Pictures! For Real-see for yourself!-EDIT

[K9karen]

Gotcha! Sorry..but I thought this would entice you all to help me out...

I put this under DG 'cause it involves my sweet Mz Klo

I thought I'd get an early start on attempting to take our holiday picture, seeing as she hates the camera. Yesterday, John and I joined her outside and she was prancing and happy and excited...until..she saw John take the camera out from his jacket. Ears back, tail under legs and no smile and no Logan. She tried hiding in the bushes. Seriously. Even at the bark park the other day she trotted over to the other side and walked the perimeter of the fence. Got a lot of blurry butt shots, but lots of poses from other dogs. Nancy (the pet psychic) is going to get back to me why Klo is petrified of cameras (even without a flash..just cameras in general). Darn! I was so frustrated. My hair turned out great (vanity) and the weather was beautiful.

Any suggestions how I can get her to look into the camera? I show her all your fantastic photos but she just rolls her eyes and shrugs.

H E L P !!!!!

[Karen]

Hmmm - could you disguise the camera in a box or something? Just cut a lens-size hole in a shoebox? The cameraman might feel a little goofy carrying around a shoebox and pointing it, but maybe it wouldn't scare poor Logan as much?

[dukedogsmom]

Is there any toy or treat that she's just nuts about? That's how I get Dasher to do it. I hold his prized squeaky tennis ball in my hand. Wherever that ball goes, so do his eyes and it also make him perk up his ears. Then after I get one shot, I let him hold it before I take another shot. I so hope you can get a good pic. I know how important it is for you.

[bckrazy]

hmm... I would try to slowly teach her to associate the camera with good things, like treats or toys, and praise. When the camera is anywhere in sight, and she is acting calm, give her lots of treats and praise. Slowly increase her proximity to the camera during each session, but don't try to take pictures until she is totally fine with it.

If she starts acting scared, you're moving too fast. And make sure you never, ever praise her when she is acting scared or unsure; only when she's relaxed!

I did this for Gonzo, as he used to be scared of cameras, when he was young. He now tolerates it... that's the best I can do. ;D

[Ginger's Mom]

Hehehe, you got me. I couldn't open this thread fast enough at the prospect of seeing Mz. Klo. Actually, I was going to suggest something similar to Erica. Do it slow, treat her for her proximity to the camera. Hold the camera in one hand and one of her toys in the other, and treat her for ignoring the camera and hitting on the toy. Or one of you get on the floor and play with Logan while the other person on occasion picks up or walks by with the camera (not taking pictures), so good things are associated with it. It will take a while, but she may learn that it won't hurt her.

[anna_66]

Oh man, you had me going. I thought we were going to see some pictures. Your sneaky

Bon is not afraid of the camera but I can hardly ever get him to look at it while we are outside. Treats is the only thing that works for me.

Maybe you two could just be sitting and sharing a moment and John could quickly snap a few pictures without her noticing?

I wish you good luck!

[Freedom]

Tsk tsk, you know, at this time of year, Santa is checking who is naughty . . . Leading us on to believe we would see pics!

My foster dog Ozzy is the same way with the camera. The only way I can get a shot of him is if someone holds him. Just zoom in on his face. Don't know if this will give you the holiday shot you would prefer, but it is the only thing that works with Ozzy.

Next time, we are going to HOLD you to the title when you say photos!

[K9karen]

*bump*

[shais_mom]

you both look beautiful!
just a thought - Have you tried holding a scrumptious treat above the camera like a piece of beef or a hot dog?

[dukedogsmom]

Hey, congrats on at least getting the front of her. Nice to see both of you again. I would suggest a toy or treat, also. Can John hold one and the camera at the same time? I see you're making a little progress, though. It should get better if you don't rush her. Poor thing. Give her some hugs from me.

[K9karen]

you both look beautiful!
just a thought - Have you tried holding a scrumptious treat above the camera like a piece of beef or a hot dog?

When she posed nicely, I gave her a cookie. She's not food orientated and when it comes to the dreaded camera, she doesn't give a hoot about anything but disappearing! She was a bit better with John's camera then mine. He snapped about 50 and this one cracked me up. At least I didn't have to strangle her to sit still!

Aw..thanks Staci for the sweet comment.

[chocolatepuppy]

Sorry Karen, no photo taking help, but it's good to see you and Logan!

[Rachel]

Forgive me for laughing but sounds like she is intent not letting you get a good shot this year. You might as well go with it and concentrate on one that you like of YOU....like the one you posted for example which I think is cool. You could entitle it...Logan sings Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer

[Pam]

Well lucky me! I stumbled onto this thread after the picture was posted. What a hoot Karen! She does look like she is singing something or maybe saying Ho Ho Ho!! Then again she may be doing what Bella does. Bella closes her eyes when she doesn't want to deal with me (walking over with nail cutters or something). I think she and Klo believe that if they can't see us we can't see them! You look terrific too! Nice job!

[anna_66]

Forgive me for laughing but sounds like she is intent not letting you get a good shot this year. You might as well go with it and concentrate on one that you like of YOU....like the one you posted for example which I think is cool. You could entitle it...Logan sings Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer

I couldn't agree more
You look gorgeous Karen!