Our Christmas Rescue Dog

[rpcrowe]

We have chosen Kolby, a young Maltese-Poodle mix as out Christmas Rescue Dog for 2015.



Here are some other shots of Kolby...





This is what Kolby looked like when we rescued him from a high-kill shelter in San Bernardino, CA...



I think that he looks better in images 2 & 3 than he looks in the wreath image, He was a bit nervous when I placed the wreath around him. Quite often on a second re-shoot of a complicated setup like this, a dog feels more relaxed and that will show. I have too much on my plate today for a re-shoot and tomorrow (if the weather holds) I will go fishing. It's a clear day today around 68 F. (20 C.) and the same is forecast for tomorrow. So it looks like Monday is on tap for the re-shoot. I will post the new version!

Check out our Facebook page to make your heart feel good!.

https://www.facebook.com/MalteseRescueCalifornia/

Many of the images were shot with gosh knows what type of cameras or cellphones with dirty lenses. However they prove that when there is emotional content, a bit of technical loss is acceptable.

[Shadowman]

You've got a winner. Nicely captured.

[NorthernFocus]

If the intent is PR for rescue, the timid eyes in the wreath shot work to that end. All nice shots of a beautiful pup.

[rpcrowe]

Bad news and good news...

Bad news is that I can't re-shoot the Kolby wreath image...

Good news, the reason I can't re-shoot him is he has been adopted. Another adoption a day after his images were posted!

[FootLoose]

Richard, you certainly have a knack for capturing the character of the dogs in your photos.

[rpcrowe]

Thanks Greg... I use a very simple setup so I can concentrate on the dog rather than the camera/lighting. I am successful in some cases, especially when I have established rapport with the dog previously AND/OR when the dog is treat oriented.

The most difficult shoots are when the dogs are both scared and non-treat oriented.

Sometimes the second try is better because, often, the dog is more used to the setup and is more relaxed...

This is what the card will look like...



There is a space at the top of the text to personalize the card if we wish to...