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Whole Dog Journal (1-year auto-renewal)

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A few years ago a dear friend recommended Whole Dog Journal (WDJ) to me; I subscribed and my dogs and I have both benefited tremendously.

Articles over the last couple years that I found helpful and you might too:
"VeggieDent Chews Recalled in Australia" August 2009
"Update on Doxycycline and Heartworm Disease" August 2009
"Needing Pain Relief" acupuncture October 2009
"Do My Nails ... Please!" March 2009
"Help for OCD Dogs" October 2008
"Fence Sense; How to effectively contain your dog, and avoid the many pitfalls of inferior fencing" May 2009
"Finding the Right Rawhide" May 2009
"No More Jumping up" December 2009
"Calendula: 2008 Herb of the Year" April 2008
"Counting Calories" September 2009
"Microchip Registration Locator Tools Launched" November 2009
"Choosing Good Foods" Every start of the year they have their dry and wet food recommendation issues; I greatly appreciate this. WDJ does explain all of their reasons for selecting dog food companies and reasons why they disqualify companies. Reasons for disqualification include ingredients such as meat by-products, added sweeteners, artificial preservatives, such as BHA, BHT and ethoxyquin, artificial colors, etc ... WDJ also says that the giant corporations do a lot of research into their animal foods.

If you have a dog, please consider finding it in your budget to subscribe to Whole Dog Journal.

I've been subscribing to WHOLE DOG JOURNAL publication for years. It is a very holistic publication and I was introduced to it by my vet, who carries it in ALL of her exam rooms.

I don't agree with everything in it, but do feel it has great reviews on dog products & foods like a CONSUMER REPORTS (for dog owners) since it is entirely funded by subscriptions (no advertising). (It also has helpful contact info or websites at the end of each article.) My dogs have been helped by any number of articles.

There are also training articles, on a regular basis, as well as medical articles; herbs/acupuncture/gold bead implants/raw diets etc. They believe whole-heartedly in positive training methods & I don't argue with that, but I don't personally care for clicker training. (Not that you shouldn't try it, just I prefer to use physical & verbal praise.) You have to "fade off" the clicker - it can't go in the ring w/ you, but praise can always be used.

Now, WDJ is offering to send you frequent blog-type emailings (weekly) on tips & info, for being a subscriber, if you've given them an email address & don't opt out. They will also cite several helpful related WDJ articles on the topic, you can read online from past issues. Today's main email was on crate-training, but they also had how to develop Reliable Recalls. (I found some helpful tips I had forgotten, or overlooked, despite being in dogs for 25 years.) Nothing is more likely to save your dog's life, than a RELIABLE recall, IMO.

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You can also look up ARCHIEVED articles on any subject they've EVER covered, if you are a subscriber. Example: articles in cancer treatments & special cancer diets.) So, if you've misplaced or thrown away an old article, or can't figure out when you read it, you can still find it. Or, if you start subscribing (now) you can get the benefit of everything they've covered, even when you weren't a subscriber. (It also means you can donate old issues <clutter?> if you need more space.)

I still think (after 10 years of being with them) that WDJ is the very BEST dog publication out there, bar NONE. If you only subscribe to one dog publication, this is the one to invest in, IMO. I am in no way affiliated w/ it, & have never submitted or published any articles in it.

This is one of the best publications on the market to teach about the different points of view out in the world about our 4 legged friends. Though it is called Whole "Dog" Journal - many of the articles apply to all our 4 legged friends and the 2 legged folks that care for them. Each year it does a review of the top pet foods on the market. DRY FOOD, WET FOOD, RAW FOOD, TREATS, etc. Everything you want to know about food. You will note in these articles that most of the most advertised brands are not in this list. I highly recommend you get this publication now -- it will be the best $$ you've spent in a long time.

