The working dogs of the world tend not
to get as much time in the spotlight as their house-pet brothers and
sisters. Photographer Andrew Fladeboe, however, is working to remedy
this injustice by treating these dogs with the respect and artistry they
deserve.
Though his photo series is called “The
Shepherd’s Realm,” the dogs aren’t limited to shepherds or cowherds –
search and rescue dogs, mobility dogs, guide dogs, companionship dogs
and K-9 police dogs also receive recognition. Their fur may be wet or
dirty, but their intelligent expressions and stoic nature show that, as
companions and workers, they are an indispensable aid for their owners.
His project has taken him primarily to New Zealand, Scotland and Norway.
In an interview with National Geographic, Fladeboe explained that most people don’t realize how much these dogs love to work; “Yes,
often they live hard and short lives, but for a dog like a border
collie, they are happiest when they have a job to do. I feel much worse
for a border collie that lives in a big city than one that is worked to
the bone on a farm.“
Shepherds
Mobility Dog
Search-And-Rescue Dog
Epilepsy Assistance Dog
Bird Hunters
Cowherd
Police Dog
Puffin Hunter
Biosecurity Dog
Urban Search-And-Rescue Dog
Comfort/Therapy Dog
Explosive Detector Dog
Guide Dog For The Blind
Search-And-Rescue Dog
Urban Search-And-Rescue Dog
Comfort/Therapy Dog

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