Dobes in motion

[Chris79]

You're probably going to see a lot more running dog pictures from me. It's my current obsession, and the only dogs I have to practice on every day are my dobes. I will be attempting some shots at outdoor dog venues though, once it gets warm. Anyway... here's my latest Dobe In Motion shots. :)

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[Chris79]

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[morea]

beautiful! The dogs AND the photos. Nice captures.

[Tyger]

awesome action shots there! the 3rd one looks 3d....excellent panning technique. Too bad you didn't have these for the motion contest :)

[TheBluePanda]

wowzers, thats great!

I can't wait to have a big dog! Right now I have 2 chihuahuas, which would be a snack for your dog!

[Chris79]

beautiful! The dogs AND the photos. Nice captures.
Thank ya very much :)


awesome action shots there! the 3rd one looks 3d....excellent panning technique. Too bad you didn't have these for the motion contest :)
Thank you :) I am working really hard on my panning. With the EVF, it's hard to keep up with my subject, so I'm experimenting with having either eye open and tracking her with that. Seems to work better with my right eye on the subject, so far.

Can I save them for the next motion contest? LOL. Maybe I'll have even better ones by then. Who knows.


wowzers, thats great!
I can't wait to have a big dog! Right now I have 2 chihuahuas, which would be a snack for your dog!
Brace yourself for the increased cost of HW meds, shots, etc. But it's worth it, if you REALLY want a big dog :) Thankee for the comments.

[cjoe]

love the first one.

[balou]

Great shots! Hope you didn't get run over by the dog in that last shot! Or bonked in the head with the frisbee.;)

[Chris79]

love the first one.
Thank you - that is probably my favorite as well


Great shots! Hope you didn't get run over by the dog in that last shot! Or bonked in the head with the frisbee.;)
I've learned how to dodge out of the way if I need to, pretty quickly. *L* My dog photography is also increasing my agility!

[Just Satch]

They are trying to make it illegal in my city to own Dobermans, Rottweilers and Pit Bulls. It's a shame!
S.

[morea]

that is a shame! They should ban irresponsible dog OWNERS instead.

[Logo-Mechanix]

They are trying to make it illegal in my city to own Dobermans, Rottweilers and Pit Bulls. It's a shame!
S.

The nutty do gooders strike once again. A certain breed of dog bites someone, ban the dog, a criminal shoots someone, ban all guns, god help us if someone gets stabbed, we will be spreading our pb & j with our finger.

[morea]

lmao!

[Just Satch]

I know it's so stupid... it's actually because of my friend they are getting banned. My friends pitt attacked another dog (who also wasn't on a leash) but they figure screw it, ban all pitts and other "attack" dogs. They actually cant own ANY dog for a whole year!
S.

[Chris79]

They are trying to make it illegal in my city to own Dobermans, Rottweilers and Pit Bulls. It's a shame!
S.

Oh no! Another BSL case! Do yourself a favor and write your government officials or pretty soon the only thing you will be allowed to own is Poodles & Goldens. (Nothing against either breed of course... but no one thinks they EVER bite.)

How many stupid peices of BSL have to go through before government officials start seeing that it's the owners, not the dogs? Grrr. If the irresponsible folk can't own dobes or pits, it'll be german shepherds and mastiffs. And when they can't own those, it'll be some other breed.

[Just Satch]

It's not that they are irrresponsible, the neighbors have a vendetta against them and complained so much the city finally got sick of hearing it... there is so much BS going on with this case. It's rediculous! -basically two dogs got into a fight - dogs do that, any breed!-

what is a BSL case?
S.

[Chris79]

I know it's so stupid... it's actually because of my friend they are getting banned. My friends pitt attacked another dog (who also wasn't on a leash) but they figure screw it, ban all pitts and other "attack" dogs. They actually cant own ANY dog for a whole year!
S.

Edit: just read your post - I had posted before you posted it. Lol
Ugh... neighbors can be a pain. I know there's a good many out there who complain for no reason. It's a shame they have to screw up everyone else's lives.


Eeek! Your friend should be a bit careful about having any unleashed dogs that aren't in fenced areas.

I'm always extra extra careful with my dogs because I know how negatively they are viewed in society. I don't often let them play in dog parks or anything like that. And my female dobe does therapy work to put out good PR for the breed.

[Chris79]

BSL = Breed Specific Legislation

[Just Satch]

Edit: just read your post - I had posted before you posted it. Lol
Ugh... neighbors can be a pain. I know there's a good many out there who complain for no reason. It's a shame they have to screw up everyone else's lives.


Eeek! Your friend should be a bit careful about having any unleashed dogs that aren't in fenced areas.

I'm always extra extra careful with my dogs because I know how negatively they are viewed in society. I don't often let them play in dog parks or anything like that. And my female dobe does therapy work to put out good PR for the breed.


