Dahlie Dog Studios

11/08/2025

One of my favorite parts of being a professional dog photographer is the sheer variety of dogs I get to meet - hundreds of breeds, each with their own charm. These days, it’s rare for me to encounter one I haven’t photographed before, so it’s always a special treat when I do. Even better is seeing that dog in their element, where their personality truly shines.

Meet Karajol, a young male Kyrgyz Taigan – a rare and remarkable sighthound from the mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Bred for endurance at high altitudes, Taigans are skilled hunters, capable of following scent trails, retrieving game, and even working in partnership with trained birds of prey like golden eagles.

Thank you so much to Ryker for bringing out your special boy for a puppy bump fun run with the Copper State Basenji Club! 🐇💨

10/08/2025

✨ https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620 ✨

Photos from the Copper State Basenji Club FastCAT, Lure Coursing and CAT events are NOW AVAILABLE! 🐇💨

📷 These galleries are some of my favorite coursing photos that I've taken, and it was an absolute joy to watch so many dogs having the time of their life out on the trial field! It's always an honor to be invited to capture these events, and I am delighted to see so many new titles and PBs! 🏆

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Thanks you so much for coming out to Pinetop-Lakeside to support this wonderful crew of passionate people, and I hope you and your dogs had a great time together!

Laura Greenwood / Dahlie Dog Studios

08/08/2025

✨ Check out Archie the German Shorthaired Pointer locked in on that trash bunny! It was amazing to watch the dogs having a blast out on the trial field, and I'm so excited to share the photo galleries in just a couple of days! 🐇💨

📸 Quick photos update! How's it going now? A few days ago I captured the action with the Copper State Basenji Club FastCAT, Lure Coursing and CAT events. Here's how things are looking right now:

✅ CAT - photos done!
🔄 FastCAT - finishing up...
❎ Lure Coursing - today's work?

All of the photos from the event are expected to be available this Sunday. To know the moment that the galleries go live, register your email at the link below to get a notification right in your inbox:

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

04/08/2025

Huge thanks to the Copper State Basenji Club for hosting such a wonderful set of trials and tests this weekend. It was my absolute pleasure to capture photos of every single run on both Friday and Saturday, and I am super excited to share the photos with you all in the coming days! If you haven't already registered your email, click the link below and get a notification as soon as the gallery is live! 📷🎉

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

The crew at CSBC are some of the best to spend your time with, and it was absolutely delightful to see so many dogs having an amazing time there too! It was an honor to watch these dogs do what comes so naturally to them.

Thank you so much to CSBC for inviting me to photograph your trials! 💜✨

⚠️ Unfortunately due to an injury overnight on Saturday evening, I had to head home from the trial rather than stay for Sunday too. It was a big disappointment and I'm incredibly sorry to have missed out, and apologize to anyone who was disappointed. I'm pleased to say that I'll still be able to edit and upload photos as planned, but I'll need to take a two week break from taking more photos while my hand heals up!

02/08/2025

This weekend I will be photographing some amazing AKC sports here in Arizona, and wanted to share a quick “crash course” for each one! Today’s featured sport is the Coursing Ability Test - don’t forget to check out photos from this weekend’s events at the link below.

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

🏁 CAT (Coursing Ability Test)

✨ What is it & how does work? ✨

First introduced by the AKC in 2011, this sport has dogs chase a lure individually over a 300 or 600‑yard course. The dogs are scored on a pass or fail only - they just need to finish within a specific time limit (a few minutes) and have enthusiasm for the lure!

✨ Who can take part? ✨

All dogs that are at least a year old can take part if they have AKC registration. This includes mixed breeds via Canine Partners and PAL programs, and breeds still being recognized in the Misc. and FSS groups. Dogs in this sport run one at a time for safety reasons.

✨ Breed or height rules? ✨

Dogs that are brachycephalic, seniors, or under 12″ at the withers run a 300‑yard course. All other dogs run the full 600‑yards, typically ending up back at the starting line after running a big loop.

✨ AKC titles? ✨

Titles are based on how many passing scores your dog has accumulated throughout their life. CA is achieved after 3 passes, CAA (Coursing Ability Advanced) at 10 passes, and CAX (Coursing Excellent) at 25. If you keep running beyond that, you can achieve CAX2, CAX3 and many more after that with each subsequent 25 runs!

✨ Want to learn more about lure coursing events like the CAT? ✨

https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing

01/08/2025

This weekend I will be photographing some amazing AKC sports here in Arizona, and wanted to share a quick “crash course” for each one! Today’s featured sport is Lure Coursing - don’t forget to check out photos from this weekend’s events at the link below.

