More than 10,000 works from 74 countries participated in 11th Annual Dog Photographer of the Year 2016 competition.
The competition awarded titles and prizes in ten categories: Dog Portrait, Dogs at Work, Dogs at Play, Man's Best Friend, Young Pup Photographer (11 years and under), I Love Dogs Because…(ages 12 to 17), Rescue Dogs (Charity category), Assistance Dogs (Charity category), Puppies and Oldies.
© Photo : Maria Davison/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“A Girl’s Best Friend” by Maria Davison Ramos from Portugal, the overall winner and the ‘Man's Best Friend’ category's 1st place winner. The image of a cross breed and rescue dog, Yzma at her owner’s feet perfectly shows that special bond between people and dogs.
“For me, capturing real and candid moments is what photography is all about. This is one of those moments. My friend had just adopted Yzma and while we were chatting in the kitchen I was taking some photographs. The location and the light were far from perfect, but I ended taking one of the photos I’m most proud of,” Maria wrote about her work.
“For me, capturing real and candid moments is what photography is all about. This is one of those moments. My friend had just adopted Yzma and while we were chatting in the kitchen I was taking some photographs. The location and the light were far from perfect, but I ended taking one of the photos I’m most proud of,” Maria wrote about her work.
“A Girl’s Best Friend” by Maria Davison Ramos from Portugal, the overall winner and the ‘Man's Best Friend’ category's 1st place winner. The image of a cross breed and rescue dog, Yzma at her owner’s feet perfectly shows that special bond between people and dogs.
“For me, capturing real and candid moments is what photography is all about. This is one of those moments. My friend had just adopted Yzma and while we were chatting in the kitchen I was taking some photographs. The location and the light were far from perfect, but I ended taking one of the photos I’m most proud of,” Maria wrote about her work.
“For me, capturing real and candid moments is what photography is all about. This is one of those moments. My friend had just adopted Yzma and while we were chatting in the kitchen I was taking some photographs. The location and the light were far from perfect, but I ended taking one of the photos I’m most proud of,” Maria wrote about her work.
© Photo : Julian Gottfried/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Jumping for Joy” by Julian Gottfried from the US, the 1st place winner in the ‘I Love Dogs Because…’ category. This category gives young photographers aged 12 to 17 years old the chance to demonstrate through their photography skills why they love their own dog or why they love dogs in general.
“I especially enjoy this photo because it exemplifies what I love about my dog. In the image, you can easily see his cuteness, personality and playful manner. Combined with the snow, they create a truly lively photo,” the young photographer commented on his photo of Pippin, the Terrier mix.
“I especially enjoy this photo because it exemplifies what I love about my dog. In the image, you can easily see his cuteness, personality and playful manner. Combined with the snow, they create a truly lively photo,” the young photographer commented on his photo of Pippin, the Terrier mix.
“Jumping for Joy” by Julian Gottfried from the US, the 1st place winner in the ‘I Love Dogs Because…’ category. This category gives young photographers aged 12 to 17 years old the chance to demonstrate through their photography skills why they love their own dog or why they love dogs in general.
“I especially enjoy this photo because it exemplifies what I love about my dog. In the image, you can easily see his cuteness, personality and playful manner. Combined with the snow, they create a truly lively photo,” the young photographer commented on his photo of Pippin, the Terrier mix.
“I especially enjoy this photo because it exemplifies what I love about my dog. In the image, you can easily see his cuteness, personality and playful manner. Combined with the snow, they create a truly lively photo,” the young photographer commented on his photo of Pippin, the Terrier mix.
© Photo : Alasdair MacLeod/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Megan & Duncan” by Alasdair MacLeod from the UK, the ‘Assistance Dogs’ category's 1st place winner. Megan, a rescued Greyhound and a certified Therapet, was photographed during her weekly visit to the South Beach Care home in Saltcoats, a small town in Scotland.
“I was just looking for her loving eyes to catch the attention of one of the residents, RAF veteran Mr. Duncan Currie (a pilot for the Royal Air Force No. 617 Squadron, Dam Busters) who has Dementia; he is 95 years old,” Alasdair wrote.
“I was just looking for her loving eyes to catch the attention of one of the residents, RAF veteran Mr. Duncan Currie (a pilot for the Royal Air Force No. 617 Squadron, Dam Busters) who has Dementia; he is 95 years old,” Alasdair wrote.
“Megan & Duncan” by Alasdair MacLeod from the UK, the ‘Assistance Dogs’ category's 1st place winner. Megan, a rescued Greyhound and a certified Therapet, was photographed during her weekly visit to the South Beach Care home in Saltcoats, a small town in Scotland.
“I was just looking for her loving eyes to catch the attention of one of the residents, RAF veteran Mr. Duncan Currie (a pilot for the Royal Air Force No. 617 Squadron, Dam Busters) who has Dementia; he is 95 years old,” Alasdair wrote.
“I was just looking for her loving eyes to catch the attention of one of the residents, RAF veteran Mr. Duncan Currie (a pilot for the Royal Air Force No. 617 Squadron, Dam Busters) who has Dementia; he is 95 years old,” Alasdair wrote.
© Photo : Kaylee Greer/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the YearWheaten Terrier Petey was snapped playing in the water by Kaylee Greer from the US. The image called “Splash!” won 1st place in the ‘Dogs at Play’ category.
