Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by Bear_Music:
For all those who commented on Karma's "missing ass", she's climbing out of a ditch, and she froze in mid-climb when some birds broke cover. It's by far the best shot I have ever had of her face, so I entered it despite the weird pose.

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by graphicfunk:
Wow, does this guy have class. Good outdoor capture. Bumping up.

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by JiaBob:
There is an odd effect in this picture. The grass in the foreground makes the dog look like he has lost his hind quarters. Maybe that is just me, though. Now I'm not sure. Anyway, good looking dog.

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by Dufus:
Going for the 10!

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by moodville:
Good environmental portrait. There is a strong sense of presence and pride with the stance and expression. The background grasses contrast nicely with the black of the fur and the orange 'jacket'. Only thing I dont like is the way the rear legs have disappeared in the grass and I dont know if there was a selection involved but there is a strong edge/contrast there that makes it look like the legs have been cut off or missing.

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by Cam:
That is such a fantastic shot. His head may be pointing away but he is looking right at the camera. Well done, great looking dog.

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by RedOak:
Very nice and honorific composition. That beast knows what its doing! Colours are a little blend (background mostly) but doesn't drag away too much from the shot. Lighting could've been a little bit more dramatic (is this shoot 100% natural light?) Perharps a reflector could've helped some. Not sure i like the frame. It doesn't give the pic any "more". I believe the white is what throws me off. 6

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by RulerZigzag:
nice job here. like it's name too...7

Certified Assistance Dog "Karma"
by Bear_Music

Comment by RayEthier:
This is one incredibly good photo. How you ever managed to get that beautiful working dog to pose for you like that is beyond belief. The image is clear, crips and a definite eye grabber. THe collar and the NEADS logo are two other factors which draw your eyes to this beautiful animal.

Since I know what NEADS stands for, I have a good idea who took this picture, but that will not detract me from giving you a well deserved 10 :0) hehehehe. Good luck with the challenge.

Double "U" — Umbrella Tiedown
by Bear_Music

Comment by Lately:
Great shot! Gret detail. Nice composition adn balance of the elements.!