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Monthly Archives: May 2009

Poland

Hello my friends, I am having lots of fun in Poland and inspite of my strong will I am not able to work on my photos.. I miss my Mac!

I will be posting some stuff when I get back, please do not give up on me!

All the best to everyone and thank you so much to all the clients that made my holiday so much better by making sure that I am busy when I get back!

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It is all about Bob…do not mind the cats!

I would like to introduce you to the fabulous cross of German Shepherd and Rottweiler (at least that is what the vet concluded). Bob’s story is quite remarkable, nearly 16 years ago he was left as little innocent puppy in a cold car near Stanley Park without food, water or blanket. Some teenagers got him as a gift and did not want the pup. Fortunately his future mom was passing by and Bob found a rescue in her arms and permanent home in her house.

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Since Bob is a senior dog, please do not expect action shots here. Bob likes to sleep in and enjoy his days going on his walks around his Vancouver neighborhood. If fact the whole house was purchased by family for his comfort. In the morning he has an entourage consisting of Cedric and Leme, the cats. All three of them come out  and walk paw in paw. I guess I was some kind of the nuisance because only one decided to join us. Yes, you will see them too as I could not help myself, but is is all about Bob!

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Is is hard to believe looking at him that he is such a mature dog. His coat is shiny, the teeth white and the nose nice and moist.

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When I work with older dogs I get some sense of peace. They are calm and majestic. Bob is no exception, he has a stress free life and it shows.

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Just look at that beautiful smile!

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I have to say that I found it quite challenging to photograph this beautiful dog since he was not really interested in looking at me or the camera. He enjoyed having his back rubbed.. I am considering an assistant or maybe getting a spare set of hands..

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After our walk Bob decided that it was time to rest on one of his doggy beds..

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Isn’t he  lovely? His coat is so soft and he smells heavenly too! But I promised the cats too, so here they are:

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I get so lucky lately and I would have missed this (above) moment (since I was concentrating on Bob) if Karin( Bob’s mom) did not ask me to take  a photo. Thank you!

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The cats are Cedric and Leme and they both are almost two years old. They are vivid hunters and successful ones too, hence the bells on their necks.

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Since this is all about Bob, I should stop with the feline photos. The session was a gift for Karin from her dear friend Pixie, I am so honored by confidence in me. Thank you!

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Bob was my last client before my big trip. I am leaving in a week. I wanted to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all the mom’s and since this is a dog blog, the dog’s moms count too!

I am going to see my mom in a week, it has been over two years since I saw her last! I cannot wait! I will be back in Vancouver in July and available sporadically by email during my absence. I am also hoping to update my blog on the go, but it might not happen.

Have a fantastic rest of the spring! Thank you for looking at my photos I truly appreciate it!

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VPD Horse Training

One spring day I was photographing in Stanley Park in Vancouver and came across the Mounted Police horse training. What an incredible experience! These horses are so well trained. I had a hard time to concentrate among the noise and sirens, but the horses were focused and unmoved by all the commotion.

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They were training for a riot response. The horses had to maneuver around all kinds of garbage and debris. The police car had the siren going and one of the officers was banging on a giant oil drum to make even more noise.

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I was so impressed seeing these guys working so hard.

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I am amazed that none of them got hurt, stepped on something or got spooked.

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I always admired horses, I started ridding when I was about 11 years old and my love for these big creatures is still strong. Now I just have more respect. Just like the police dogs, police horses are smart and well trained. They are hand picked and loved by their handlers.

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I was very reluctant to post these photos since i was really not supposed to be there and take pictures, but the lady I talked to and gave my card to never contacted me..

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I decided to post it, just because I respect these guys so much and also wanted to let them know that I have many more photos to show them, so call me?

If you want to know more about these creatures and how they are picked click here.

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I am buried in orders and lose ends before my departure..Weather is not cooperating lately.. it is May! It is Vancouver! Why so cold? The forecast for Poland is lovely, I cannot wait!

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