Did some minor speck cloning, and a touch of dodging, followed by turning it to grayscale/duotone. Also performed some sharpening, levels, and added border.
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It's a clear shot, good details (which is hard in a darker dog), good lighting with no obvious shadows, and the background is non-distracting. I'm leaning towards disliking the collar. I think having it not there at all, or backing up a little and showing the entire collar may have been better.
Very beautiful dog and you have retained the texture of the hair perfectly. Eyes have a beautiful catchlight, subtle and not overpowering. The collar really does look like stainless steel.
I am sure you have had comments on the background!
What a shame. Especially when the dog looks like he is happy to pose (my dog loves the camera and will sit for ages, move head left - hold - right hold - head up - hold etc.)
If this were my picture I would definatly edit the background and get it printed.
David
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