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

🏆 AKC Coursing Trial

✨ What is it & how does work? ✨

Coursing is a sport dating back to the Ancient Greeks, but it was officially recognized by the AKC in July 1991. Designed for purebred sighthounds, dogs chase a mechanical lure across a field of around 600 yards, navigating turns to simulate prey like rabbits. Judges score on the dog’s overall ability: how they follow the lure, plus factors like their speed, agility & endurance. There are different levels, but once a dog has proven that it can focus on the lure, you may see dogs running against each other in an official trial.

✨ Who can take part? ✨

Lure coursing is only for sighthound breeds. This includes AKC recognized breeds like greyhounds, salukis, whippets and basenjis plus breeds in the Misc. and FSS groups like Norrbottenspets and Thai Ridgeback. All dogs must be at least a year old, with spayed and neutered dogs eligible to participate. Dogs with disqualifications found in the AKC Breed Standards are ineligible to enter lure coursing trials and tests.

✨ Breed or height rules? ✨

Only the sighthound breeds can participate in true lure coursing. Dogs will typically run with others like them to see who is the best of the breed, and dogs of various breeds with similar height categories will run together at the end to crown the “Best In Field” winner of that trial.

✨ AKC title? ✨

Like some other AKC sports, dogs will start at the lowest level and work their way up the title progression. Here's how your dog earns titles along the way:

Junior Courser (JC) - To get started, your dog runs solo, showing enthusiasm and no interruptions. Two judges at separate events (can be same day) must each pass the dog.

Qualified Courser (QC) - Next, your dog must prove it can run safely with another dog. A judge watches for clean chasing, lure focus, and no interference. Once certified, your dog can compete in Open Stakes.

Senior Courser (SC) - Now eligible to compete, your dog earns the SC title after four qualifying runs at licensed trials under at least three different judges, always running with another hound.

Master Courser (MC) - For true veterans of the field, the MC title is earned after SC plus 25 more qualifying runs in Open, Veteran, or Specials Stakes - always with competition.

Field Champion (FC) - The prestigious FC title requires 15 points from trial wins, including two major wins under different judges, with at least one earned running against the same breed. A major is a first-place win that awards a specific number of points based on the number of hounds of that breed competing.

Lure Courser Excellent (LCX) - Dogs that are already Field Champions can earn LCX titles by accruing 45 more points in Specials or Veterans Stakes. Each time they earn another 45pts, they level up: LCX II, LCX III, and so on!

✨ Want to learn more about lure coursing, and other events like CAT and FastCAT? ✨

https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing

31/07/2025

This weekend I will be photographing some amazing AKC sports here in Arizona, and wanted to share a quick “crash course” for each one! Today’s featured sport is FastCAT - don’t forget to check out photos from this weekend’s events at the link below.

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

🏁 Fast CAT (Fast Coursing Ability Test)

✨ What is it & how does work? ✨

Dogs run one at a time down a straight 100‑yard course chasing a lure. Their time is converted into miles per hour, then assigned points based on a handicap system. There’s no direct competition between dogs, but leaderboards are available to show where your dog ranks within its breed! The current fastest dog in 2025 is Fritsch the greyhound with a high average of 37.93mph - but there’s still a few more months left to go! Check out the leaderboards to see the rankings in each breed. They can take a few weeks to update from the latest runs, so check back every now and then!

https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/fastcat_ranking/index.cfm

✨ Who can take part? ✨

To take part in official runs, dogs need to be at least one year old. It doesn’t matter if they’re purebred or mixed breed so long as they have an AKC registration number. Dogs will be checked for lameness before getting to the start line. Spayed/neutered dogs are allowed to run; females in season are not. You should definitely read the rulebook before you go - it’s important to know the little details like which collars are allowed or where to stand at the start line.

✨ Breed or height rules? ✨

In FastCAT, everyone runs the same 100-yard course. Breed and size do not affect eligibility; handicap points are based on how tall your dog is at the withers (shoulders). Dogs under 12” get a handicap of 2x; dogs between 12-18” get a 1.5x handicap, and dogs over 18” run with a 1x handicap. You can calculate your dog’s points with this information: if a dog completes the course in 8.51 seconds, their speed is calculated as 204.545 / 8.51s (which equals 24.04 MPH). If the dog is between 12-18” on the handicap scale, their points would be 24.04 * 1.5 = 36.06 points from that run.

