contemporary, lifestyle, on-location animal photography

are you doing this?

or maybe a little of this?

with the temps soaring into the upper 30s these past few days, and the humidex nudging that oppression up over 40 — that’s 100+ degrees for all of my good friends across the border — well, ask any dog and, in between the drooling pants and hangdog looks, they’ll probably tell you it’s just too doggamn hot. unless, of course, you’re able to scoop up the very last kiddie pool at Toys R Us … and don’t even bother trying Walmart or Zellers or Canadian Tire. they’re all out. but blessed Ashley down at the Toys R Us was Merrick’s savior today with the last dusty pool kicking around the place.

i’m not sure, but i think he kinda sorta just a little likes it.

as for my saner girl matea …

this crazy dog will collapse and luxuriate in the deepest, muckiest, slimiest, smelliest, scummiest puddles she can find on any trail … but no way will she get into a shallow pool of clean water. however, give this girl a hose …

and you’ve utterly and completely made her day.

so, do what you have to, but stay cool!

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7 comments

TatyanaWhat a sweet little phalene 🙂 Beautiful girl.ReplyCancel
Holly Garner-JacksonYou are the dog whisperer of Canada are you not?
Great job, she’s a beauty!ReplyCancel
MarlaSooooooo pretty!ReplyCancel
Sarah McGrawWow! That last image would look gorgeous on Canvas! I have got to find a beautiful field like that!ReplyCancel
MargaretGinny’s just beautiful! You’ve worked your magic again, Illona!ReplyCancel
Loriawww, poor thing! my pup doesn’t like the camera, but he’s annoyed, not afraid 🙂ReplyCancel
bublynskiOh, what a little beauty she is! These photos really show off her amazing eyes. Your patience was well-rewarded – these shots get past her fears and show her inner character.ReplyCancel

16 comments

KRaeMy dogs just absolutely love kitty pools, the photos of Merrick reminded me of them, I hual out the pool everytime I have my camera and time on my hands. You mentioning that Matea likes grungy water holes makes me want to ask if you have ever read the Hank the Cowdog series? Hank the cowdog loves taking a “bath” in Emrald Pond. (which is the overflow of the septic tank)
Anyway, GREAT picutes!ReplyCancel
Marci LiroffI literally cannot stop laughing!
Yay!!ReplyCancel
LizThese are AWESOME!!! I love all of them and both are good ideas for keeping doggies cool!ReplyCancel
stephanieThe final one of Matea is priceless! Enjoyed every single one…..ReplyCancel
CourtneyOMG that fifth one of Merrick – I laughed until I was crying!ReplyCancel
SydneyHahahah Fantastic!! Cody doesn’t like the kiddy pool much, which is weird cause he will dive head first into any body of water he can find, puddle to ocean, swamp to creek. Merrick can cheer anyone up, these pictures are fantastic, shaggy little water monster. I am hoping it will cool down tommorow, this heat wave is murder on my poor black dog.ReplyCancel
KamalaLast one… awesome!!!!!ReplyCancel
Utskiha-ha! Now that looks like tons of fun!ReplyCancel
Frank, Jr.love it! many moons ago I did the same for my cocker, but now that we’re just a short way from the lake, it’s not really needed. Merrick’s really getting into it, so glad to see. hope the heat breaks soon for you & the dogs.ReplyCancel
tee4tiaJust hilarious. I don’t know about you, but when I see Merrick filled with complete joy like this, it’s just overcomes me.ReplyCancel
Marcia AguiarYou and your dogs are awesome, Illona!ReplyCancel
AnitaFinally some rain here this morning! Autumn’s sure pleased, her short little face has been doing a sub par job on the cooling front (even with her personal dog fan blasting in the direction of her bed)!
We were thinking of a kiddie pool for her yesterday but were in the same boat…they’re all sold out everywhere!
Adorable shots, I’m glad Merrick got his pool:)ReplyCancel
Lindathe hose shots are hysterically funny!ReplyCancel
LainerOMG! These are so hilarious! I love the last few shots, but the Jack Russell jumping around in the pool makes me want to buy my frenchie a small pool. It’s been oppressive here in Connecticut too. Love this series. Awesome job!ReplyCancel
Holly Garner-JacksonWay too cool and funny! Your kids have the best mom! Were you tossing a ball to Merrick or was he just absolutely going bonkers over the pool?ReplyCancel
MargaretLove-love-love ’em!!! Stay cool, all of you!!!ReplyCancel

10 comments

SylviaI love the puppy-in-the-grass series, but I love the last photo the most. So sweet!ReplyCancel
LizGreat shots, but my absolute fave is the last one. It’s awesome!ReplyCancel
Lindai think the top photo is the best dog photo i have ever seen. it is absolutely stunning.ReplyCancel
JanetAnother super shoot! Amazing!ReplyCancel
SydneyFantastic!!! I love Labs and this guy is beautiful. #3 and the last one are my favorites! Fantastic~!!!ReplyCancel
eloiseLovely set. I particularly like that first one.ReplyCancel
SimonLovely set!ReplyCancel
JenniferLoving #3. 🙂 What fun, and my gosh what gorgeous scenery, you make me want to come visit! Those flowers!ReplyCancel
Holly Garner-JacksonHello Wrigley! Sweet shots especially the 2 overheads.
I wonder if he was named Wrigley because he was so wrigley as a puppy? Do you know?ReplyCancel
CynthiaBYou are amazing! You have such a skill and you captured our boy perfectly! We cant wait to see him on canvas either!! Thank you againReplyCancel

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