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2009, 2010 & 2011 Best Special Interest Magazine,

Maxwell Medallion Winner Awarded by the Dog Writers Association of America!

DogSport Magazine Current/Back Issue Information listed below:

Issue November/December 2012
Special Edition: Training Ideas

 

• —– 10 Tips for Training The Tunnel
• —– Lessons From A Superhero
• —– Doodling For Enhanced Performance
• —– Snapshot: Dock Dogs!
• —– Veteran Dogs
• —– Training Your Second Dog
• —– European Handling Style

November/December 2012 Departments: Snapshot, Editorial, Home Improvement, Ringside With, and more! Click here to purchase!

Issue September/October 2012
Special Edition: MultiSport

• —– Fostering Junior Handlers
• —– Home Improvement
• —– Perfect Poles
• —– Natural Talent

• —– 15 Tips for Remaining Competitive in Dog Sports
• —– “How To” Multi-task/ Multi Train Your Dog
• —– Training Plans!
• —– ABC’s of Lure Course

September/October Departments: Training in 10 Minutes, SnapShot, Editorial, Home Improvement, Ringside With, Vet Focus. Click here to purchase!

Issue July/August 2012
Special Edition: Obedience & Rally

• —– Snapshot ASCA Rally
• —– Between The Exercises
• —– Perfect Pivots for Rally
• —– Mondioring Obedience
• —– Training in 10 Minutes

• —– The Recall As A Foundation
• —– Making Obedience & Rally Training Fun
• —– Competition Obedience Foundation Games
• —– ABC’s of Tracking

July/August  Departments:
Training in 10 Minutes, Snapshot, Editorial, Home Improvement, Ringside With, and Vet Focus. Click here to purchase!

May/June 2012

Disc Dog & More!
• —– Disc Issues
• —– The Effect of Music in Disc Dog
• —– “How To” Attend a Multi-day Seminar

• —– USDAA For Agility Newbies
• —– Should I Train A Running Contact
• —– SWIM Using Platforms/Island Hoping
• —– Confessions Of A Non-Athlete

May/June Departments: Training in 10 Minutes, Editorial, Home Improvement, Ringside With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. Click here to purchase

March/April 2012
Special Edition: Sports! Sports! Sports! 
• —– K9 Nosework for Newbies!
• —– FLYBALL!
• —– ABCs Dock Diving
• —– Praise To Motivate
• —– World Sheepdog Trial
• —– Fit Friends: FitPaws!
• —– Drive Ball / Treibball

March/April Departments: Expert Editorial, Training in 10 Minutes, ABCs, Snap Shot, Home Improvement, Ringside With, Vet Focus, Fit Friends. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

January/February 2012
Special Edition: Agility Skills & Drills
• —– The Blind Cross
• —– Teaching “Go” and “Out”
• —– Useful Cues on the Agility Field
• —– 10 Tips For Generating More Speed!
• —– Attracting and Keeping Volunteer Workers
• —– Choosing a Vet For Your Competitive Dog
• —– Weave Pole Phobia. Improve Your Success!

January/February Departments: Expert Editorial, Training in 10 Minutes, ABCs, Snap Shot, Home Improvement, Ringside With, Vet Focus, Fit Friends.  CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Issue: November/December 2011
Special Edition: Training Ideas.

• —– 7 courses in 1
• —– Respect and Leadership
• —– Distance Remote Control
• —– Principles of Agility Handling
• —– Memorizing The Course
• —– A Vet’s “How To” Proper Feeding Guide
• —– Puppy Recalls: Making Them FUN and Everlasting
• —– Dog & Handler Anxiety

November/December Departments:
Expert Editorial, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside With, Vet Focus, Fit Friends. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

 

Issue: September/October 2011
Special Edition: Training Focused. Multi-Sport.
• —– The ABCs of Cross Training
• —– Tips for Training The Chute
• —– Agility for Disc Dogs – Cross Training
• —– Choosing the RIGHT SPORT For Your Dog!
• —– Fit Friends: Land Treadmill For The Canine Athlete
• —– Lure Coursing – Not Just For Sign Hounds!
• —– Mental Prep For Any Sport

September/October Departments:
Expert Editorial, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside With, Vet Focus, Fit Friends and the 2011 Buyers Guide.  CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE.

