Comment from Jack Moore
I love how dogs take commands from their owners. I have been watching how they use dogs at the airport to sniff out drugs that are being smuggled in and they are always spot on. I have also seen where dogs find people who have been buried by rubble by earthquakes or terrorist bombings. They are definitely man's best friend. I like how these two are on the alert by looking at something that has caught their attention. I love dogs but I have a cat right now, and growing up we had both. It is really amazing what these dogs can do. This is definitely a great piece for the contest and I wish you the best in it. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work. JackJr.

 Comment Written 29-Feb-2024

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reply by the author on 01-Mar-2024

Thank you, artist friend Jack, for reviewing and providing such a detailed review and I enjoyed your sharing of those things you have been observing. By the way, should I not get another chance, congratulations on your recent win. So deserved indeed!Than

Comment from jesuel
what a great piece of art I really like how you did the Dobermans the color composition is great and the figure looks good beautiful work here

 Comment Written 28-Feb-2024

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reply by the author on 28-Feb-2024

Thank you so much artist friend for reviewing and for your very kind words. I appreciate it.

Comment from Lynnmarie2
I've had the pleasure of coming across military dogs and I have to admire their loyalty and dedication to their handlers and their jobs. Overall a great presentation. Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 26-Feb-2024

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reply by the author on 27-Feb-2024

Thank you so much for your review, artist friend. You also know so much about horses that sometime I wish to learn more from you about them. I did not know the Doberman dog was used in service but my son did much research and some of these are some of the largest dogs in the world, also used for rescue if trained.

Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn
A very interesting and unique visual presented here. I like your background, which I like your subjects very well. Composition, shades and tones are thought out and presented well. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 25-Feb-2024

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reply by the author on 26-Feb-2024

You are most welcome and thank you for your reviewing and liking Alexander and his dogs.

Comment from nikman
A good looking image posted here into the competition together with interesting notes too!Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that beautiful lady soldier and her handsome dogs. Well drawn and good luck!

 Comment Written 25-Feb-2024

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reply by the author on 26-Feb-2024

Thank you for reviewing and for your encouraging words, Artist friend.

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
A masterfully crafted painting captures the essence of man- and dog relationship each weathered detail telling a silent tale of its past. The artist's skill breathes life into the drawing. A visual journey through time and history, skillfully preserved on paper. Well done! Good luck!

 Comment Written 25-Feb-2024

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reply by the author on 26-Feb-2024

Thank you for your review. artist friend, and for your descriptive insight as well as the "6" which means so much also.