Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics)

• 10-26-2009 7:51 PM

  Liesje Joined on 03-02-2007 Posts 9,906 Points 655

  Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact Time for a photodump of the Noodle!  He got his SG rating last week (highest rating for his age, replaces his three VP ratings), got his CGC on Saturday, and starting working in the blind for the first time yesterday. These are my portraits from yesterday            Working pics (in reverse chronological order).. Going in for the first time and....I stop him short, gah! Hey Ron, you got a little somethin' stuck on your arm there Woohoo, this time I got it!  Line is loose, dog is barking and not getting "dirty" on the helper Some agitation/civil work One way to "disarm" someone... Looks like he really *hates* this work http://vankelderdogs.dutchbingo.net http://www.schhmi.com

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• 10-26-2009 8:16 PM

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  Thalie Joined on 01-01-2007 Louisiana Posts 1,227 Points 245	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact Nikon is magnificent and so very impressive, both in looks and work. You got a wonderful boy, Liesje. Nathalie & the Monstresses Flem - GR - DOB 04-24-04 Spip-YL- DOB 05-18-02
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• 10-26-2009 8:33 PM

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  jennie_c_d Joined on 09-10-2007 Southeast Georgia Posts 11,076 Points 265	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact  He is so beautiful, and I love the intensity, even at heel.   Where did you get your fabulous harness, and how happy are you with it?
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• 10-26-2009 9:23 PM

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  Liesje Joined on 03-02-2007 Posts 9,906 Points 655

  Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact The harness is Bridgeport Equipment.  Very happy with it.  In fact, most SchH people I know use the same exact one.  Several people have used theirs for 10 years.  We don't really use the harness much anymore, but it cues him up for bitework so I still put it on, and sometimes our helper does a lot of civil/defense work right in his face so I have to hold the handle. http://vankelderdogs.dutchbingo.net http://www.schhmi.com

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• 10-26-2009 9:25 PM

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  jennie_c_d Joined on 09-10-2007 Southeast Georgia Posts 11,076 Points 265	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact  It looks great for helping a silly girl that can't hop in the car, or wearing when they want to slip through a door. I keep eyeballing the handled harnesses.   ETA: I realized, when I went to the website (again, I think I've admired his harness, before) why I don't have one. My dogs are too small!
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• 10-26-2009 9:30 PM

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  Liesje Joined on 03-02-2007 Posts 9,906 Points 655

  Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact LOL, yes they are pretty big.  Nikon got a Large when he was 4 months and I added some holes in the leather, it was still loose (but for protection it doesn't matter since they are lunging into it).  He is still on some of the tightest buckle settings and he is now 14 months, probably 75lbs and full height. What about a little Ruffwear?  They have a second belly strap and a handle, designed for lifting I believe. PS.  I just thought of this, seeing you post in a SchH thread: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTN5kTkdvME http://vankelderdogs.dutchbingo.net http://www.schhmi.com

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• 10-26-2009 9:33 PM

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  jennie_c_d Joined on 09-10-2007 Southeast Georgia Posts 11,076 Points 265	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact  I have one, but it covers so much of her body, that it's too hot to wear in the summer. She's become quite heat sensitive, in the last year.
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• 10-26-2009 11:15 PM

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  Sunshinegirl Joined on 05-03-2007 Florida, USA Posts 1,540 Points 565	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact Great pics ~ I love the last one of the two of you. The look of devotion and focus from him is amazing. Very nice....... Sunshine Girl
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• 10-26-2009 11:18 PM

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  BEVOLASVEGAS Joined on 07-11-2006 Texas Posts 7,931 Points 940	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact Liesje: Nice grip! Lies, he's stunning. Amanda
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• 10-26-2009 11:24 PM

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  BlackLabbie Joined on 01-28-2008 South of Boston Posts 3,045 Points 250	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact He's a big handsome boy now! Awww, I remember when you first got him, such a cute lil pup! -Stephanie blacklabbie.weebly.com Apollo- black Labrador Retriever Molson- buff American Cocker Spaniel Patty- black American Cocker Spaniel
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• 10-27-2009 8:36 AM

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  kpwlee Joined on 06-17-2006 North Carolina Posts 6,426 Points 535	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact  my goodeness he is gorgeous!! I love his coloring and coat. And I love seeing him work!
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• 10-27-2009 9:14 PM

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  Spazzy Joined on 04-22-2006 Connecticut Posts 825 Points 20	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact Those pics are amazing... Nikon is such an awesome dog. I love the working pics of him -Chelsea &
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• 10-27-2009 11:05 PM

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  bernerbear Joined on 05-23-2008 Posts 51 Points 0	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact Wow. Honestly I'm not usually a huge fan of shepherds (okay, I'm a huge fan of all dogs... but they are lower on my list of favorite breeds - just my taste!) BUT Nikon is absolutely stunning. The portraits at the top are amazing! Awesome working shots too :)   -bernerbear
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• 10-28-2009 1:09 AM

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  valleyjays Joined on 06-25-2009 Los Angeles Posts 61 Points 15	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact  That is one beauftifyl GS dog! Love his colors! http://www.doggeekz.com
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• 10-28-2009 7:57 AM

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  3girls Joined on 08-28-2007 Virginia Posts 877 Points 80	Re: Nikon photo dump (portraits and working pics) Reply Contact  I just can't get over how much he has grown. You've done a great job, congrats to the both of you!!
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