Today was time to enjoy the summer and show our readers how Denali can become an island dog. 

The keys to a successful photo shoot with Denali:

 • Hawaiian tunes

• Plenty of dog treats (specifically something meaty)

• A cool costume from your collection of unused clothes

• Shades that keep the flash out of his eyes

• A red boa that shows off his golden locks 

This is the real deal, folks.

Many shop owners tell me customers wonder if a dog really allows a photographer to take pictures in various states of dress.

He does - after many years of training.

“But Photoshop must be involved to paint hair on him?”

“Those glasses can’t be really on his head.”

Oh, it’s all real. And it takes an extremely long time to complete one photo shoot.

Denali is very patient, but that is a trait he’s gained after extensive training and patience on his part. The above photo is an outtake from a recent shoot showing how I can adjust his head level and he will stay still for a short period.

Since this is a one-person operation I must get back to the camera quickly before he loses concentration. Some days that happens and other I struggle. As you can see, in the end, we’ve accomplished our goal a few times.

Greetings… Denali is back to work after his little problem with eating coins. It really amazes me what dogs eat! He and I are working on three new styles. Please check back in a few weeks to see the new cards.

Denali, today, finally had the chance to show off his abilities to the local media.

Getting on the cedar chest was no problem. Posing for pictures failed to scare him. Denali didn’t seem to mind strangers from the Bowling Green (O.) Sentinel-Tribune stopping by for a feature story on the card business and a dog’s willingness to be photographed in various outfits.

Reporter Deb Rogers and photographer Aaron Carpenter are the first members of the mass media to visit the location where it all happens. A story set to be published May 3 will focus on Denali’s cards being available at the Bowling Green State University bookstore.

Upon departure of the media hounds, Denali promptly found his favorite spot against the couch and took a nap. It was just another day in the life of a supermodel dog.

Denali takes a break during an afternoon shoot.

Ummm…. I must be running low on dog treats..

BREAKING BUSINESS NEWS ….

The Vision continues to spread. Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland and the Toledo area have joined the growing list of cities selling Denali’s wisdom.

But this is a first for us.

Bowling Green State University, famous for its Freddie the Falcon mascot, has confirmed its on-campus bookstore has welcomed a golden retriever’s vision to be sold alongside Freddie gear. A full selection of the cards will be sold.

Denali celebrated the big news by showing off his new school hoodie, and promptly taking a nap after his shoot.

GO FALCONS!

Denali takes a break during an afternoon photo session.