Rare Breeds Project
From fleet-footed Azawakhs to quirky Chinese Cresteds, my Rare Breeds Project shines a spotlight on the canine gems you hardly ever meet—and shows why their stories matter. Join me behind the lens as I pair Nova Scotia’s wild backdrops with these extraordinary dogs, share vet-approved care insights, and reveal portraits that celebrate genetic diversity in all its fur-and-fabulous glory. Curious to see who’s sprinting, herding, or striking a regal pose next? Dive into the latest posts and discover the art—and heart—of uncommon breeds.
The Quiet Signs Your Pet’s Story Is Changing
The Quiet Signs Your Pet’s Story Is Changing There’s a strange kind of awareness that comes with loving an aging or medically fragile pet. You start noticing things other people might miss. A…
How to Prepare for an End-of-Life Pet Photography Session — and What to Expect During One
How to Prepare for an End-of-Life Pet Photography Session When your pet is nearing the end of their life, time can start to feel strange. The days may feel heavier. Decisions may feel harder. You…
Why Guilt Is So Common After Pet Loss
Why Guilt Is So Common After Pet Loss Losing a pet isn’t “just losing an animal.” For many people, it’s losing a daily companion, a routine, a quiet witness, and a relationship built on trust….
When Your Pet Starts Changing: How to Pay Attention Without Spiralling
There’s a hard place a lot of pet parents eventually land in. Your pet is still here. Still eating, at least some of the time. Still wagging their tail. Still curling up beside you. But something…
Gentle Memorial Ideas After Losing a Pet
Meaningful Ways to Honour the Love That Still Remains Losing a pet can leave a silence that feels impossible to describe. Their bowl is still there. Their favourite blanket still holds the shape of…
What to Do With Your Pet’s Belongings After They Die
When a beloved pet dies, the house changes in ways that are hard to explain. The bed in the corner is suddenly empty. The leash by the door feels impossibly heavy. The food bowls, toys, blankets,…
The Benefits of Legacy Photography for Healing, Memories, and Conversation Starters
Why Legacy Photography Matters After Pet Loss When you love a pet deeply, you don’t only love their face. You love the way they followed you from room to room; The sound of their paws on the floor;…
Anticipatory Grief When a Pet Is Sick: Loving Them Through the Before
Anticipatory Grief Before Pet Loss: Why You May Already Feel Heartbroken When a beloved pet becomes seriously ill, grief doesn’t always wait for the final goodbye. You may still be filling their…
Why Pet Loss Hurts so Deeply
Why Pet Loss Hurts So Much Losing a pet can be hard to explain to someone who’s never had that kind of bond. They weren’t “just a dog,” “just a cat,” a bird, a horse, or a small animal. They were…
How to Know When It Might Be Time to Say Goodbye
How Do You Know When It’s Time? A gentle guide for the part no pet parent ever feels ready for. There’s no easy way to ask the question: “Is it time?” For many pet families, the end-of-life decision…