Gsd
178 creative works found
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Hay Making
by sashaIt’s 7 a.m., July 2006, and already hot.
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My dog Forrest. / A composited digital image of 1 shot used in 2 different ways. Featured in Cats and Dogs – October 21, 2009 ____ The German Shepherd Origins: / In Europe, during the 1800s, dog breeds were beginning to be standardized. The dogs were bred to preserve traits that assisted in their job of herding sheep and protecting flocks from predators. In Germany this was done within local communities, with the shepherds selecting and breeding dogs together that they believed had good traits, such as intelligence, strength and keen senses of smell. The result was dogs that were able to perform admirably in their task but that differed significantly, both in appearance and ability, across localities. To combat this, the Phylax Society was formed in 1891 with the intention of creating standardised dog breeds in Germany. The society disbanded after only three years due to an ongoing, in-house conflict regarding the traits that the society should promote; some members believed dogs should be bred solely for working purposes while others believed dogs should also be bred for appearance. While unsuccessful in their goal, the Phylax Society had inspired people to independently pursue standardising dog breeds. Max von Stephanitz, an ex-cavalry captain and former student of the Berlin Veterinary College, was one such ex-member. He believed strongly that dogs should be bred for working. In 1899, Von Stephanitz was attending a show when he was shown a dog named Hektor Linksrhein. Hektor was the product of many generations of selective breeding and completely fulfilled what Von Stephanitz believed a working dog should be, he was pleased with the strength of the dog and was so taken by the animal’s intelligence and loyalty that he purchased it immediately. After purchasing the dog he changed its name to Horand von Grafrath and founded the the Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde (Society for the German Shepherd Dog). Horand was declared to be the first German Shepherd Dog and was the first dog added to the society’s breed register. Horand became the centre-point of the society’s breeding programs and was bred with dogs belonging to other society members that displayed desirable traits. Although fathering many pups, Horand’s most successful was Hektor von Schwaben. Hektor was inbred with another of Horand’s offspring and produced Beowulf, who later fathered a total of 84 pups, mostly through being inbred with Hektor’s other offspring. Beowulf’s progeny were also inbred and it is from these pups that all German Shepherds draw a genetic link. It is believed the society accomplished its goal mostly due to Von Stephanitz’s strong, uncompromising leadership and he is therefore credited with being the creator of the German Shepherd Dog. Intelligence: / Shepherds were specifically bred for their intelligence, a trait for which they are now renowned. They are considered to be the third most intelligent breed of dog, behind Border Collies and Poodles. In the book The Intelligence of Dogs, author Stanley Coren ranked the breed third for intelligence. He found that they had the ability to learn simple tasks after only five repetitions and obeyed the first command given 95% of the time. This trait makes the breed desirable as Police, guard and rescue dogs. Temperament: / German Shepherds are highly active dogs, fearless but not hostile and are often described in breed standards as self-assured and never shy. The breed is marked by a willingness to learn and an eagerness to have a purpose. Shepherds can become over-protective of their family and territory, especially if not socialised correctly. Due to their loyal nature Shepherds bond well with children they know. While typically approachable, Shepherds do not become immediate friends with strangers. German Shepherds are highly obedient and not easily distracted, but due to their self-strong will must be trained by a firm hand. Information was obtained from this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_Shepherd_Dog
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Forrest my German Shepherd dog. / / Featured / Oct 12, 2008 Group – A Beautiful Blur
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Forrest will fetch just about anything I throw for him. Calmshells are always the most fun to watch him retrieve. Nikon D80 w/70-300mm VR Featured in Live, Love, Dream – Nov 9, 2008 / Featured in Paws n Claws – May 3, 2009
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One of my older shots of Forrest but still my most favorite, hopefully you enjoy it as much as I do. Forrest is a German Shepherd. He is also my most loyal friend. Nikon D80, 24-120mm lens, and SB600 speedlight. Featured in Weekly Theme Challenges – Dec 1, 2008 / Featured in Accentuate The Eyes – Mar 8, 2009 5th Place in challenge ‘This weeks Theme Challenge’, in Weekly Theme Challenges – Dec 2, 2008 / 7th Place in challenge “Our Loving Pets”, in The Addicted Photographer – Mar 5, 2009 / 5th Place in challenge “Your pet”, in The Woman Photographer – Apr 1, 2009 / 7th Place in challenge “Your favorite Dog or Cat Image”, in Paws N Claws – May 3, 2009 / 1st Place in challenge “Avatar Challenge” in German Shepherds – Jun 21, 2009 Group Avatar in German Shepherds – August 2009
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Holiday Card Original image My Loyal Friend / Nikon D80 w/24-120mm VR Featured / Dec 20, 2008 6th Place in Challenge ‘Holiday Dogs’ Group – Our K9 Friend / Dec 21, 2008 Group – Our K9 Friend
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A composite of 2 images. 6th Place in challenge “Profiles” in Mans Best Friend’s – May 11, 2009 / Featured in Mans Best Friend’s – May 11, 2009 / Featured in Dimensions – July 22, 2009 :)
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The German Shepherd Dog Forrest
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My German Shepherd Dog Forrest. / Aug 2008 / Nikon D80 w/ 24-120mm VR / HDR, Black and White, Slight warm-tone, and Vignette. /
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My German Shepherd Bruzer. / Featured 12/1/08 in the Cats and Dogs group. Thank you hosts. / Featured in Paws n Claws 5/10/09. Thank you hosts.