I've subscribed to the WDJ for years and in almost every issue there is an article that I can use or apply to a canine situation I have. Their food reviews (although not Consumer Reports)provide much useful information to help you decide if you should change foods and what brands to try. I don't think some of major "natural" dog food manufacturers would seek to have their names on the top ten list if they didn't feel the WDJ reviews had real impact on their readers. I also thought the articles that educate the reader about specific parts of canine anatomy and physiology are very helpful to dog owners so we can spot potential trouble or be able to speak intelligently to our vets. I still think this is one of the best publications on natural foods and healthcare there is.

I've read this magazine for years, based on my vet's recommendation. At first I thought it was way expensive for a little "newsletter", not glossy, not in color...BUT I was wrong. The info you may learn in ONE issue could save you a lot of money in the long run. It is serious about it's mission, though not without humor. It does not carry any advertising at all, it is solely dependent on subscriptions. You will find in depth articles and reviews about pet foods, pet products, books, training (positive). Some well known dog trainers/authors are regular contributors (Patricia McConnell being a major one). It is illustrated as well. It comes pre punched with three holes so you can store them in a binder if you like. They have a great website as well, with special access for subscribers. It has also actually come down in price, and if you get more than one year it is cheaper (like most mags). HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you are serious about your dog's health and well being. It can be technical so if you don't like super in-depth, "serious" reading then you might not love this, but it's worth a look even if you think you may not like it, you could end up loving it, like me!

We have subscribed to the WDJ for many years and there is always something new to learn. The researched information, reviews, and recommendations have proved invaluable throughout. Especially helpful were the articles pertaining to health care for our aged dogs: including lists of the WDJ's approved top dog foods and articles on nutritious diets. In particular, the excellent and well researched information regarding Yeast infections helped our German Shepherd live happily for an additional 2 years after the Vet gave up on her. Our family is extremely grateful and indebted to the staff and authors of the Whole Dog Journal. Thank you!

I've recieved TWDJ for four years now as a gift from a client. In all of that time I can count on one hand the number of copies in which there wasn't at least one, if not more, articles about what one should/shouldn't be feeding one's dog. There is also an over abundance of repetitive subjects, which basically end up with the advice to seek professional help or a dog behavioralist, falling short of useful knowledge. Most of the articles lack any real new information...at least nothing that can't be found with a quick search on-line...and are written in the majority by the training editor who fills her articles with incomplete information, naming at times obscure sources, as well as stating her opinion as fact when indeed some methods, whether it be training or simply how to live with your dog, are choices. The main editor writes supposedly motivational editorals about how to better treat your pets yet most of her letters come across as bragging rather than encouraging. The TWDJ is directed towards those who have unlimited time and income to spend with or on their dog (as well as saving others), not the average pet owner who is looking for good relible, hands on information. After the December 2011 issue came out in which an article was writen basically slandering other trainers and misinforming the readers on training methods, I cancelled the subscribtion and notified my client; they, too, had cancelled theirs! One can find better, more comprehensive, less opinionated information in other periodicals,magazines,or on-line searches. Being in the "dog world" for over 30 years as a breeder, handler, trainer and business owner, as well as a life long dog owner (lover) I felt qualified to write this review.

I am always happy to see my new issue and have been receiving it for over 10 years. They accept no advertising and cover everything from comparisons on Dry Dog Food to Training articles by Pat Miller as well as best new equipment and toys. I think of them like the Consumers Report for Dogs and their owners.

I have learned so much from this magazine and love the teaser emails about what is in the next issue. They also have a great website for subscribers that I love.

I highly recommend this magazine for anyone that wants to stay on top of changes and trends on all subjects that concern your dog.

A good publication for people wanting to take charge of their
companion animals health and well being. Makes one knowledgeable
of advancements in nutrition and treatment of diseases. A good
hands on read.

Great articles and advice, whether you are a novice or long-time dog owner. I get something useful out of every issue - practical, timely, fascinating. Plus, there is no advertising, so the entire publication is content rather than fluff. The annual issue with reviews of commercial dog foods is, alone, worth the price of the subscription.