Wheaten Terrier Petey was snapped playing in the water by Kaylee Greer from the US. The image called “Splash!” won 1st place in the ‘Dogs at Play’ category.
© Photo : Sarah Caldecott /The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“On the Move” by Sarah Caldecott from the UK, the 1st place winner in the ‘Dogs at Work’ category. The photograph of this Pointer dog, Rita, was taken during a training day on the moors in County Durham, according to the photographer.
“On the Move” by Sarah Caldecott from the UK, the 1st place winner in the ‘Dogs at Work’ category. The photograph of this Pointer dog, Rita, was taken during a training day on the moors in County Durham, according to the photographer.
© Photo : John Liot/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Kelly in her spot” by John Liot from the UK, the ‘Oldies’ category's 1st place winner. This category highlights canine senior citizens aged 8 years or older.
“Kelly, an apprehensive 12-year-old collie-cross, found her spot in the God rays heating up on the arm of a sofa and had a nap. She was a cautious girl with a sad backstory and had challenging behavioral issues prior to being adopted. Happily though, she has found rejuvenated life with her new family in Jersey who are giving her all the love and attention she sorely missed in her younger years,” John wrote.
“Kelly, an apprehensive 12-year-old collie-cross, found her spot in the God rays heating up on the arm of a sofa and had a nap. She was a cautious girl with a sad backstory and had challenging behavioral issues prior to being adopted. Happily though, she has found rejuvenated life with her new family in Jersey who are giving her all the love and attention she sorely missed in her younger years,” John wrote.
“Kelly in her spot” by John Liot from the UK, the ‘Oldies’ category's 1st place winner. This category highlights canine senior citizens aged 8 years or older.
“Kelly, an apprehensive 12-year-old collie-cross, found her spot in the God rays heating up on the arm of a sofa and had a nap. She was a cautious girl with a sad backstory and had challenging behavioral issues prior to being adopted. Happily though, she has found rejuvenated life with her new family in Jersey who are giving her all the love and attention she sorely missed in her younger years,” John wrote.
“Kelly, an apprehensive 12-year-old collie-cross, found her spot in the God rays heating up on the arm of a sofa and had a nap. She was a cautious girl with a sad backstory and had challenging behavioral issues prior to being adopted. Happily though, she has found rejuvenated life with her new family in Jersey who are giving her all the love and attention she sorely missed in her younger years,” John wrote.
© Photo : Mirjam Schreurs/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Full Concentration” by Mirjam Schreurs from the Netherlands, the 1st place winner in the ‘Puppies’ category for photographs of pooches under 6 months of age. The boxer puppy called Tyson is seen in this photo sitting and carefully listening to his owner.
“Full Concentration” by Mirjam Schreurs from the Netherlands, the 1st place winner in the ‘Puppies’ category for photographs of pooches under 6 months of age. The boxer puppy called Tyson is seen in this photo sitting and carefully listening to his owner.
© Photo : Anastasia Vetkovskaya/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Black Beauty” by Anastasia Vetkovskaya from Russia, the 1st place winner in the ‘Dog Portrait’ category.
“This magnificent Afghan was incredibly nice to shoot – he is very expressive and emotional,” Anastasia said of the dog, whose name is Sisley.
“This magnificent Afghan was incredibly nice to shoot – he is very expressive and emotional,” Anastasia said of the dog, whose name is Sisley.
“Black Beauty” by Anastasia Vetkovskaya from Russia, the 1st place winner in the ‘Dog Portrait’ category.
“This magnificent Afghan was incredibly nice to shoot – he is very expressive and emotional,” Anastasia said of the dog, whose name is Sisley.
“This magnificent Afghan was incredibly nice to shoot – he is very expressive and emotional,” Anastasia said of the dog, whose name is Sisley.
© Photo : Dylan Jenkins/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Mosey loves cake” by Dylan Jenkins from the UK, the 1st place winner in the ‘Young Pup Photographer’ category for the youngest dog photographers: those under 11 years of age.
“If I see something really, really special, I have to take a photo or video of it. I love taking photos and videos of Mosey because she is so funny, gentle and sleepy!” Dylan commented his picture of the Bloodhound.
“If I see something really, really special, I have to take a photo or video of it. I love taking photos and videos of Mosey because she is so funny, gentle and sleepy!” Dylan commented his picture of the Bloodhound.
“Mosey loves cake” by Dylan Jenkins from the UK, the 1st place winner in the ‘Young Pup Photographer’ category for the youngest dog photographers: those under 11 years of age.
“If I see something really, really special, I have to take a photo or video of it. I love taking photos and videos of Mosey because she is so funny, gentle and sleepy!” Dylan commented his picture of the Bloodhound.
“If I see something really, really special, I have to take a photo or video of it. I love taking photos and videos of Mosey because she is so funny, gentle and sleepy!” Dylan commented his picture of the Bloodhound.
© Photo : Alexandra Robins/The Kennel Club/Dog Photographer of the Year“Hope” by Alexandra Robins from the UK, the ‘Rescue Dogs’ category 1st place winner. Chloe, the brindle Greyhound seen in this image, came to Bath Cats and Dogs Home when her owner died.
“Hope” by Alexandra Robins from the UK, the ‘Rescue Dogs’ category 1st place winner. Chloe, the brindle Greyhound seen in this image, came to Bath Cats and Dogs Home when her owner died.