May 16, 2019
We had a ton of fun last Saturday with Andrea Bertucci, a real estate agent who serves the Leslieville area, at the first Park & Bark event of 2019. For those who do not know, Park & Bark is a dog festival and outdoor market that works its way around Toronto parking lots on select Saturdays throughout the year. The event is free and well-behaved dogs of all shapes and sizes are welcome. There will be 3 more events this year, so be sure to check one of them out!
This past Saturday, the weather was near perfect and the dogs were plentiful. Andrea and I shook paws with lots of happy dogs, met awesome owners, doled out treats and gave cuddles. We photographed so many great pups and raised money for a good cause – the Toronto Humane Society. What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday!
Here is a roundup of the visitors we met…
We had some bonafide dog celebrities show up and show us their best side. This is DEXTER and pretty mum who coordinated their denim outfits just for their photo. He is kind of a big deal in these parts – Dexter was named #TorontoTopDog for 2019! But for all of his fame, he is really a down to earth kind of guy. Go follow his Instagram (@dexosaurus) to follow his adventure and see where you can meet him next. (hint: it is the biggest dog festival in North America)
Next, was GUCCI and WINTER, also known as @thefloofywoofs on Instagram. Photographing dogs in a parking lot with lots of other pups and distractions around is never easy…getting two together is even more of a challenge. But these two made it happen because they are stars!
BEAUFORD (@bisforbeauford) is a senior snout near and dear to my heart. While we have *known* each other for years on Instagram, this was our first time meeting in real life! Three years ago, Beauford was given a devastating diagnosis and prognosis. Since that time, he has been checking items off of his #bucketlist, all the while defying the odds. It was so good to see this precious boy! And his winning smile is second to none!
These two are best friends in real life and absolutely had to have a photo together. HARLEY is the tri-colour corgi on the left (@harleythecuriouscorgi) and MYLO, Duke of Eglinton (@mylo_corgi) is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi on the right. Both smiley, happy boys eager for their model turn!
Not to be forgotten is CHARLIE (@charchar_westie) who also chose to wear denim for the occasion.
Find the full photo gallery here:
There were so many more beautiful, happy, furry faces, so take a look through the whole set here. The first one is ALICE, the sweetest little puppy who, even though it was her first time at such an event, showed she is a natural when it comes to being photographed.
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May 6, 2015
This post is going to be HUGE. It is the third, and final, instalment of the Pampered Pooches festival and all of us at Posh Pets were thrilled to meet all of you! If you missed them, you can find Part 1 and Part 2 here.
With this many dogs, names are hard to remember. If you would like me to mention your dog’s name, please let me know in the comments below and I will update the post.
So, with without further ado, here are the rest of the cuties we met…
The sun came out in the afternoon and the dogs loved basking in the sun.
![white dog toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/beautiful-dog-photography-toronto.jpg)
So many soulful, sweet faces!
![boxer dog in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Best-boxer-dog-photographer.jpg)
A gorgeous greyhound!
![liberty village greyhound photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/best-greyhound-dog-photographer-canada.jpg)
This little girl was eager to please.
![white dog girl in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Canada-pet-photographer.jpg)
This duo were getting lots of attention wherever they went.
![Rottweiler and Pittie in Toronto, Canada](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Canada-rottweiler-dog-photographer.jpg)
Nothing like a little white dog!
![toronto pet photography event](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/commercial-pet-photographer-canada.jpg)
And a sweet poodle girl.
![posh pets photography toronto event](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/commercial-pet-photography-toronto.jpg)
A little terrier with bows in her hair.
![yorkie dog photographer in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/dog-portraits-ontario.jpg)
Everytime I look at this face, I smile. Samson, you are one cute pooch!
![happy smiling dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/dog-portraits-toronto.jpg)
A little scruff nut came to visit.
![scruffy dog photographer in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Liberty-Village-pet-photographer.jpg)
As did a gorgeous malmute.
![malamute dog photography in ontario](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/malamute-dog-photography-toronto.jpg)
A happy Boston!
