Pool Party!

Yesterday Carolyn and I brought Jingles and Cooley to a Pooch Pool Party hosted by the Montgomery County Recreation Department. The entire Wheaton/Glenmont pool was opened to dogs... and there were lots of them there to enjoy a refreshing dip.

Jingles and Cooley made quite a pair. They didn't seem all that interested in swimming, but they enjoyed running free around the perimeter of the pools, sticking together as usual. They did splash around some, but some of the other dogs were swimming in the deep end and even going down the slides.

I had a booth set up so I couldn't take as many pictures as I wanted, but here are some of my favorites from yesterday.

Jingles and Cooley surveying the scene...


Cooley cooling off...


Another lap around the pool...


Parents brave the heat, while the dogs enjoy the water...


Testing the waters...


I like the layers in this one. If you look closely, you can see one dog swimming in the deep end, and another running in the background.


That is one shaggy dog!


This poor guy was investigating the slide and took one step too many...

Xenia and Zeus

Xenia and Zeus were two very well-behaved little pugs, with lots of energy and a whole slew of neat tricks. I enjoyed our shoot, and hope you enjoy the images!

Our Boys

I realize it's been awhile since I've posted any pictures of Jingles and Cooley. I've been busy with weddings and my FidoJournalism clients. Don't worry, they still get plenty of attention, just not as much camera time. But I decided to have some fun with them last night as they waited by the front door for Mommy to come home.

I like how these two seem kind of abstract. It also captures the feel of watching them at play... lots of not-so-gentle wrestling and flying fur (we sweep alot).

Another "abstract" art piece. I think I'll title it, "Cooley, You're Too Close to My Lens!"...



Yes, they can be gentle with each other (it's just not often).




Cooley on the lookout...

Rosie

Rosie is a gorgeous Spinone Italiano, and displayed the breed's common traits - gentle, friendly and playful! After a few romps around Rosie's backyard, we headed to her favorite play area where she appointed herself official greeter and raced off to meet each new dog that came by. Then it was back home for some rest and a special peanut butter treat. Mmmmmm, peanut butter.

Giuseppe

I had a great time hanging out with Giuseppe and his family earlier this week. Giuseppe is a mixed breed pooch with a gorgeous brindle coat. He is very loved and enjoys living downtown.





His favorite activities include...

rolling in the grass...


resting in the hall...


romping at the playground...


watching soccer with dad...


and, of course, kissing mommy!


Thanks again for letting me document this handsome dog!

The Bark Ball

I was recently invited to photograph the Washington Humane Society's 20th Annual Bark Ball, hailed as "Washington's only formal evening for the 'four-on-the-floor' crowd." This was my first time attending and I didn't realize that so many people brought their dogs to the event. It was incredible, and a lot of fun too! There were dogs of all sizes, and I was amazed at how well-behaved they all were.

The festivities included a silent auction, dinner and dancing. They also showed a slideshow with images from my Day in the Life session with the WHS staff. James Carville and Mary Matalin chaired the event and brought along their own pack of dogs (four or five, I lost count). A good time was had by all. Congratulations to the great staff of the Washington Humane Society for putting on such a successful event.

Two Special Dogs

Last week, I was honored to photograph Liora and Sabra, two Saluki siblings who were rescued from Israel after bombings last year. Their story is amazing and they are both so sweet. Despite all they've been through, they are happy in their new homes and thrilled to be living down the street from each other, so they can play and romp together. Here are a few from our session.