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As the convicted NFL star finishes his sentence under home confinement, what has happened to the dozens of dogs seized from his hideaway?
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Let’s go Camping!
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Contents June/July 2009
Photo: Gary Kalpakov, Best Friends Animal Society
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features 18 Take the heat off!
Canine hyperthermia can be a threat during the summer – help your dog stay cool and comfortable
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22 Training wheels
The difference between an enriching and stressful training class hinges on choosing the right one and preparing your dog to succeed
26 Stormy weather
Does Rover start quaking when he hears thunder? Here are some ways to help him over his fear
30 Take care!
Want to introduce him to doggie daycare? Find the right facility -- and help him enjoy being there
32 Let’s go camping!
What could be more fun than spending quality time with your dog in the great outdoors? A camping trip might be just the ticket
36 Strapped for time?
Today’s busy lifestyles mean our dogs and cats may not get all the TLC they deserve – services geared for on-the-go animal lovers are ready to step in and help out
45 Scrumptious & sustainable
This company walks its talk by specializing in earth-friendly treats for dogs
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46 Dog days
We often take water for granted, but it can be a lifesaver in hot weather; make sure he stays safely hydrated all summer long
50 Number crunching
How many pups get ear infections? Do only cats get UTIs? Here’s what we can learn from the statistics compiled by pet insurance companies
52 Top 10 homeopathic remedies
Check out the most common homeopathic remedies used in holistic veterinary medicine
56 True victory
Where are the Michael Vick dogs today and how are they faring? Here’s the happy ending to the story
64 E is for enzymes
What exactly are they, and why are they so important? Learning the ABCs of enzymes can help you understand what’s best for your dog or cat
70 Food for the road
Traveling with your dog doesn’t have to mean leaving home prepared goodness behind
75 Back to basics A long-time interest in holistic health led this entrepreneur to create a unique herbal supplement for dogs
78 On trust
What would happen to your animal if you passed away or were incapacitated by illness or injury? A pet trust can help ensure she’ll be cared for if the worst happens
84 Chain of love
Rescuing and re-homing dogs in a big city like L.A. involves a lot of networking and co-operation – follow Elfie on her journey from death row to her new home.
86 Clear as crystal
They’re beautiful, alluring and have healing powers... find out how crystals and gems can enhance your dog or cat’s well being
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Yakkity yak
40 Dr. Martin Goldstein 62 Warm & fuzzy 76 Communication 82 Passages
Departments
90 Book reviews
8 Editorial
98 The tail end
12 Mail bag 29 Product picks 58 Wellness resource guide 68 The scoop 91 Ad spots
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96 Events calendar 97 Classifieds animal wellness
Dog photo: ©Isselee | Dreamstime.com Camping photo: ©Klikk | Dreamstime.com
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camping! What could be more fun than spending quality time with your dog in the great outdoors? A camping trip might be just the ticket. by Liz Palika
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’m sitting on the ground with my back against a huge redwood tree. My American shepherd, Bashir, is by my side. The woods around us smell damp and although I can also smell some of the plants, I know he’s smelling much more because his nose is twitching vigorously as he inhales. About 30 feet behind us, the river is burbling as it moves over smooth, water polished stones. Overhead, through the treetops, I see a deep blue sky. Ahhh! I don’t think there is anything more peaceful. My husband and I both grew up in families that went camping two or three times every summer and now, years later, we still enjoy camping. We’ve camped in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the California coastal redwoods, the mountains of Arizona, the hills of North Carolina, the beaches of southern California, and the plains of the Dakotas. We share our joy of being outside with our dogs, and a huge part of our camping fun is watching our dogs’ reaction to the world around them. Last year, we took Bashir for his first camping trip to the beach. He’s a well traveled dog, but had never been to the beach before. The sand was okay, and the dried seaweed got a good sniff, but he wasn’t sure about the waves. The first wave that wet his paws caused him to jump backwards about 20 feet, and I’m sorry to say, we did laugh at him. But over the course of an hour or so he got braver. Of course, I’m sure the fact that the older dogs were splashing in the water, retrieving thrown sticks, and just generally having a great time also gave him some confidence. Before we went back
to our campgrounds that day, Bashir was thoroughly wet and sandy and very proud of himself.
Photo: ©Robertsj | Dreamstime.com
Ahead of time Taking your dog camping will require some advance planning. First of all, not all campgrounds allow dogs and those that do often require reservations made well ahead of time. The internet is a great resource; find the campground you would like to visit and find out if it allows dogs and what their rules are – Dogfriendly.com is a good resource. In addition, the American Automobile Association offers books with information on hotels, motels and campgrounds, and lists those that allow animals.
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