![laughing boston dog in Canada](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/mississauga-dog-boston-photographer.jpg)
Tongues were out and smiles were big.
![beautiful dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/mississauga-dog-photographer.jpg)
What a cutie!
![gorgeous dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Ontario-pet-photographer.jpg)
A little more serious pose. I think he was worried that I might not hand the treat over 🙂
![bold dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Ontario-pet-photography.jpg)
Such soft, clean hair. Not easy when you are white!
![fine art dog photographer in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/pet-exclusive-dog-photographer.jpg)
This little poodle had the most beautiful coloured coat.
![fine art pet photographer in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/poodle-photography.jpg)
Another dachshund…
![dachshund dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/posh-pets-photography.jpg)
Then the puppies came along…this frenchie was sooooo cute.
![frenchie puppy portraits](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/southern-ontario-puppy-photography.jpg)
A beagle with soulful eyes…
![beagle dog portraits](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-beagle-dog-photography.jpg)
![Canada dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-chihuhua-photographer.jpg)
A happy beagle boy!
![best dog photographer in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-commercial-dog-photographer.jpg)
Such a mournful look. Don’t worry…there are more treats.
![golden labrador dog portrait](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-commercial-dog-photography.jpg)
![messy hair on a dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-commercial-pet-photographer-canada.jpg)
Even in the chaos, you can still get a head tilt.
![beautiful dog head tilt](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-dog-photographer05.jpg)
This little guy was just happy to be here.
![posh pets event photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-dog-photography.jpg)
Another frenchie puppy with the most awesome colouring…
![posh pets photography dog event](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-frenchie-puppy-portraits.jpg)
Busy figuring out what else was coming…
![pampered pooches TO event](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-pet-event-photography.jpg)
There were lots of Bostons that came out.
![little boston dog headshot](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer-boston.jpg)
![frenchie dog headshot](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer-frenchie.jpg)
Okay lady, take my picture.
![GTA dog event photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer-poodle.jpg)
![southern ontario dog event](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer17.jpg)
![southern ontario puppy event](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer26.jpg)
![beautiful dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer27.jpg)
![happy dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer28.jpg)
![Canadian dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer31.jpg)
I tell really good jokes 🙂
![award winning toronto dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer32.jpg)
This fluffy GSD puppy named Dino came to visit us. Those little tufts of hair are just wonderful!
![german shepherd dog in liberty village](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/11-5469-post/toronto-german-shepherd-photographer.jpg)
![award winning dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer36.jpg)
![awesome toronto dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer37.jpg)
![awesome dog photographer in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer43.jpg)
A sleepy customer…
![soulful dog photography in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer44.jpg)
![fine art dog photography in Ontario](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-photographer45.jpg)
![commercial dog photographer in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-pet-portraits.jpg)
![commercial dog photography in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-posh-pets-photography.jpg)
![GTA photographer for pets](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-puli-dog-photographer.jpg)
Puppy. What more can I say?
![mississauga dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-puppy-photographer.jpg)
And a wrinkled little brow. Just makes you want to cuddle them, doesn’t it?
![downtown dog photographer in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-puppy-photography.jpg)
Someone looks like they just got groomed for the event! One regal looking schnauzer…
![the beaches dog photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-schnauzer-dog-photographer.jpg)
A little shih tzu named Oreo who also looks like he had just gone to the salon…
![eastern Toronto photographer](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-shih-tzu-art-portraits.jpg)
Well, this guy let me know what he thought of everything!
![Canada dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/Toronto-shih-tzu-dog-photography.jpg)
![award winning dog photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/toronto-terrier-dog-photographer.jpg)
![award winning pet photography](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/05-5469-post/white-dog-photography.jpg)
Whew! I think I got everyone! Again, THANK YOU for coming out and helping to make Pampered Pooches a great success!
May 4, 2015
Welcome to Part 2 of the Posh Pets Pampered Pooches wrap up which happened on Saturday! If you missed it, you can find Part 1 here.
Again, I am unsure of many of the names, so if you know these doggies, please leave a comment below and let me know their details (of course, let me know which picture you are talking about). I’ll be monitoring the comments and will definitely edit the post with names as I receive them.