My friend is very careful, and a great dog owner... they are always kept in fences, and sometimes on a chain too but sometimes they slip out. They usually just run around until someone notices they are out but this time there happend to be another dog running around. It was just the last straw that broke the camels back I guess?
S.

[balou]

There is some legitimate concerns though with certain breeds. Granted I understand there are bad owners and owners that train dogs to fight or attack. But there is a reason these people use pit bulls (Staffordshire Terriors) instead of Golden Retrievers for this purpose. Certain breeds were bred to do certain tasks. I believe people that own these dogs need to be more aware of the inbred instincts these dogs have. I have a German Shepherd and they too are in the "feared dog" category. They are a herding dog and although my dog has never been around sheep or cattle, he is constantly herding myself and our cat around. He is also a natural protector even though all I've ever taught him are the basic dog obedience commands. I'm always aware that his instincts could kick in anytime. I don't care how much love and bisquits you give your dog, they will and always will have instincts, those can't be loved away.

[Logo-Mechanix]

Love and biscuits, now I am listening. Honestly though it seems that more and more people buy enormous dogs with no thought about what that dog is going to be like when it is no longer a puppy. In other words if you live in an apartment a large dog is a bad idea, if you have small children at home a pitbull is probobly not a good idea either. I Love dogs although I do not have one at the moment I have had dogs throughout the years and they are some of the most loyal companions you could ask for. The only reason I don't have one now is because my wife and I both work full time and with no one home all day the dog would be the one to suffer.

[Just Satch]

There is some legitimate concerns though with certain breeds. Granted I understand there are bad owners and owners that train dogs to fight or attack. But there is a reason these people use pit bulls (Staffordshire Terriors) instead of Golden Retrievers for this purpose. Certain breeds were bred to do certain tasks. I believe people that own these dogs need to be more aware of the inbred instincts these dogs have. I have a German Shepherd and they too are in the "feared dog" category. They are a herding dog and although my dog has never been around sheep or cattle, he is constantly herding myself and our cat around. He is also a natural protector even though all I've ever taught him are the basic dog obedience commands. I'm always aware that his instincts could kick in anytime. I don't care how much love and bisquits you give your dog, they will and always will have instincts, those can't be loved away.

This is true, people usually fight pit bulls because they are strong, low to the ground and can take a lot of pain... Also their jaws are especially strong... with a dog that is their only wepon the bite - there is no punching or pecking. I realize it's a lost cause because of the stereotypes about these types of dogs, but there is no way you can say a whole breed is bad... if you've never owned or been around them how can you judge them? You may see negative things about them in the paper, or on the news but that is true for EVERYTHING - the majority of news IS negative. Obviously I feel pretty strongly about this because I see all the mess my good friend is going through for no good reason. I have no idea how it's going to turn out - the city will probably end up banning those "attack" dogs, but it's another reason for me to bitch I guess.

S.

[Chris79]

People see pitbulls as "attack dogs" when truly they were bred specifically to NOT bite PEOPLE.

I'm not going to defend dogfighting here, but bear with me for a minute. Some serious oldschool (fairly responsible, respectable) pitbull breeders do what is called "game testing" which is not something I approve of necessarily either - but that's not the point. Anyway, in a game testing match, it is VERY important for the pitbull to do 2 things.. 1. Never give up (this doesn't mean killing the other dog) and 2. Never ever bite the owner. The owner can step in at any time and take his dog out of the ring, without being bitten.

The heritage of the pitbull is based on these two things. Not on being some sort of "attack dog" or "guard dog".

The pitbulls you see that bite people are the inbred crap that irresponsible puppymillers and gang members are so generously pumping out for us. The temperament issues of these badly bred, unstable dogs is what gives pitbulls a bad rap.

Responsible pitbull breeders screen for homes properly and educate their buyers thoroughly before letting that puppy go out the door. Responsible breeders know where that puppy is at all times in its life. If owners are having a problem with a puppy, a responsible breeder will be there to help them. Thus not perpetuating an already overblown, media sensationalized image of the once revered pitbull breed.

The pitbull used to be a symbol for the USA due to its loyalty to its owner and gentle nature with its family. This is the TRUE pitbull - not the nasty things you see being tied out on chains and forced to be mean creatures by irresponsible, ill intentioned people looking for a "cool fightin' dawg."

[PersonasBinar]

Pit-bull Ban here in effect already....wankers

[Chris79]

Pit-bull Ban here in effect already....wankers

I know - I have a friend who lives there. Very sad indeed.

[Just Satch]

People see pitbulls as "attack dogs" when truly they were bred specifically to NOT bite PEOPLE.

