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2007
Front & Finish® February 2007 issue
This issue features coverage of National Obedience Invitational. Information on the Obedience Advisory Committee and Editor's Mailbox are included. The latest Front & Finish Agility Rankings of Agility Regular & Jumpers with Weaves Open are published. Check out Claudia VanGee's "Awesome Story" and Ruthann McCaulley's article on Hobo, a princely Red & White Setter. Deb Neufeld has some thoughts on today's obedience instructors and their role in the future of the sport.
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Front & Finish® March 2007 issue
This is the March 2007 issue of Front & Finish®. Please allow ample time for completion of the download as the file size of the complete magazine is larger than an individual article.
This issue features the Profile 200 story of Janice Gunn and her Golden Retrievers. Lyn Kalinoski and Pat Norris discuss sportsmanship. Jean Lynch and Bob, Sr. add some final thoughts before the AKC Obedience Advisory Committee meets. See the special expanded section of the Front & Finish® Agility Regular and JWW Novice B Ratings.
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Front & Finish® April 2007 issue
This month we are pleased to introduce several new authors including Linda Koutsky who, along with Ticket, graces our cover. Also check out other new authors Geoff Stern and Diane Richardson. Beth Durand tells us about a pair of greyhounds and their Hollywood adventure. Michael Pumilia gets us up close and personal with dumbbells- how to choose the right one and how to use it correctly. Meredith Kuhn provides her glossary of hunt test terminology Lucille Berninger relates the story of Frank Nemeth and his escape from behind the Iron Curtain to become an obedience judge today.
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Front & Finish® May 2007 issue
In this issue we meet Margaret Bissell and her Keeshond "Nikkee", a Dog of Distinction. Elizabeth Jarrell takes a scientific approach to the culturalization of today's dogs in "who Knew?' Linda Rehkopf recounts her trip to Westminster in "The Novice Does New York." Crufts 2007 is covered by Bob Harris for Obedience and Sharon Anderson for Agility.
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Front & Finish® June 2007 issue
Gayle Smith and her really Great Dane, Tilly, our latest Dog of Distinction, grace our June cover. Ruthann McCaulley interviews Californian Billy Anderson who successfully switched careers from R&D in the tech field to dog training. Vern Ceder shares his perspective as a new judge.
Connie Cleveland gives step-by-step instructions for "Simply, Straight Sits." And a number of F&F writers, including Deb Neufeld, Ozzie Foreman, Susan Gilbert and Beth Nash, take a variety of approaches in tackling the topic of how to encourage new exhibitors in obedience training.
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Front & Finish® July 2007 issue
In the July 2007 issue Victoria Burton introduces us to her "Obedient Dachshund" Harry. We will read about a "literary" Aussie and a beloved Doberman. We find out why Linda Koutsky is out to play, Lori Drouin wants to be an Olympic ice skater, Joe Kapelos wants some appropriate ducks and what the heck this all has to do with obedience training! Two new columns begin you are sure to enjoy-- The Front & Finish® Bookshelf and Your Pet's Well-Being.
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Front & Finish® September 2007 Issue
This Issue is Jam Packed!  Download it now!
Front & Finish® features Debbie Quigley, "Training Texas Style" and Linda Koutsky, "The Green Space". Profile 200 highlights Christy Thomas and the long awaited Open A Ratings are presented. Deborah Neufeld continues her series for new handlers and the Front & Finish® Bookshelf reviews Visiting the Dog Park: Having Fun, Staying Safe by Cheryl Smith. Correspondent coverage across the nation, Obedience, Rally, and Special Interest coverage are all included. Of particular interest to readers, Peripatetic Yankee Robert Harris presents a first glimpse into the AKC's new business plan for obedience. Finally... Biscuits & Bones reveals results from the recent Front & Finish® Survey and don't miss the special announcement that follows!
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Front & Finish® October 2007 Issue (Part 1 of 2)
NOTE: Due to the size of this special feature issue there are two downloads. This file is the regular magazine issue. The additional download file contains the First & Foremost® recognitions. Be sure to download both sections!
The October 2007 issue of F&F represents a milestone in our history. The printed issue has now been reformatted to include a glossy cover, improved paper quality, and more color. As well this issue contains the long awaited First & Foremost® Special Edition highlighting the top dogs from 2006, printed entirely in color.
In the Spotlight this month are Connie Cleveland's compelling work, What Kind of Trainer Do You Want to Be? and Meredith Kuhn's wise advice, When in Doubt - Simplify. Features by Deb Neufeld, Vern Ceder, Elizabeth Jarrell, Linda Koutsky, Melinda Wichmann, Lori Drouin, Andrea Dugan, and Jean Lynch. Michael Pumilia continues his series, From Where I Stand. Our Special Interest section includes material devoted to Rally, Sighthounds, Herding, Freestyle, and opinions. And as always, rounding out this fine edition are correspondent articles covering every area of the USA.
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Front & Finish® October 2007 Issue (Part 2 of 2)
NOTE: Due to the size of this special feature issue there are two downloads. This file contains the First & Foremost® recognitions. The additional download file contains the regular Front & Finish® issue. Be sure to download both sections!
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Front & Finish® November 2007 Issue
This issue of Front & Finish® features Dachshund H'Rtland H'ls Hellen Wheels ML UDX. owned by Dr. Kit Walter, on the cover. Spotlighted articles this month are Slow Pace, The Novice Among Us, by Linda Rehkopf, Teaching Scent Articles, The Training Zone, by Lori Drouin, and the long awaited Agility Excellent B Ratings. Note that this issue has been created in the latest version of Adobe® Acrobat®. Users may need to upgrade their Acrobat® Reader® applications to view this document.
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Front & Finish® December 2007 Issue
This is the December 2007 issue of Front & Finish. This month we feature a listing of the Top 100 Dogs for the 2006 competition year. In the spotlight are Steve Pool's comparison "OTCH vs. MACH"; Deborah Neufeld's description of "Default Behavior", and Bob Harris' highlight "Quechee, Scottish Festival, and Sheepdogs. Feature Articles, Special Interest Reviews, and Correspondent News. Download your issue today!
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