My 1st non-cell phone picture EVER

A couple weeks ago I bought my first camera ever (Canon 5D - Mark III) and my

friend gave me a Canon lens (70-300 f 4.5 - 5,6), NOT A L-Lens.

Anyway, I put a vignette on it in Lightroom but nothing else has been altered or

enhanced.

What can I do to make this photo better??!

great camera POV, wonderful catch light in the eyes.

You did a great job, Ryan.  The look in the dogs face was well captured.

Nice shot.  Good composition, nicely blurred background.  For me, the vignette may be a bit strong, especially where it encroaches on the dogs left ear.  Maybe make a little more subtle, and rounded.  Thanks for sharing.

Hard to say what would make it "better".  I'll agree that the vignette's a bit strong, and really not sure why you added it.  My opinion is usually that a good photograph doesn't need any gimmicks like vignettes.  I think this one would stand on its own merits just fine without it.  I like the depth of field and the alert look on the dog's face.  I also like the off-center composition.  Excellent detail, too.