Internationally-renowned, award-winning animal photographer Illona Haus created scruffy dog photography inc. as the province's premier pet photography business in 2007 ... the first of its kind in Canada ... and, still today, continues to serve clients across Ontario, the US and the world. Based in Kitchener, Ontario and photographing exclusively animals for almost 20 years - both commercially and for private clients - Illona is considered one of the world's leading and most influential pet photographers.
To learn more about scruffy dog photography, its creator, history, and the scruffy dog experience, feel free to browse through the menu above, and scroll over a decade's worth of blog entries below!
Please drop me a line! I'd love the opportunity to capture stunning, creative, one-of-a-kind photographic memories of your 4-legged loved ones to treasure in artwork for a lifetime, and show you just what makes the scruffy dog experience second to none.
the Ellen Degeneres show premiered OK Go’s ‘White Knuckles’ video this morning, and i just had to share it here.
… not just another music video, two things of note before you click ‘play’ …
(1) this video – as is typical of OK Go’s videos – is done in ONE take, and
(2) all of these dogs are rescue dogs.
i’m not sure about the goat though. 🙂
enjoy!
you might remember Bridie …
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you first met this feisty little girl here, three months ago, when she was in renal failure. well, with much love and diligence on the part of owners Harriet and Tom and their vets, Bridie is still going strong.
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when Harriet mentioned to me back in July that she’d like to book a follow-up shoot for Bridie after her groom at the end of August, i could hear the hesitation in her voice … after all, the end of August was a long way off. would Bridie make it that long? even i wondered. but who were we kidding?! just look at this girl.
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but this shoot was on my turf … and i took Harriet and Tom and Bridie to one of my favorite spots, where everyone enjoyed themselves … most of all Bridie.
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lots of new smells and new scenery …
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but i think what keeps Bridie going — besides the incredible love of Harriet and Tom — is her sense of humor …
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thanks for a lovely afternoon, once again, Bridie, Harriet and Tom. i look forward to putting together Bridie’s big coffee table book soon. give your girl a hug from me.
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I had the honour of being Bridie’s dogsitter when mom and dad were at work. She was one of the sweetest dogs I’ve ever watched and was loved by all who met her. She loved to boss me around, loved her treats and loved sunning herself on my deck. She is missed so very much but I know firsthand what a blessed life this little sweetheart had. She was definitely one of the lucky ones. Love the pictures Ilona, you are incredible talented.ReplyCancel
the subject of vaccinations is one i’ll likely revisit numerous times on the blog since it’s one that comes up a lot during client shoots and via emails from fans on facebook or followers of the blog or flickr. so when a new vaccine article came up yesterday through the Only Natural Pet Store newsletter, i thought i should share it here … (and of course, no scruffy blog entry would be complete without at least a little eye-candy) …
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the latest vaccine article — The Vaccination Overview — is written by Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM and is a must-read for any pet-owner. it’s also been added to the The Truth About Vaccines page at the bottom of the scruffy dog blog.
the article is a great all-around overview, highlighting some of the advances made in the thinking regarding vaccination protocols … at least, advances with some vets. For instance:
Multiple studies have shown that the vaccines for parvovirus, canine distemper, and feline panleukopenia provide extremely good, long-term protection from disease—8 to 10 years or more. This is true whether your pet received the puppy or kitten series (with the last vaccine given at or after 16 weeks of age), or for older animals after a single vaccine.
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as the caretaker for your 4-legger(s) and their only voice, please take the time to educate yourself on the need for vaccines, but also the very real dangers of vaccines and over-vaccination. as most of you already know, the original “scruffy dog” was lost at the age of only 4 years because of vaccines given at a time when he should not have received them. as such, it is a subject very close to my heart.
and as Dr. Hofve writes: “As much as we all love animals, nobody cares about your pet as much as you do—so it’s up to you to do the right thing!”
Note: although the Only Natural Pet Store is US based, it is a great resource for articles and information. check it out sometime.
wendy, i’m sorry, i don’t know the exact studies they are referencing … you could do some googling and see where that takes you.
holly, let us know how it goes.
sweetpea, SO glad to hear these posts have made a difference in your approach to your dog’s vaccines. if i can make even just one person question their vet’s protocol and put their dog’s health first, and – as such – potentially save a life, it’s all worth it.
just bear in mind that a lot of vets are frustratingly slow to come to this growing understanding of the dangers of vaccines and the move to less-is-more and first-do-no-harm. you might receive conflicting advice from your current vet. it has taken me several years and even more vets to find the right ‘fit’ for me and my dogs … vets who finally see the light.ReplyCancel
Oh my goodness, you are a JOYFUL voice on these vaccination issues and I am grateful that you do not let them rest!! THANK YOU for (always) including these splendiferous photos that grab my heartstrings. Want you to know that I have actively engaged in conversations with our vet about this very topic, prompted by your thought provoking posts…so,
THANK YOU….IMMENSELY!!!!!
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