Issue 43: May/Jun 2010
COVER STORY
44 Rory Freedman Get the skinny directly from Rory. The best-selling author shares what makes her tick and why Fido is a part of her life.
FEATURES
46 Richard Gere & Hachi Sexiest man alive, leading actor, award winner: Richard Gere takes the leash of a lifetime.
47 Montel Williams The celebrity talk-show host reveals the dogged truth about his canine best friend.
48 Greg Louganis Olympic medalist Greg Louganis dives into new territory and makes a difference, one dog at a time.
50 North Shore Animal League America: The Roots It’s not just a New York thing; this shelter takes their mission worldwide.
52 Spot Marks the X Extreme sports ala canine-style: something for every Fido.
54 Fido Furever Tattoos are fast becoming an indelible way to carry Fido forever by your side.
56 Fido Can Fly Fly the friendly skies and keep the tails waggin’. Must-knows when taking to the skies with Fido in tow.
58 Origin of the Species Crime scene investigators move over. Doggy DNA gets covered in a revealing look at what lies beneath Fido’s fur.
60 Adoption Story Melanie Bruski risks her heart over and over to give love to homeless dogs, even if it’s for only one hour.
61 Wanderlust Fido Where oh where has your little dog gone? FIDO Friendly knows, and the lusty truth might just surprise you.
62 Two Dogs and 2,000 Miles for Cancer By twos and by fours: one man’s crusade with his canine companions to fight the good fight and raise awareness.
64 I Do: Furry Encounter of the Wedding Kind Include your best friend in both nuptials and honeymoon with ease.
66 Sparkling Canines Doggy breath be gone. More than a megawatt smile, keeping Fido’s teeth clean means preventative medicine.
68 Bicycle Odyssey Deer, marmots and skiers, oh my! The Italian Dolomites dish up excitement for these cycling canines.
69 Fido's Tent Pop-tent or pup-tent? Getting back to nature with this must-have for canine camping comfort.
98 Inspirational Story A disabled Cocker hits the slopes.
DEPARTMENTS
14 Parlor Sniff through the crossword puzzle, test your skills and check out some photographic pooches. Plus, Weird News, Wagging Dogs, Fido Feed: Brain busters for the newsy hound in you.
18 Crate & Garden In the beginning there was dog: keeping it clean in Fido’s Garden of Eden.
20 The Social Pet Glitz and glam, NYC rolls out the red carpet for Fido.
22 Natural & Holistic Dog Ancient Chinese secret no more: herbs enhance Fido’s Zen zone.
24 Health & Wellness More than one way to cure a canine; an alternate path to recovery.
26 Pet Nutrition Deciphering the age-old dilemma regarding feeding Fido.
28 The Doc Is In Leaving no dog behind takes on new meaning as the temperatures heat up.
30 Training 101 Dog park etiquette: when to step in.
32 My Business Has Gone to the Dogs Dogged Health shares how their website gets doggone good information to pet guardians.
34 Best in Show Offering inspiration worldwide through the power of Healing Paws.
36 Canine Connection Don’t worry; be happy: when funds are low, one act makes a difference.
95 Lead Reads We let our hair down and race through the rain with a canine cover-to-cover review.
DESTINATIONS
72 Historic Digs Stay in a restored home in Park City, UT.
73 Fido at Bat Hitting a home run in Boston means a grand slam for Fido and friends.
74 European Adventure Giving visitors the green light beyond the red-light district and digging up treasures of Amsterdam fun.
75 Weekend Warrior: Paw Springs Fido can try out his material like the rest of the Rat Pack in Palm Springs, CA.
76 Wickaninnish Inn In the wick of time…no trip to British Columbia should neglect this inn.
78 Waterfront Hilton Class and elegance, comfort and charm, wading to the Waterfront in canine style.
79 The Gracie Hotel New York city from the comfort of a cozy bed…including breakfast.
80 The Benjamin Taking Manhattan by storm: where Fido should stay on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
81 Alderbrook Inn Cruising the banks of the canal or the halls of the inn will both delight Fido. 82 Mansion on Turtle Creek The take-home toy may be the best part for Fido, but this unique lodging holds many more memories for guests.