As anyone knows, wherever there are large crowds of people gathered it is important to have good security. Well, Pampered Pooches had some of the cutest security around for the day. His name is Sneakers and he belongs to Kristen of TheDen Toronto. (They have some of the coolest workshops around – design and make your own wedding rings, anyone?) Here you can see Sneakers ‘on patrol’, checking out the booths as we were setting up in the morning.
![security patrol at Pampered Pooches](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/pampered-pooches-security-terrier.jpg)
He also came to the Posh Pets booth to ensure our water and treats were good. I am happy to say we got a ‘Pass‘!
![security dog at festival in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/wired-hair-terrier-photographer-canada.jpg)
I’m thinking of renaming this post to “dogs-in-arms”, simply because there were a lot of furry faces being carried around. Finding yourself in a sea of legs can be overwhelming when your little. But, when you have an awesome human who is willing to scoop you up, it is oh-so-good.
![Mark head tilt](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-yorkie-dog-photographer.jpg)
This one could be a model – she has the gaze just right!
![dog in arms](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-pet-photography.jpg)
Happiness written all over this girls face!
![smiling happy dog at toronto pet festival](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-pet-photographer.jpg)
This little one is Penny and she is a gorgeous Cavalier King Charles puppy. If I could have distracted her human long enough, I would have tucked her in my bag…
![tiny king charles cavalier puppy](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-king-charles-cavalier-puppy-photographer.jpg)
A frenchie puppy is always a good thing.
![posh pets festival](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-frenchie-puppy-photographer.jpg)
A little senior chihuahua – love the grizzled faces!
![chihuahua being carried at Toronto dog fest](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-dog-photography.jpg)
Could I be any happier?
![happy curly white dog](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-dog-event-photography.jpg)
Look at those ears!
![beautiful white dog posh pets](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-dog-event-photographer.jpg)
At first glance, Zona appears to be big enough to walk on her own four feet.
![smiling dog in sunlight](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/head-shot-dog-photographer-liberty-village.jpg)
But, given half the chance, she too is happy to be picked up and cuddled. She even shows her appreciation by showering you with kisses! Here she sneaks in a few with her dog walker Katherine, who runs the awesome Katie & Co. If you live in the Toronto area and need a dog walker, check out her website for more info.
![dog licking girl with a kiss](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-dog-family-photographer.jpg)
These two opted for the stroller and had quite a bit to say about it!
![two dogs in a stroller in liberty village](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/best-toronto-pet-photography.jpg)
Their sister, on the other hand, likes to be personally carried. She deserves it – after all, she is a bit of a celebrity, and her next star turn I am told, is the role of Toto in the Toronto production of The Wizard of Oz.
![toto in wizard of oz](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/best-toronto-pet-photographer.jpg)
Max is 3-year old beautiful boy who has helped so many others with his work as a therapy dog. Unfortunately, he is facing some health issues of his own, so it was easier for him to enjoy the festival from the vantage point of his pram.
![dog in pram stroller](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/toronto-dog-photographer.jpg)
This little dude was quite happy to walk, strutting about and showing off his brand new striped harness. He had just received it and boy, did he look good!
![pug in striped harness toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/canada-pug-dog-photography.jpg)
And sometimes, even if you don’t need to be picked up, it is just enough to know that your human is near by.
![grey and white rat tail terrier](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5447-post/GTA-rat-tail-terrier-dog-photographer.jpg)
There are still more furry faces to go. Stay tuned here and we’ll be posting Part 3 soon!
May 3, 2015
We had an absolute blast at the Pampered Pooches dog festival yesterday! THANK YOU to all of the lovely furry faces who came and visited the Posh Pets booth and for those who graciously turned on those smiles for my camera. What’s more, we had an absolutely gorgeous day of perfect weather!
![photography trade booth in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/posh-pets-show-booth-pampered-pooches.jpg)
We photographed a lot of doggies, so this is Part 1 of the pooches we met. I’ll also be sharing some of these images on the Posh Pets Instagram account. Now…I do not remember the names of all of these charming guys and gals, so if you see someone you recognize, please leave a comment below and let me know their name (of course, let me know which picture you are talking about). I’ll be monitoring the comments and will definitely edit the post with names as I receive them.
