The Whole Dog Journal's annual dog food reviews are a must read for any dog person, professional or not. WDJ also runs regular articles on training, health and sports.

The only con is sometimes the articles tend to wander off into unscientific territory on things like holisitic medicine, diet and other "alternative" therapies, so critical reading is recommended....but that's good policy for anything, isn't it?

Pros: Great information for any dog person.

Cons: A little heavy on the "woo" at times.

I really enjoy this publication and read every one cover to cover. It is solid information - no ads - and easy to read and understand. As useful for the professional as the casual pet owner, in my opinion. They ask that you not copy articles, but purchase them instead, as they use no advertisers. The knowledge gained from reading the articles, though, is well worth the subscription cost.

Pros: easy to read, sensible, no advertising

Cons: can't copy articles for personal use

Whole Dog Journal is an extremely in-depth journal. This is not cutesy or light reading. A great source for information. The articles are written at a high level, not just as fluff or filler.

I share a subscription with a friend. We often will discuss the articles and share information learned or strengthened with other friends.

Get this journal to provide un-biased info.

Pros: Good coverage

Cons: see review

Fantastic resource if you are interested in alternative medicine. The dog food reviews are invaluable, especially after the poisonous dog food debacle of the last couple of years. I am interested in natural remedies, and find some of the info in here helpful for me as well as for my dog! Very interesting; this is the kind of publication you save to refer too for years.

Pros: Very in depth journal

Cons: Only for those really dedicated to holistic pet care

I have found at least one or two articles in each Whole Dog Journal that has provided information that I can use for both my dog and the dogs that I work with at the shelter. The articles on dog food and different options for best feeding as well as the training tips are great. It also touches frequently on addressing the needs of an aging dog. Very helpful.

Pros: updated information on diet and training

Cons: none