83 Seabrook Inn A community of cottages built with a canine flare for life.
THE DIRECTORY
84 Hotel Cheval & Paso Robles
85 Camping & Hiking Health & Wellness Lifestyles
90 Travel Guide
96 Marketplace
From this issue
Issue 42: Mar/Apr 2010
COVER STORY
52 Holly Madison Former Playboy Playmate and girlfriend to Hugh Hefner sat down for a chat with celebrity photographer Christopher Ameruoso.
FEATURES
54 Hearts of the Ocean Museum pays permanent tribute to Titanic’s ill-fated dog passengers.
56 Get Fit with Fido! Yes, your best workout buddy is your dog.
58 Dogs & Bicycles Bicycles have come a long way since Toto went for a ride in The Wizard of Oz.
60 Wanted: Canine Clairvoyant When traditional training fails, one pet owner turns to an animal psychic for help.
61 Jane Doe No Mo' When Maureen Pitkin found a rescue dubbed Jane Doe, she knew it was meant to be.
62 Joel Silverman Somewhere over Fido’s rainbow is a vibrant training method courtesy of renowned dog trainer, Joel Silverman.
63 Confessions of a Dog Mom It doesn’t have to be dogs vs. children.
4 “JUST WHEN I THOUGHT I WAS KEEPING AN EYE ON MY POKER HAND… I turned my head for a split second, and Napoleon ran off with the diamond collar!” PAGE 52,
TOP 100 We have uncovered the best of the best featuring the latest in fashion trends, health and wellness, travel trimmings and other must-haves for your furry best friend.
DEPARTMENTS
14 Parlor Test your skills with our crossword puzzle, and look for your photogenic pooch.
16 Lead Reads Bury your nose in a good book.
18 The Social Dog New York City’s dogs are joining “meet up” groups in the hundreds.
20 Crate & Garden Keeping Fido safe in the backyard.
22 Best in Show Cardinal Laboratories going off the electric grid.
24 Natural & Holistic Dog Wash that infection right out of pets’ ears.
26 Health & Wellness Healing Fido the natural way—with plants.
28 Pet Nutrition Two views on whether dogs should go vegetarian.
30 The Doc is In Rover Warrior.
32 Training 101 How to deal with a friend’s overly friendly Fido.
34 My Business Has Gone to the Dogs Melding the passion for dogs with the passion for luxury at i Love Dogs.
97 10 is the New 5 Turning back the paws of time.
98 The Fido Feed Weird, fun, upbeat and unusual news about dogs from around the country.
DESTINATIONS
65 Dallas Digs Dogs Catering to canines is big in this Texas city.
68 Georgia on My Mind Kick back or kick up your heels southern style.
70 Hounds & History All are welcome at the jewel of Cape Cod’s crown: Provincetown.
71 B&B Dogcations B&Bs aren't exactly ruffi ng it.
72 Vegas Style! Stakes are high, bets are off and Fido’s ready for Vegas.
74 Natural Selection Fido-friendly wineries in the Tri-Cities area of Washington State.
76 Welcome to the Edge Fido will have the time of his life at this award-winning hotel.
77 Tranquility Awaits This Orcas Island vacation home will take your breath away.
78 Hotel Monaco Portland Canine delights—everything from massages to painted portraits.
79 Ojai Valley Inn and Spa Nature, art and fi ve-star pampering.
80 Oregon Motel Checking in is just the start of the many surprises that await Fido.
THE DIRECTORY
82 The Allison Inn & Spa
83 Lifestyles Guide
89 Travel Guide
From this issue
Issue 41: Jan/Feb 2010
To view a sample of what our online magazine looks like, click on the PREVIEW ISSUE link below to view our Jan/Feb 2010 issue.