I'm not going to defend dogfighting here, but bear with me for a minute. Some serious oldschool (fairly responsible, respectable) pitbull breeders do what is called "game testing" which is not something I approve of necessarily either - but that's not the point. Anyway, in a game testing match, it is VERY important for the pitbull to do 2 things.. 1. Never give up (this doesn't mean killing the other dog) and 2. Never ever bite the owner. The owner can step in at any time and take his dog out of the ring, without being bitten.

The heritage of the pitbull is based on these two things. Not on being some sort of "attack dog" or "guard dog".

The pitbulls you see that bite people are the inbred crap that irresponsible puppymillers and gang members are so generously pumping out for us. The temperament issues of these badly bred, unstable dogs is what gives pitbulls a bad rap.

Responsible pitbull breeders screen for homes properly and educate their buyers thoroughly before letting that puppy go out the door. Responsible breeders know where that puppy is at all times in its life. If owners are having a problem with a puppy, a responsible breeder will be there to help them. Thus not perpetuating an already overblown, media sensationalized image of the once revered pitbull breed.

The pitbull used to be a symbol for the USA due to its loyalty to its owner and gentle nature with its family. This is the TRUE pitbull - not the nasty things you see being tied out on chains and forced to be mean creatures by irresponsible, ill intentioned people looking for a "cool fightin' dawg."

Well put! I'm not a wordsmith so it didn't come out as well as when you said it :)
S.

[PersonasBinar]

Nothing sadder than seeing someone who obviously loves their dog out for a muzzled walk ...poor things look so miserable. It's the punks who think a dog is an extension of their toughness that ruin a good dog, and now whole breeds are paying for it.

[Chris79]

Satchel - Thank ya. :)

Personas - I couldn't agree more.

[greyghost]

I'm sorry I missed this thread.

I fight BSL all the time - I sign petitions, write letters to legislators, the whole bit. Why? I own a pit mix - she is the sweetest, most stable, faithful dog. Since moving here we have been attacked by loose dogs on our walks. Many, many, times, different dogs. Of my two dogs, guess which one still can measure up whether the oncoming dog is nice or not, and knows how to handle it either way? My pit mix. She can tell before I can, and reacts appropriately. I trust her in almost any situation, but as a precaution, I don't let her be around kids for more than 5 minutes.

(My shepherd mix, on the other hand, has become so terrorized that we have to take her to a park for a walk - where there will not be any other dogs, and are having to re-train her OUT of her fear-based leash aggression)

Chris' elegant post put it just right. A well-bred, true pit is a very stable dog. I'm sick of the people that have pit bulls as peni-extenders. TWO such pits, owned by TWO different young men, have come at us. One took an entire can of pepper spray to back off. The other jumped on my pit mix.

I'm actually all for requiring pit-owners to go through some scrutiny in order to own one - unannounced visits to check the condition, and even requiring them all to be fixed or neutered save for registered breeders - just to stop the mess these backyard breeders looking for a quick $1,800 for a brindle puppy - with no care for the temperment or placement of that puppy.

If it's a price I have to pay to keep my dog, and to help improve the breed, I will do it.

[Logo-Mechanix]

I love dogs, and have had some wonderful ones as pets, never a pit though I have nothing against the breed. My thought is there are no bad breeds only bad owners, I was attacked once by a dog when I was a teenager (just a mut) but I found that a nice thumb to the eye usually stops the attack pretty quick I hated to do it but I hated the alternative also.

[greyghost]

Gotta be quick when dealing with an aggressive biting dog.

I actually carry my heavy jo staff with me on walks now - I'm tired of being attacked by some idiot's unrestrained dog. It is getting better on my street - some other neighbors FINALLY started calling animal control too - so it wasn't just us anymore. Too bad it didn't happen BEFORE I started seeing fear issues in Cookie. She used to be fine with any dog.

I'd never planned on owning a pit either - she just followed me home one day while I was on my morning walk. Hyper as she is, and escape artist she was when young, I find this nothing more than miraculous now. Our relatives won't go near her because "she's a pit bull, they can snap/turn on you at any time." OMG, get a life.

[Logo-Mechanix]

I have been known to snap at anytime too. My last dog was a mixed pekingeese and dachsund name Nikki she was the greatest dog. My wife got her for me for christmas one year before we were married and she was the best companion and so well behaved, better than most people sadly when I had to move out of my parents house into an apartment that did not allow pets my grandmother took her in temporarily but my young cousin left the door open and she got out and was hit by a car and killed. It makes me sad to this day she was such a great dog.

[greyghost]

I have been known to snap at anytime too.

I think, the next time someone says "pits just snap" I'll say just that.

[Logo-Mechanix]

That would be a great response, please review the attached legal briefs for payment of royalties.

[rockem]

some cool pics, but cropping alot of the distractions in the background would improve a few of them greatly