Berner Stuff --Magazines


December (1996) Gazette
to order single issues -- fee is $4.75 for each magazine.
Order by e-mail with a credit card, name and address, expiration date, and a daytime phone number, or request a general materials order form.

If ordering by credit card, you have to have a minimum of a $10 order.
Contact Joan Powell of the AKC (Electronic Media) at jpowell@akc.org

Alpenhorn -- the official publication of the BMDCA.
The subscription to the Alpenhorn includes 6 Alpenhorns and 6 Bulletins. You do not have to be a member of the BMDCA (BMD Club of America) to get it.
Subscriptions are:
  • --$20 a year for the US (add $10 for first class mailing)
  • --$35 (US) a year for our Canadian and Mexican friends
  • --$45 (US) a year for all other overseas subscriptions.
    Non-USA subscriptions must be paid in US funds, (no personal checks).
Single issues when available are $5.
Make checks payable to the BMDCA
Subscription requests, renewals, and all address changes:
  • Jack Lytle
    1338 W. Park St.
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005 USA
  • 703-392-2826 (or 847-392-2826)
  • Email: jackly@aol.com

Bernese Please -- BMDC of Canada newsletter
Contact the editor at:

For membership information for the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Canada contact:

FRONT and FINISH
A tabloid type newspaper serving the sport of obedience for over 26 years.
Includes news, training articles, judging articles, feature writers, area correspondents, tracking, agility, herding, different rating systems, top trainer and instructor interviews, UKC and Canadian columns, ...
"Front and Finish" is very 'user-friendly', thoroughly enjoyable and educational reading and very worth subscribing to! --Lisa Allen

Dog News
A weekly magazine of the dog fancy detailing, through huge pictures, prestigious wins by established canine stars, promising youngsters, articles about shows all over the world, articles about veterinary care, behavior, kennel clubs, breed standards, editorials, judging, articles by prominent handlers, and more.
It is a highly regarded magazine, well worth subscribing to, regarding show dogs and the fancy in general. --Lisa Allen
  • Dog News
    1115 Broadway
    New York, New York 10010
  • Phone: 212-807-7100 Ext. 588
  • Fax: 212-675-5994

The Clicker Journal
Magazine about Click & Treat training. $15/year
  • The Clicker Journal
    Corally Burmaster, Editor
    20146 Gleedsville Rd.
    Leesburg, VA 20175

Agility Spotlight
This magazine includes a complete listing of agility activities.
Email: AgilityMag@aol.com

Northeast Canine Companion
This is a very good magazine that is produced monthly and mailed to serious dog fanciers in New England, new Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania and to all AKC licensed judges throughout the country.
There is much news dealing with events to be held in tha areas mentioned above and articles about health, shows, AKC news, Rescue, Books, agility, obedience, freestyle,nutrition, behavior, and more.

    For subscription information
  • Alan Alford
    P.O. Box 377
    Sudbury, MA 01776
  • Phone: 978-443-8387
  • E-mail: FRESHPONDT@aol.com

The Ranch Dog Trainer Magazine
"An excellent news magazine for those interested in herding. Besides many educational articles regarding herding, there are regularly articles focusing on specific dog breeds and their involvement with livestock." --Lisa Allen
  • P.O. Box 599
    Ellendale, TN 38029-0599
  • Phone: 901-383-7371
  • Email: ranchdog@msn.com

The Herdsman
AKC Publication.
  • Lori Herbel
    Rt. 1 Box 52A
    Putnam, OK 73659

Canine Images
A new magazine which will be dedicated to dog art, antiques, crafts, jewelry and photography. It will be international and will feature the work of artists from all over the world.
"We do not intend to buy and sell the art, but will publish a magazine in which the artists may advertise and we will then offer the magazine for sale. We will also have a web site published and will keep a database of the art that has been advertised for future inquiries. The magazine will go international as quickly as we possibly can." --Bruce and Joyce Hanson, editors
  • Remembrance Publishing
    Canine Images
    P.O. Box 2815
    Orofino, ID 83544
  • Phone: 208-476-4279
    Toll Free: soon
  • Email: canineimages@clearwater.net
  • Web: coming soon!

Match Show Bulletin
$25/year
  • Match Show Bulletin
    P.O. Box 214
    Massapequa, NY 11758

Good Dog!
A bi-monthly "Consumer Reports" for dog owners. They rate flea products, treats, toys, foods.
"It's worth the $18/year." --Pat Long

The K-9 Calendar
A "dog events" newsletter listing events in IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI and WV. Subscriptions are $20/year.
  • The K-9 Calendar
    16321 Olcott Ave.
    Tinley Park, IL 60477
  • Phone: 708-429-3759
  • Email: K9Calendar@juno.com

Purebred Dogs in Review
This is a delightful and educational publication. It presents both sides to all issues. It contains a great deal of information of great use to all owners or exhibitors of purebred dogs.

Critter Chronicles
A monthly newsletter for pet therapy enthusiasts.
  • Critter Chronicles
    ATU 859 N. 300 E.
    Spanish Fork, Utah 84660

Other resources for Therapy Dogs:

  • AKC Canine Good Citizen Program
    AKC Obedience Dept.
    919-854-0176
  • The Delta Society
    289 Perimeter Road E.
    Renton, WA 98055-1329
    800-869-6898
  • Love on a Leash
    The Foundation for Pet-Provided Therapy
    3809 Plaza Drive, No. 107-309
    Oceanside, CA 92056
    760-630-4824
  • Therapy Dogs, Inc.
    P.O. Box 2786
    Cheyenne, WY 82003
    307-638-3223
  • Therapy Dogs International
    88 Bartley Road
    Flanders, NJ 07836
    973-252-9800

The Whole Dog Journal
A monthly guide to natural dog care and training. Has interesting articles and will usually give a good variety of information gotten from personal use tests and qualified resources. Article subjects include "Top Ten Dog Foods".
  • The Whole Dog Journal
    Subscription Services
    P.O. Box 420235
    Palm Coast, FL 32142
  • Phone: 800-829-9165

Off Lead [New!]
"The magazine dedicated to how dogs think, feel and learn!"
Magazine for training aficionados ... pet owners who are serious about training, trainers, exhibitors, instructors, behavior therapists and pet care professionals.


May 2001