Current Issue: July/August 2011
Special Edition: Obedience & Rally!

• —– The ABCs of Rally
• —– Proper Hand Position Obedience
• —– Training Your Dog For Competition Obedience
• —– Of 2′s and Q’s
• —– Training in 10 Minutes: Solid Stays
• —– Obedience & Rally – Avoiding Neck Problems
• —– Dumbbell 101
• —– ASCA New Rally Program!

July/August Departments: Training in 10 Minutes, Expert Editorial, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

May/June 2011
Disc Dog Focus!
• —– Secret Weapon
• —– Plastic Choices!
• —– Is Your Dog A Weekend Warrior?
• —– Top 5 Key Traits to a Dynamic Sport Dog
• —– Make the most of your time: Training Vs Practicing Habits

• —– Home Improvement Course Maps
• —– Fit Friends: The Team Swim – Novice to Advanced Behavior

May/June Departments:
Training in 10 Minutes, Editorial, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside  With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

March/April 2011

Flyball Focus!
• —– The ABCs of Flyball
• —– What Team Means
• —– 7 Tips to Carry the Ball
• —– Flyball Problem Solving Tips
• —– Injury Prevention

• —– Fear of Failure: Don’t be Paralyzed
• —– Keeping It Fun: Competing at a High Level
• —– Dog Log: It’s Important to Keep a Training Journal

March/April Departments: AKC Time 2 Beat, Editorial, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside  With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. Click Here to Purchase

January/February 2011
Agility Focus!

• —– Patterns and Obstacles
• —– Teaching Dogs Patience: As It Pertains to the Start Lines
• —– Pinwheels & Serpentines
• —– Training in 10 Minutes: Short Agility Drills
• —– Supplements for Agility Dogs – Do They Need Them?
• —– The ABCs of Clicker Training: Clicker Basics
• —– Debate: Running Contacts Verse Two On/Two Off Contacts

January/February Departments: Training in 10 Minutes, Editorials, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside  With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. Click Here to Purchase

November/December 2010
Puppy Series: Doggy Education!

• —– Training in 10 Minutes or Less Puppy Basics
• —– Portion Control for Your Puppy: Less is More
• —– The Importance of Early Puppy Socialization
• —– Frayed Around The Edges
• —– VET: Medical Advocacy Starts Early
• —– What’s Up Your Sleeve? 10 Tricks for Agility and Obedience
• —– Get Your Puppy Ready For A Sporting Life

November/December Departments:
Training in 10 Minutes, Editorials, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. Click Here to Purchase!

September/October 2010
Eco-Friendly Dog Focus

• —– K9 Conservationists
• —– Eco Trials
• —– Eco Friendly Spotlight on Clubs & Training Facilities
• —– Dog Exercise & Get On The Ball
• —– NADAC: What is the Bonus Line?
• —– What Do Judges Look For?
• —– Agility: I Should Be Better Than This
• —– 2010 Buyer’s Guide Inside!


September/October Departments: Eco-Friendly Shopping, Editorials, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Ringside With, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends and The 2010 Buyer’s Guide. Click Here to purchase!

July/August 2010
Obedience/Rally Special Edition

• —– A New Look At Retrieve Training
• —– Discovering Heel Position
• —– Teaching The “Tuck” Sit
• —– Training in 10 Minutes or Less: Doodling Moves
• —– How To Train Effectively in a Small Area
• —– 2010 IFCS World Agility Championship Coverage

July/August Issue Departments: Both Ends of the Leash, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Training in 10-Minutes or Less, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. 

May/June 2010
SPECIAL TRAVEL ISSUE
• —– Travel Issue:
–Bon Voyage Canines
–Travel Safety for your dog
–10 Tips for Traveling Like A Pro
–How to Recognize Injuries on the Road

• —– The 10 Commandments of Vet Visits
• —– Weight Pulling
• —– No Time For Tracking?
• —– Agility: The Post Turn Dilemma
• —– Introducing UKI Agility International

May/June Issue Departments:
Both Ends of the Leash, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Training in 10-Minutes or Less, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. Click Here to purchase!

