You’ve seen them, walking with purpose through crowded concourses, waiting alertly at curbs, at special events--in every walk of life. Sometimes you glimpse them on the news, in areas that have been struck by natural disasters (building collapses, avalanches, earthquakes, mudslides) or touched by war—first responders who are put into some of the most dangerous and challenging missions on the planet. They are service dogs and working canines, or “Good Dogs of Service”. And they employ their awesome senses for the benefit of thousands of people throughout the world. We’re encouraged not to engage with these dogs while they’re on duty. They've been trained to take their missions very seriously. But in this book, photographer Lynn Cobb has given us privileged and candid access to twenty of these remarkable canines and their handlers. Her mission: to inspire others to love these dogs as much as she does and become their advocates.
In “Good Dogs of Service” you will learn about the “superpowers” of these dogs, the range of services they provide, the breeds that seem admirably suited for such duties, and a variety of organizations that have been established to train such dogs and match them with humans. Most importantly you will be able to view, in over fifty fine portraits by Lynn Cobb, the dogs interacting their handlers, their mutual regard and respect on full display.
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Lynn Cobb is a professional photographer specializing in
portraits. She draws her inspiration from the people she
photographs and loves to hear the stories of their lives. She
believes that a series of photographs creates a beautiful
“visual” story that can inspire the world—all without words.
In addition to capturing life’s treasured moments through
the lens of a camera, Lynn also enjoys running, riding
horses, and serving the community through various nonprofits.
When not working, most days she can be found
walking with her husband, Chris, and their Labradors, Tess,
Brooke, and Charlotte along the trails and moss-draped
oak trees near their home in Charleston, S.C.
For any type of working dog this process starts with identifying what a dog excels at
naturally. It then proceeds to a lengthy training protocol that is individually designed for
the required tasks and implemented by professionals. It is far more rigorous, lengthy, and
exacting than the training necessary for well-mannered companion dogs. However, this in
no way diminishes the immense value, joy, and benefit companion dogs bring to our lives.
Good Dogs of Service is a beautiful and insightful tribute to dogs and to all they do for us,
as individuals and as a society. It is a fitting celebration of how their dedication to us makes
our lives safer, better, and more worth living.
From the Foreword by Beth Zimmerman, Pets for Patriots
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