Tips for Finding a Akita Photographer More and more people these days want their akitas in their family photographs, but finding a photographer who is willing to allow akitas of all sizes into their studios may be difficult. However, many photographers today realize that akitas are an extension of family and are making efforts to include the family akita in sittings. While most dogs shed, poodles are actually incapable of shedding. That fact makes them excellent house pets, since they don't get the furniture covered in fur. Also, due to the nature of their fur and the fact that they do not shed, most people with dog allergies aren't allergic to poodles. How to go about finding a good akita photographer, one that will show patience and take care to ensure a pleasant experience, both for you and your akita? First, ask around. Family and friends are usually the first to share their experiences. After all, it's one thing to be able to bring your akita into a photography studio, it's quite another to find a photographer whose patience and humor will guarantee that people and animals are all looking into the camera when that photo is snapped. Bloodhounds have dewlaps. What are dewlaps? They are strange looking, pendulous folds of skin on the back of the neck. They don't seem to serve any useful purpose to the bloodhound, but are rather interesting to look at. Visiting local photography shops is also a good way to determine which photographers are willing to take photos of your akita. Many display their photographs in windows, so check around. If you see photos of animals, go inside and ask how much the photographer charges for a sitting fee. Find out also if you are allowed to look over the proofs before paying for prints, as well as whether or not the photographer expects akita owners to appear in the photograph as well. Get a feeling for the photographer who will be taking the photos and determine whether he or she likes akitas and will be patient and understanding with yours. Basset hounds have incredibly long ears. In fact, the dog with the largest ears in the world is a Basset Hound. His name is Mr. Jeffries. The dog's ears are 11.5 inches long, and are insured. No matter your reason for wanting your akita photographed, remember to take the akita's feelings into consideration. Make sure that visiting an indoor location like a photography studio won't upset him and that he will be well behaved. Also realize that your akita may be uncertain or nervous, so be sure to offer reassurance. Photographing your akita will provide years of lasting memories, but do your best beforehand to ensure that it's a pleasant experience for both you and your akita. Rhodesian ridgebacks have an actual ridge along the top of their backs. The ridge is made up of forward-growing hairs. This ridge gives the rhodesian ridgeback a unique and easily recognizable look. Basset hounds are fabulous at hunting and they make wonderful companion dogs. However, even with those great qualities, basset hounds are horrible swimmers! Their legs are simply too small to keep their heavy, long bodies afloat properly.