Posted on April 15, 2012 in Animals, People, Pet Photography
I’ve spent the past two days at the Lebanon County and Harrisburg Kennel Club Dog Shows in Harrisburg, Pa. visiting with friends and photographing dogs, dogs and more dogs! I have over 1,900 new images to process….oh dear….the down side to a camera that shoots 8 images per second! The good news is that I will have LOTS of new photos to post on the blog! One of my most favorite dogs EVER, Malachy [Best in Show, Westminster, 2012] was on hand with owner David Fitzpatrick at Meet the Breeds and everyone loved having the opportunity to meet him. I was having fun snapping candids of the kids with Malachy! In this image one of the youngsters was giving him a little kiss on the nose and Malachy didn’t mind one bit! What a sweet dog!
Posted on April 12, 2012 in Animals, Pet Photography
According to the American Kennel Club website, “…owners should be prepared for drool – there is no such thing as a dry mouth Saint.” Hence this image featuring a Saint Bernard wearing a bib at the Delaware County Kennel Club show in York, Pa. last month. I didn’t realize until reading about the breed that there is a longhaired and shorthaired variety. Saint Bernards were originally used to locate freezing and helpless travelers during snowstorms. Now, besides being a gentle and loving family pet, they also excel at conformation, obedience, cart pulling and weight pulling.
Posted on April 11, 2012 in Animals, People, Pet Photography
I was so sad to learn today that Belgian Sheepdog, Eli, has passed away. Eli comforted first responders at the World Trade Center site immediately following the terrorist attacks in NYC and was one of the few remaining canine heroes of 9/11. He was named the 2011 Therapy Dog Ambassador and appeared at The National Dog show with owner handler, Sherry Hanley, in November. The blog image shows Eli and Sherry after being introduced to the crowd at The National Dog Show. Sleep peacefully sweet Eli.
Posted on April 10, 2012 in Animals, Black and White, Pet Photography
With all four paws in the air, Toy Poodle Sakura {GCH Smash JP Sakura} is really flying!
This image was taken at the Delaware County Kennel Club Show in York, Pa. last month.
Posted on April 9, 2012 in Animals, People, Pet Photography
One of my most favorite dogs ever, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen “Cupid” [Ch. Celestial CJ’s Hearts on Fire] retired after Westminster this year. I’m so sad, but happy to tell you that his nephew, “Wills”, is taking over his spot in the ring with handler Greg Strong. Here they are together at the Delaware County Kennel Club Show in York, Pa. last month. Wills has a lot of personality, just like his happy-go-lucky uncle Cupid. I can’t wait to see them again in the ring!