March/April 2010

SPECIAL FLYBALL FOCUS
• —– Water Sports Highlighted: Splash Dogs / Teaching A Novice Dog To Swim
• —– Herding: Culture Shock!
• —– Getting More Bark for Your Buck: Saving $$$ on Dog Insurance
• —– HOOPERS! The newest NADAC Class
• —– AKC Agility & Obedience Invitationals
• —– FLYBALL FOCUS

March/April Issue Departments:
Both Ends of the Leash, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Brenna’s Adventures, Training in 10-Minutes or Less, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends.

January/February 2010
SPECIAL DOG AGILITY FOCUS

• —– Cynosport World Games: Performance National Standards, Steeplechase, Grand Prix Event Coverage
• —– Ringside With Kyra Sundance: Elite Stunt Dog Trainer, Performer, Author
• —– FCI Agility: World Championship Teams USA & Canada
• —– TDAA Petit Prix Nationals
• —– The Art of Drilling Any Exercise
• —– Agility Enlightenment: Obstacle Focus, Handler Awareness!
• —– Get Fit With Fido!

January/February Issue Departments:
Both Ends of the Leash, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Home Improvement, Editor Picks, Vet Focus, and Fit Friends. Click Here to purchase!

November/December 2009
• —– Earthdogs: Terriers of the Deep
• —– Ringside With Sharon Nelson – NADAC
• —– 3 Simple Skills to Train During the Winter Months
• —– Q& A With Mary Lou Campbell, Boywood Border Collies
• —– Winter Sports Highlighted: Skijoring / Dog Mushing
• —– Train While You Trial!
• —– K9 Nose Work – The Hot New Canine Game!
• —– 2009 AAC Nationals

November/December Issue Departments:
News Nips, Junior Handler, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Disc Dogs, Home Improvement, Two-minute Trainer, Editor Picks, Brenna’s Adventures, 50 Fun Ways and Trial By Fire. Click Here to purchase!

September/October 2009

• —– Special Food Focus: Pet Obesity, Reading Pet Food Labels, Using Food in Training,
• —– Interview with Ellen DeGeneres on HALO Pet Products!
• —– 10 Novice Mistakes Part II
• —– Q& A With Susan Garrett
• —– Dog Park Pet Etiquette
• —– Johann The Dog!
• —– 2009 Buyer’s Guide Inside!

September/October Issue Departments:
News Nips, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Disc Dogs, Flyball, Home Improvement, Two-minute Trainer, Editor Picks, Brenna’s Adventures, AHA Adopt A Dog, 2009 Buyer’s Guide and Trial By Fire. Click Here to purchase!

July/August 2009
• —– Cross Training Your Dog For Performance Events
• —– Learning Glove Exercises
• —– Rally Newbies, What’s Your Sign?
• —– Watersports: Improve Your Summer Fun, Health & Teamwork
• —– Get Pet Happy with Martha Stewart’s New Petkeeping Website!
• —– Ringside With Karen Pryor

July/August Issue Departments:
News Nips, Editorials, Marketplace, Q&A, Disc Dogs, Flyball, Home Improvement, Two-minute Trainer, Editor Picks, Spotlight Pick, and Trial By Fire. Click Here to purchase!

May/June 2009
• —– Stretching Your Seminar $$$ Getting the most out of workshops
• —– 7 Natural Laws of a Rally Dog In Motion
• —– Q&A With Jane Simmons-Moake
• —– Disc Dog: Catch For A Cure
• —– AKC Nationals Agility

May/June Issue Departments:
News Nips, Editorials, Marketplace, Training In 10 Minutes or Less, Home Improvement, Two-minute Trainer, Editor Picks, Spotlight Picks, and Trial By Fire

March/April 2009
• —– AKC Agility & Obedience Invitationals
• —– NAFA Flyball – Olympic Style and Hall of Fame Inductees
• —– 10 Reasons why Agility Dogs Run Slow
• —– National Pet First Aid Awareness

March/April Issue Departments:
News Nips, Editorials, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Two-minute Trainer, Editor Picks, Good Trainers Dirty Little Secrets, and Trial By Fire

January/February 2009
• —– USDAA – Cynosport World Games: Agility, Disc Dog, Splashdogs and more!
• —– FCI Agility: World Championship Teams USA & Canada
• —– TDAA Petit Prix Nationals

January/February Issue Departments:
News Nips, Editorials, Marketplace, Home Improvement, Two-minute Trainer, Editor Picks, Good Trainers Dirty Little Secrets, and Trial By Fire