand in hand. I had been offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the main speaker at the annual conference of the Australia APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers), expenses paid!
Don't Whisper
Subscribers Only Setting out on a long drive the other day, I turned on my radio just in time to hear the host of a show introduce his guest: Cesar Millan, the controversial dog trainer and star of the National Geographic Channel’s television show, “Dog Whisperer.” Grrr.