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Indy—6 month old female German Shepherd Pup Featured on the Redbubble Home Page May 15, 2009 / Featured in All Soft & Cuddlies group April 22, 2009 / Featured in Cats and Dogs group April 27, 2009 / Featured in Animal Kingdom group April 27, 2009 / Featured in Man’s Best Friend group April 29, 2009 / Featured in Tone it Down group August 8, 2009 Winner of Mood & Ambience group challenge Dog Breeds / August 22, 2009 / Winner of Tone it Down group challenge Lets See Your Pet August 4, 2009 / Winner of Man’s Best Friend group challenge Beauty in Black & White April 27, 2009 / 2nd place in German Shepherd group September avatar challenge September 1, 2009 / 2nd place in First Things group challenge Images Featured on the Homepage August 19, 2009 / 2nd place in Our K9 Friends group Black and White Photos of Dogs challenge July 9, 2009 / Top ten in Paws N Claws group challenge Dogs & Cats – Black & White May 7, 2009 / Top ten in Playful Photogenic Pets group challenge Black & White Images of Your Pet May 15, 2009 / Top Ten in Paws N Claws group challenge 2 or more Features, Cats and Dogs only June 13, 2009 / Top ten in Paws N Claws group challenge 4 or more Features dogs and cats only August 5, 2009
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Top Ten in Paws and Claws challenge Dog, Profile Shots challenge August 13, 2009
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Her name is Yuri, a gsd holding deer. She has earned CKC and AKC advanced obedience titles and involved in herding. Rosebud County, Montana, USA. nikon SLR/ 70-300mm lens EYE TO EYE has been featured in: / 1. ALL SOFT AND CUDDLIES GROUP – 6/09 / 2. DEER ME GROUP – 6/09 / 3. MANS BEST FRIEND’S GROUP – 6/09 / 4. NUDE PETS – 6/09 / 5. My Wonderful Memories Group – 8/30/09 / 6. The World As We See It Group – 11/3/09 / 7. Just Pure Nature Group – 11/4/09 / 8. Pets Are Us Group – 11/4/09 / 9. Colour And Light Group – 11/4/09 VOTED TOP 10 in: / 1. Paws&Claws challenge – 3 or more features (dogs&cats only) – 7/10/09 / 2. Paws&Claws challenge – 4 or more features (dog&cat only) – 8/5/09
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This is Marija’s german shepherd Bruzer. I took the picture when they came to visit us in June. I love his beautiful eyes. Featured in Animal Kingdom group July 25, 2009 Featured in Cats and Dogs group July 27, 2009
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Closeup of Forrest. / German Shepherd Dog / Featured in Cats and Dogs – August 7, 2009
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German Shepherd Dog / August 2009 / Nikon D80 w/70-300mm VR Featured in Paws n Claws – August 9, 2009 9th Place in the challenge “QUARTERLY CHALLENGE – Featured Images & Challenge Winners” in Paws n Claws – Oct 14, 2009
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Forrest is my German Shepherd. / 4 1/2 Years old, male. / Aug 2009 / Nikon D80 w/ 70-300mm VR Featured in A Beautiful Blur – August 12, 2009
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Sometimes I think he makes the cutest expressions, this is one of them. / Forrest is my German Shepherd. / 4 1/2 Years old, male. / Aug 2009 / Nikon D80 w/ 70-300mm VR
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Forrest with his tennis ball and I dont think he’s giving it up. ;) Forrest is my German Shepherd. / 4 1/2 Years old, male. / Aug 2009 / Nikon D80 w/ 70-300mm VR
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August 2009 Nikon D80 w/ 70-300 mm VR Featured in Eye Contact – September 11, 2009
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German Shepherd Dog Portrait – Forrest Featured in Dimensions – September 24, 2009 / Featured in # 1 ARTISTS OF REDBUBBLE – September 25, 2009
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Jake with his favorite indoor toy. We call it “Softie”, and he loves to carry it around, use it as a pillow, and shake it unmercifully. / Taken especially for my friend John44, who has been teasing me because the previous photo of Jake had his ear tips cut off. So here is Jake…ears and all! Featured in Cats and Dogs October 2009 Top Ten Cats and Dogs Challenge Canon Rebel XS 50mm (prime) f2.8 ISO 640 Tv 1/50th sec
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Our German Shepherd named Bruzer who is 5 years old and dreaming of yummy bbq! Canon Digital Rebel XTI 75-300 mm lens used. / Featured in 100% 10/9/09. Thank you hosts. / Featured in German Shepherds 10/3/09. Thank you hosts.
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