This was my first shoot since Kaya passed away and I was initially nervous, I wasn’t sure how I would handle photographing other people’s happy, healthy dogs so soon after losing my gorgeous girl. It all melted away though once I met the girls and their owners, despite them reminding me so much of the dynamics between my own two dogs.

Ellie was a rescue dog from a puppy mill, nursed back to health and vitality to be the energetic, somewhat ball-obsessed, dog that she is today. Although a little aloof at first, she warmed up to me and by the end of the session I was getting lovely cuddly head hugs.

Such an athletic girl, her feats with the tennis ball were amazing!

Luca, just like my Luna, is the little sister of the pair. At just over one year of age, she’s affectionate, playful and friendly, and just a little bit silly too.

She had these gorgeous fluffy sections on her legs that I just couldn’t get enough of…

Such a sweet girl.

When inside their house, the girls have a special window that they look out of where they can see the comings and goings of the whole backyard.

If you live in Brisbane, are planning a holiday and are just not sure what to do with your beloved pooches, give Sam at fetch. Pet Sitting a call. Going by how much these two are loved by their Mum and Dad, your pet is sure to be well looked after while you are away!