What a good dog!! Mine runs round, trying to find smelly things to roll in when she's had a bath. Lovely shot, I really like that direct look in her eyes, and the tongue adds a special touch.
9. Hope it helps make up for the lower votes you'll get for it being a dog photo! LOL I think you did an excellent job in meeting the challenge. And cute!!
This is a gorgeous picture. Though you'll probably take grief for the "dark" in the dog, it works and I think it meets the challenge. You could crop a bit more off the top and it would still be well-balanced. Very nice shot!