I remembered taking a photo like this because I made a noise so his ears would perk up. When I got home I couldn't find it on my camera. Now I know why!
Some of us have long suspected that Sherlock is actually the "eye" behind the viewfinder for a good many of your photos, so on his behalf, I simply must comment on his apparent sub-standard equipment.
That strap is certainly not certified climbing gear. His "belt" is riding up way too high. And that's a really weird carabiner.
Come on, Mike. Upgrade the poor fellow!!