As a dog photographer I am often asked if I take pictures of anything other than pets, like wildlife for example. Well the answer is a resounding yes! I love doing wildlife photography when the opportunity arises. If you’d like to see some of my favourite bird photos read on.

As a dog photographer in the Toronto area, one of the most common requests I receive — alongside timeless portraits and family images — is to capture the pure joy and energy of dogs running, playing, and simply being themselves.

Let’s face it, a dog’s time with us is much too short and we all feel the sadness that comes with this knowledge. Photos of our pets have a way of consoling us once they are gone or as their lives near the end.

Today I’ll feature a photo session from another one of my favourite places for dog photography in Toronto, Alexander Muir Memorial Gardens. It's rustic gates, old stone walls and beds of bright flowers create a charming atmosphere for pet photography.

It’s the dog days of summer in Toronto. We have had some wonderful summer weather!
What have you been up to?

I have been out and about in the city with some amazing urban dog photo shoots.
Why consider a photo shoot in the heart of the city? Read the blog to find out more

Dog photography? Really? Yes indeed! Pets are an integral part of our families, and the dog-owner relationship bears striking similarities to those of child and parent. Pets enrich our lives and are valued members of the family. Why not preserve the special relationship you share with your fur babies?

Pet photographers usually have their preference of doing photo sessions at beautiful outdoor locations. But there are of course times when it is simply not feasible to take a pet out of its home, or perhaps the owners simply prefer to have their pet portraits done in a familiar place. So then we plan a pet photography session at their home. See what you need to do to prepare for a pet photography session at your home in the Toronto area and beyond.