My first cameras may have been of the disposable variety, but my favourite subjects have not changed – animals! After much prodding from supportive family and friends, I have decided to make my love for photography into a business. The concept of CharlieDog Photography is simple – I want to capture your pets at their simplest and their most natural. It’s going to be me, your pet and my squeaky ball and treat bag. If I have learned anything from my time as the photographer for the Calgary Humane Society, simple is best.

Here you will find sneak peeks of recent sessions and other fun stuff. I paw-mise to keep the sarcasm to a minimum, as well as my many animal-isms.

The Charlie dog.

Meet Charlie – the name behind CharlieDog Photography. Adopted only six months ago, Charlie has overtaken my home, my life and my heart. He is not my first dog, but he has definitely been the most challenging. He has taught me about love, bravery and acceptance. He has taught me the unlimited boundaries that people will go for the animals they love. People who love animals know what I’m talking about – everyone else can just stop reading right about….meow.

Let’s chat soon about getting your pet photographed.

shandell