One of our first visitors of the morning was a bit of a celebrity. This is Tiffany the pom who is known for her purple hair and her style. She’s also a darling sweetheart.
![pomeranian dog with purple hair](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/toronto-dog-photographer-pomeranian.jpg)
![pom with purple hair and sun glasses](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/toronto-pet-photographer-pomeranian.jpg)
This little black beauty posed with her front paw raised.
![little black dog in liberty village](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/award-winning-dog-photographer.jpg)
A gorgeous husky with a winning smile!
![smiling husky](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/award-winning-husky-dog-photography.jpg)
We were thrilled to have Emily and Bachaesh visit our booth! Emily runs an amazing dog-centric blog called Give a Dog a Bone. If you are looking to find out the latest in all things canine, you should follow her blog!
![emily and bachaesh](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/beaches-toronto-dog-photographer.jpg)
Those eyes! That smile!
![smiling dog in Toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/best-dog-photographer-in-Canada.jpg)
A mini-schnauzer with a perfect pair of blue shoes.
![pet schnauzer in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/best-schnauzer-dog-photographer.jpg)
The first of a parade of little white doggies was Jinx, looking dapper in his cute striped shirt. Rescued from an uncertain future, he is now very much loved.
![white dog in liberty village](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/best-toronto-dog-photographer.jpg)
Jinx was with his sister Angel who was sporting a tutu (which you can just barely see). On her back, it reads: rescued and spoiled. I love happy endings.
![pampered-pooches-toronto-2015](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/04-5411-post/toronto-little-white-dog.jpg)
An intense gaze…on the treat I was holding!
![frenchie dog photography in liberty village](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/best-toronto-dog-photography.jpg)
This darling lost her left eye quite recently. But, she hasn’t let it slow her down!
![one-eyed boston dog in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/boston-dog-photographer.jpg)
This little guy just made me want to pick him up and give him a cuddle.
![happy shih tau dog in liberty village](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/liberty-village-dog-photographer.jpg)
This pug was willing to work the camera for food.
![happy pug at pampered pooches](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/ontario-canada-pug-photographer.jpg)
A shy little sweetheart.
![dog at toronto dog festival](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/ontario-pet-photographer.jpg)
A curious little fellow.
![white dog at festival for dogs](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/pampered-pooches-liberty-village-dog-photographer.jpg)
Some of the little ones preferred to be carried around. These two chihuahuas were more than happy to meet people – and it is much easier when you are raised up off of the ground!
![two chihuahuas in a sack](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/Posh-pets-photography-chihuahua.jpg)
More little white dogs than I could count were walking around all day.
![pensive white dog in toronto](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/southern-ontario-dog-photographer.jpg)
Our first long-dog of the morning…
![cute black and white dachshund](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/toronto-dachshund-dog-photographer.jpg)
Dexter, Kimchi and Dudley paid us a visit – so much corgi cuteness in one photograph!
![a trio of corgis at posh pets](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/toronto-dog-photographer-corgis.jpg)
The doxies were out in full-force during the festival!
![black and tan dachshund](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/Toronto-dog-photography-dachshund.jpg)
Harley, the little rottie puppy has got the human-paralyzing head-tilt down pat already.
![Toronto-dog-photography-rottweiler-puppy](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/Toronto-dog-photography-rottweiler-puppy.jpg)
Nothing like the smile of a golden girl!
![smiling golden retriever](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/toronto-pet-photographer-golden-lab.jpg)
Fuzzy and Furby came prepared for the gorgeous weather with their own sun visors. These two have personality to spare!
![two dogs in hats](https://www.poshpetsphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/03-5411-post/toronto-pet-photographer-pomeranian-papillion.jpg)
Thanks again to all of those who came out! Make sure to share this post far and wide so we can ensure that all of the little doggies see their images. And stay tuned to this blog – we’ll be posting Part 2 soon!