New Puppy Photography

New Puppy Photography

So many new puppies were adopted in 2020 as we looked for ways to bring love into our homes during Covid-19. Those puppies marked a new beginning, a life filled with puppy breath and kisses. These new additions to our families have taken up a huge space in our hearts and brought so much joy amidst the sadness and trying times of Covid-19. I look forward to photographing the new puppy in our family and those in your families too!

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Holiday Gift Guide for the Dog Lover

Holiday Gift Guide for the Dog Lover

With the holidays just a few weeks away, I thought it time for a Gift Guide for Dog Lovers. These are some of my favourite made in Canada items and gift ideas for your precious pooches.

From photography, to leads and collars, bows and coats and the all important treats, all these companies are located in Canada and are small to medium businesses that would benefit from your support.

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National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week

National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week

National Shelter Appreciation Week acknowledges and promotes the important work that shelters do in providing care for millions of abandoned and stray animals while they await their chance at finding a loving home. We all need to get involved. Here is how I offer support and what you can do.

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Wildlife Bird Photography Florida

Wildlife Bird Photography Florida

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.

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Senior or End of Life dog photography sessions in Toronto

Senior or End of Life dog photography sessions in Toronto

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.

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Favourite Places for Pet Photography in Toronto | Alexander Muir Memorial Gardens

Favourite Places for Pet Photography in Toronto | Alexander Muir Memorial Gardens

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.

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Should I take my dog to the dog park?

Should I take my dog to the dog park?

Dog parks can be a great way to socialize your dog and have him burn off excess energy. It is great for physical exercise and mental health. But there are some important precautions to take. Here are 6 dog park tips.

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Poisonous Plants and Other Garden Dangers to Pets

Poisonous Plants and Other Garden Dangers to Pets

This week I was devastated to learn about two puppies poisoned by eating compost. One has died. The other was fighting for his life but luckily pulled through and is on his way to recovery. But there is an important lesson for all pet owners! Read about these common garden dangers to pets.

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Editing photos from spring dog photoshoots | Toronto pet photographer

Editing photos from spring dog photoshoots | Toronto pet photographer

I can’t wait to get out into our Toronto parks and ravines for some spring dog photography. Everything is beautifully green. But the colour green can be a frustrating problem for dog photographers! Green often appears so vivid and overpowering in the photographs, that it drowns the subject in a sea of electric brightness. Read on to see how I edit my photos to improve the green colour

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Finding colour with our dogs during the Covid-19 Outbreak

Finding colour with our dogs during the Covid-19 Outbreak

During these times when the whole world is crying, we need to look forward to the time when all this is over, when our lives resume to normal, when the darkness becomes bright and when the dullness of our current situation once again becomes colourful. How can our dogs help?

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Negative space in pet photography

Negative space in pet photography

As pet photographers we have a choice to make in the composition of our images. One compositional technique that creates lovely simple images is “negative space”. Read more to find out why I really like this technique.

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Natural Light Pet Photography

Natural Light Pet Photography

Why I prefer natural light for pet photography . Using mainly natural light in dog photography is a choice. I primarily photograph dogs outdoors, because I like natural light better. I like to see dogs in their natural surroundings, where they are most comfortable and full of joy!

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A Greyhound dog photo session | Toronto High Park

A Greyhound dog photo session | Toronto High Park

It’s been a while since I wrote about one of my dog photography shoots. I decided to showcase this particular one because of the beautiful gentle nature of these dogs who were rescued from less than favourable conditions. Take a look…

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A sunset pet photography session, Toronto

A sunset pet photography session, Toronto

Sunset pet photo sessions are the best time to get dramatic images of your dog. This is because you can use backlighting to make your photos really stand out. Read to find out more about backlit photos in pet photography

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