![A spaniel make a cute face during her studio portrait session.](https://windhoundphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cavalier-King-Charles-Spaniel-Windhound-Photography-450x300.jpg)
![A spaniel make a cute face during her studio portrait session.](https://windhoundphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cavalier-King-Charles-Spaniel-Windhound-Photography-450x300.jpg)
![An image box that holds 5 x 7 prints and USB file of your images](https://windhoundphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Image-box-Windhound-450x300.jpeg)
New Product Offering
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Pet Photo Tip—Try backlighting in your images
![Mingo, a recently rescued golden retriever experiences a sandy beach for the first time.](https://windhoundphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Minogo-at-Sunrise-450x300.jpg)
October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month
It’s October and that means it’s Adopt A Shelter Dog month! Having adopted numerous shelter and rescue dogs myself over many years, it’s always a privilege to meet other formerly under-appreciated pups who made their way into loving homes. Such was the case when I spent a recent morning with Parker, (the mighty) Miss Pebbles …
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Top Ten Reasons to Hire a Pet Photographer
1. Your pet is a superstar Every pet is unique, but I know you truly have the best dog in town. She has the most beautiful eyes and soulful expression. When she gazes up at you—the center of her universe—that’s what you love most about her. The way she tilts her head when you ask …
![Hound dog Mellie](https://windhoundphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Mellie_standing-450x300.jpg)
A nice little surprise in my inbox
I will admit that I have the best job in the world, but it can also be quite unpredictable at times. Will clients book sessions this month? Will it rain? Will the images bring a smile to the dog mom who loves her pup beyond measure? Will I be able to connect with the shy …