✨ AKC titles? ✨

FastCAT was added as an official AKC titling event in 2016. Points from each run are calculated and accumulate with all of their runs from throughout their life. The first title is given when you have gained a total of 150pts (BCAT), the second is at 500pts (DCAT), and the third is at 1000pts (FCAT). Once your dog has that title, you can keep accumulating points towards FCAT2, FCAT3 and beyond by earning a further 1000pts. The current highest progression in the over 18″ size division belongs to an All American Dog named Holly, who managed to achieve FCAT50 in her seven years of running!

✨ Want to learn more about lure coursing events like FastCAT? ✨

https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing

30/07/2025

28/07/2025

I am SO EXCITED about this event next weekend! Entries are possibly still available if you missed the deadline - email the trial secretary to see if there's still room for day of entries! 🥳

If you're attending this event and might be interested in a discounted portrait session, feel free to reach out to me via message. I've seen some GORGEOUS spots nearby to make some stunning art pieces and I just need some happy subjects... 👀💜

🏁 Dahlie Dog Studios is thrilled to be the official event photographer for the Copper State Basenji Club’s upcoming Fast CATs, CATs & Coursing Trials in Lakeside, AZ! 🐇💨

Whether your pup runs like a lightning or enjoys more of a frolic along the course, I'll be there to capture every glorious moment with my professional photography services.

📍 Blue Ridge High School, Lakeside AZ
🗓️ August 1st to 3rd 2025 (8AM to 5PM)
☀️ Hosted by Copper State Basenji Club
🐕 American Kennel Club official event
⚠️ Pre-entries close Wednesday July 23 2025!

Enter online:
https://azbasenjis.org/event/show-low-fast-cats-trial-cats

✨🥇 FRIDAY: Two FastCAT events
🥈🥉 SAT & SUN: AKC Coursing Trials & CATs

📸 Want to be the first to know when the photos are available? Register your email now to be notified as soon as the gallery goes live... plus get a little early-bird discount for being front of the pack! 👀

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

🌵🏆🌵 Come out and enjoy some of the cooler climates that Arizona can offer... fingers crossed for some new PBs and titles!

19/07/2025

🏁 Dahlie Dog Studios is thrilled to be the official event photographer for the Copper State Basenji Club’s upcoming Fast CATs, CATs & Coursing Trials in Lakeside, AZ! 🐇💨

Whether your pup runs like a lightning or enjoys more of a frolic along the course, I'll be there to capture every glorious moment with my professional photography services.

📍 Blue Ridge High School, Lakeside AZ
🗓️ August 1st to 3rd 2025 (8AM to 5PM)
☀️ Hosted by Copper State Basenji Club
🐕 American Kennel Club official event
⚠️ Pre-entries close Wednesday July 23 2025!

Enter online:
https://azbasenjis.org/event/show-low-fast-cats-trial-cats

✨🥇 FRIDAY: Two FastCAT events
🥈🥉 SAT & SUN: AKC Coursing Trials & CATs

📸 Want to be the first to know when the photos are available? Register your email now to be notified as soon as the gallery goes live... plus get a little early-bird discount for being front of the pack! 👀

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com/gallery/27887620

🌵🏆🌵 Come out and enjoy some of the cooler climates that Arizona can offer... fingers crossed for some new PBs and titles!

18/07/2025

🚨 FLASH SALE - THIS WEEKEND ONLY! 🚨

Exciting things are happening behind the scenes at Dahlie Dog Studios - and you’re invited to celebrate too with a huge weekend flash sale!

I’ve been hard at work upgrading the website, refreshing my product offerings, and getting ready to archive older galleries to make room for all the updates coming your way. Before that happens, I want to give every client (including you!) one last chance to snag their favorite photos at a big discount.

Here’s the deal (July 17-22 only):
- 50% OFF all digital downloads
- 25% OFF all prints and products

Important: You can only use one discount style per order, but feel free to place two separate orders to take advantage of both offers!

No need to remember any codes - discounts are automatically applied at checkout! That means you’ll see 50% off all digital downloads and 25% off all physical print items right away, no extra clicks needed.

https://photos.dahliedogstudios.com

Why now? After August 1st, 2025, I’ll be archiving past galleries to make space for updated pricing, new products, and smoother ordering experiences. Once archived, galleries will only be available by private request - so don’t miss your chance to grab what you love while it’s easy (and on sale)!

Whether you’ve already made purchases, added items to your cart, or just browsed and favorited a few standouts, now is the perfect moment to make sure you've saved your trial day memories.

Thank you so much for being part of the Dahlie Dog Studios community. I can’t wait to show you what’s next! Best wishes, and thank you so much for your support!

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