Camera Settings for Pets

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Pets, animals or any wildlife in general all need special camera settings. Our furry feathered friends do not pose or hang out for very long. So you need to be quick. With this in mind, I feel, camera settings for pets, your shutter speed needs to be king. The following is my recipe (using a [...]

Bits and Pieces from Yesterday

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A day in the life, Southern California style. 5:45am More 7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 9:00am Sunglasses and Bi-Focal Discussion 9:30am 10:00am 11:30am 12:30pm The Maddox Daphney Buddy 1:30pm on hold. 2:30pm Laundry, jealous. I know you are. snuggles Let’s ride 4:00 pm mail time 5:00pm Dinner prep 5:15pm Smells good 5:30pm 6:30 Angels vs. Oakland 7:00pm [...]

Beagle Brigade Photography: A Brand New Collection

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I have too many dogs. I do. Maddox, Buddy and Daphney. I love them all, but the hair and the barking and the discipline can send me running to the hills some days. Want one? I must admit, late at night, when I curl up on the sofa, I have the warmth of three soft [...]

I strive to be the person my dog thinks I am

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Maddox – Dapheny – Buddy 9yo – 1.8yo – 10yo Maddox Always searching for food He likes his alone time, usually on a high perch. The paw curl, it always gets me. Maddox the King. He just wants you to pet him. A lot. And he will purr in delight. Daphney Wants to know what [...]

4th of July Recap

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The Beagle Brigade was not happy about Canine Camp. We were off to Huntington Beach for…… No training wheels Food and Friendships Ice Cream Runs Gin Rummy Long awaited victories 5k and Parade on Pacific Coast Highway Hammocks and Lemonade Sunshine all over Elvis Music at 6am Growing up Relaxation and fireworks from the balcony [...]

A Beagle Brigade Update

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Here is a quick update on the Beagle Brigade.  Daphney is wearing a diaper.  Not a plastic one, a rugged denim one made especially for dogs. Yes, it is that time of the year.  We have opted to pass on this breeding opportunity for it would make for a summer calendar mess.  Puppies would be [...]

Lessons in Life

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Lessons in Life via The Beagle Brigade Be happy to see those you love The power of a compliment Play Say I’m sorry Include everyone Show your joy Nap Let your needs be known Be loyal Share Have a favorite toy Don’t hold a grudge Be supportive Protect and defend those you love What you [...]

Favorite Canine Products for the Beagle Brigade

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  I run a tight ship with the Beagles.  I have to. They out number me.  Furthermore since they sleep with us they must be uber clean.  When Buddy decides to roll in a mound of dirt trying to resemble a chocolate Labrador, I DRAW THE LINE. It’s shower time.  I’ll start with a few products [...]

Project 365 {Day 5 thru 25}

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Time for a little housekeeping.  Here is an update to the 365 Project.  {One photo a day in 2011} Can I do it? Only time will tell.  Day Five ~ Bruxie Waffles     Day Six ~  Jealous?   Day Seven ~ The Calm after the Storm      Day Eight ~ Kingpin   Day Nine ~ Daphney [...]