Comment from WendyG
Awe, he is adorable, so glad he made it to the sanctuary where he will be cared for. He looks like he is right at home,lol. Super techs Eileen, fabulous shot:)

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2013

Thanks Wendy!

Comment from careydils
Oh wow how gorgeous. I always wanted to touch their paws for some reason, I don't know why. What an awesome capture. He seems to be enjoying himself. Beautiful Eileen.

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

thanks again Carey

Comment from Mollie213
This is a great photo. So relaxed and looks so innocent. Doesn't look like he would hurt a fly.
Beautiful coverage adn color and perfect clarity.
Great job.
So glad you shared.

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

Thanks so much Mollie! You are so kind to give me this wonderful rating and review.

Comment from Cassandra01
What a sweet shot of this big kitty. I saw one of these in the wild once...pretty intimidating. Love the filtered light. Great shot.

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

Thanks Cassandra. Wow what did you do when you saw it?

reply by Cassandra01 on 27-Jun-2013

Nothing...I was in a car, it was dark out and it was heading into the woods so I let it go! :)

reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

LOL lucky to be able to see on in the wild

Comment from Regina E.H-Ariel
OMG - you were present again in the perfect moment - he is confident and sleeping the best sleep ever - perfect timing, super momentum, a gift from him to you and from you to us - great frame - super arrangements and adjustments - perfect focus - super DOf - perfect close up camera settings - a very special shot

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

Thanks so much Regina!

Comment from supergold
a wonderful capture of this puma or panther; he looks so sweet, but better not to get too close; nice saturated colors and fine focus;

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

This was actually behind glass. I was safe. Lol. Thanks super!

Comment from lgnedilsky
He looks like my husband taking a nap.. LOL..
Great shot! Panther is one of my power animals, so I am partial to this one. I love how you have captured him in the shade.. great natural colors.. and the saddows create that nice relaxed feeling that he has. Wonderful visual impact! Thank you for sharing!

 Comment Written 26-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

Thanks so much Linda.

Comment from Sange
OUTSTANDING! Exposure, clarity, details, colors are all superb here Shadow girl!
You took your time on this one and look at the end result! Your edit shows much improvement on what we talked about in private. =)
WELL DONE!

 Comment Written 26-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

Thanks Sange. I do learn, but am slow at times... :)

Comment from gidavidson
Good to see this big kitty is being well cared for. Good focus, frame and exposure to show the sleepy details.

 Comment Written 26-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 27-Jun-2013

Thanks George

Comment from Taff Murray
That is one lovely shot. The lighting is exquisite and the moment of capture excellent. All the technical bits are spot on. The detail is oustanding. I love the framing and the medium crop that focuses all the attention onto the sleeping face. It actually looks quite cute there for something that will rip your face off in the blink of an eye. Brilliant execution. Wild or Zoo?

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 Comment Written 26-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 26-Jun-2013

Andy, I am so honored to get this rating from you. I know you do not take them lightly. They are impressive to watch and we have a deep affection for them as my husband is a wildlife artist. They all need our help. But, that being said, give them the respect they deserve and need. Don't touch :)