Big thanks to Daniela for the invitation and to the rest of the Water Nymphs team for helping assemble the set and for signing up contestants for a portrait. 

First Place: Star Wars

Second place: Biker dog

Third place: Spider dog

And of course . . .

We were also joined by cousins Poppy and Barclay, two energetic Sheep Dogs who love to chase the young Otis just about everywhere.

Thanks to Melissa and family for a wonderful afternoon!

Milo, 11 year old Springer Spaniel

Otis, 2 year old American Bulldog

Poppy and Barclay

Carlota Galgos Rescue Canada is dedicated to supporting the rescue efforts of the Spanish Galgos (a breed of Greyhound) from their lives as hunting dogs in Spain.

Wet Multt Dog Photography Ottawa - Carlota Galgos Rescue Canada

Talking with the owners and organizers gave us a real insight into the dog breed and the unimaginable treatment they often experience. What left an even deeper impression was the incredible dedication of everyone involved to help rescue these dogs.

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Links:

Read more about the Galgos here: http://www.112carlotagalgos.com/why-i-created-a-safe-haven-for-spanish-greyhounds/

For more information about Carlota Galgos Rescue Canada here in Ottawa area, visit their website at: http://www.carlotagalgosrescuecanada.com

Five years old and in complete charge, Stanley knows what he likes and he likes things just so. Among the things he's not particluarly fond of are cameras, especially when they're pointed in his direction. It was no wonder he was a bit shy at the beginning of the session.

It didn't take long before Stanley got more comfortable. By the time we went outdoors, he was his usual happy-go-lucky self.

By the time we returned home, Stanley had clearly had his fill of modelling and was ready for a nice relaxing tea and cookie (water and dog treat).

Thank you Stanley and thank you Gordon for the chance to spend time with such a great guy.

Answer: Lucy

On Sunday, despite the lingering cold temperatures, we set out for a session with Lucy, a ten year old Wheaten Terrier

I don't know if it's the breed or her individual personality, but she was a wonder to work with: easy going, adaptable and eager to please (after all, a photo shoot is uncharted territory for a dog no matter how much one prepares!).

We were told that Lucy loves people; what an understatement! It took her absolutely no time to adjust to us when we arrived. We may as well have been family (home made treats probably helped).

Lucy loved running through the drifts when called (OK, treats helped a bit) and she was more than happy to pose with family members and friends who dropped by.

Thanks to Isabel for the invitation to photograph Lucy. We were extra pleased to be able to speed up our usual process and deliver the pictures in time for Christmas.

We are proud to have had the opportunity to support our local Greyhound rescue group by taking portraits at the 2016 annual picnic.

Many thanks to Wendy, Jennifer and the organizers of the picnic. We were surprised and grateful to have a tent set up for us when we arrived - it was a very hot day and this made it much more bearable.

We had a great time photographing the dogs. After being exposed to so many Greyhounds at once, we both have a deeper appreciation for the breed and for the humans who care for them. 

Getting set up

GSNCR picnic 2016

Down for the shot

GSNCR picnic 2016

Up close and personal

GSNCR picnic 2016

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Being such a beautiful Spring morning, we then headed to some nearby green space. We found several excellent spots along the paths and in the woods for portraits  - sadly the mosquitoes had also found the best spot, making our time there a little shorter than we might have liked. 

The focus of this shoot was the entire “pack”, but it was impossible to resist these  dogs:

   

 

 

Rosie photo shoot by Wet Mutt OttawaRosie, a Bernedoodle, sitting in a park at the Wet Mutt dog photography shoot in Ottawa

Rosie, a four month old Bernedoodle, was the star of our latest photo session. She's a very happy, energetic bundle of fur. She was very excited to meet us and was not the least bit shy or nervous around the cameras. She took quite a shine to Iwona, and it wasn't because she was carrying treats. In fact, we brought our usual supply of goodies to the shoot, but it seems Rosie is motivated by fun more than anything else. 

The shoot began in Rosie's back yard and we moved to a nearby park. The morning was getting progressively warmer, so when we returned to the house, the pool was uncovered to let the kids cool off. Rosie is not a big swimmer yet, but I suspect that will change.

Many thanks to Matt, Shannon, Jackson and Ethan for being so accommodating and patient throughout the morning. 

Wet Mutt Dog Photography: photo shoot of Rosie in Ottawa

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TysonTyson in the snow, Strathcona Park, Ottawa

Shady’s eagerness and fun-loving personality was quick to show itself. As soon as Shauna launched his favourite ball, Shady took off like a cannonball across the park. He was so swift that I had to immediately adjust my technique for taking action shots.

Shady loves the water, and though there was no nearby opportunity for swimming, we did manage to take advantage of the splash pads in the park.

We had some quiet moments as well and Shady was more than happy to pose for some portrait shots.

Many thanks to Shauna, Trevor and Cameron for a great day!

Yoko‘s sweet temperament is matched only by her cuteness. Her energy, as with most puppies, is boundless. She is gently curious about everyone and everything, including other dogs, cats, even flying bugs. She was happy to get so much attention (and treats) and it was clear that Yoko is going to be a very loving and faithful dog.

Although it could have been the treats in my pocket, Yoko seemed to take a bit of a shine to me. She was crawling all over me as I lay on the ground trying to get a shot, nipping at my ears and my clothes. It required some effort on my part to concentrate on taking photos and to resist spending the morning just playing.

We’re looking forward to the next shoot when Yoko is fully grown.

Thanks Nadia for a wonderful morning with Yoko!

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON
There must be something interesting over here...

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON
Eyes of an angel

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON
A dandelion moment

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON
A new friend!

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON
Don't you just want to reach out and hug her?

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON
After a long morning of play, we're pooped.

Photo Shoot - Yoko - June 2015, Ottawa, ON

Sasquatch?
(I couldn't resist)

What's he got in his pocketses?

Mauled by a baby bear

Gimme that!
Close up

Saturday was an unusually hot spring day, with temperatures in the high twenties, so we kept our outdoor activities to a minimum. After some time playing in the back yard, we took a short walk to a nearby park, then back to the yard where Poppy cooled off with the water sprinkler. 

It was a fantastic day. Thanks to Shelly and Bill for a opening up their home and family to us. 

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This photo of Soya Bean racing around the yard would be much better without the distraction of the garbage bin, an easy bit of background to move before starting the shoot.

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Where possible, remove or disguise potential distractions. On the other hand, look for ideal back-drops that would enhance the photo by giving the location meaningful context (eg. an urban location) or by aiding in focusing on the dog (a blank or uniform background (sky, grass, trees, etc.)

We spend an excellent morning chasing Tyson around Strathcona Park. He's a real charmer. He loves to play, chase his toy, and engage with other friends. He's great with people, which made our job kind of easy.

Many thanks to Anika and Mike for freeing up their time for the Tyson shoot. And props go out to Natasha for helping set the whole thing up.

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We held our first photo session on Sunday, at the home of Soya Bean in Hull, Quebec. It was a beautiful day, perfect for outdoor shots.

Part Labrador, part Border Collie, Soya is an energetic dog, very tuned in to her surroundings and to her owner.  We couldn’t have asked for a better dog to work with our first time out!

Everything went smoothly despite some opening jitters. I dropped the camera bag within the first 10 minutes of arriving, which startled the dog, and made her a little leery of me the entire time. She was happy and engaged throughout the session, but I think she would have been more comfortable had I not made that startling noise right from the start.

Soya Bean - photo by Wet Mutt Dog Photography, Ottawa Soya Bean - photo by Wet Mutt Dog Photography, Ottawa