Metropolis Vizslas | Sydney Dog Photographer

Metropolis Vizslas | Sydney Dog Photographer

My life has been filled with puppies recently. Long may it last because I'm really ok with it! Last week I had a last minute booking to photograph a litter of nine Vizsla puppies before they went to their new homes. Luckily I'd learned some tricks from our four foster...

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Morpheus | Sydney Pet Photographer

Morpheus | Sydney Pet Photographer

Morpheus is another Fetching Dogs death row save from Renbury Farm Animal Shelter. I happened to be way out west on Thursday so I was able to nip into his carers to do a mini-shoot for his adoption photos just before the sun set. Having witnessed how loved and...

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Puppy Love | Sydney Pet Photographer

Puppy Love | Sydney Pet Photographer

Despite declaring that I'd never foster again after Petey and Stella, I had a moment of weakness recently and offered to take on half of Kimono's litter! We have Zen, Dashi, Anzu and Kasumi [pictured above]. I thought I'd be taking millions of photos of them, but all...

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Wrinkles and frinkles | Sydney Dog Photographer

Wrinkles and frinkles | Sydney Dog Photographer

If you follow my Facebook page you might remember me posting a phone pic of a Shar Pei puppy when her owner booked a session in November. Due to terrible rain last summer we had to reschedule several times. Last week we finally got to go ahead with the shoot with...

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Puppieeeeeeees – Part 2 | Sydney Dog Photographer

Puppieeeeeeees – Part 2 | Sydney Dog Photographer

We went back to take Kimono and her puppies' adoption photos yesterday. I was expecting mayhem, but they were all really chilled. Which isn't surprising, considering how lovely Kimono's temperament is. Zen and Kasumi L-R top row: Kimono, Dashi, Akita and Anzu. Bottom...

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The bulls and the bears | Sydney Dog Photographer

The bulls and the bears | Sydney Dog Photographer

I've done so much photography and editing over the last few days that I'm too tired to talk! So this post will just be pictures. Lots of pretty pictures! Tundra More pics here. Zia Gem and her puppies Jedi More pics here. Axel More pics here. BeBe The short-coated...

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Staffy Rescue mega fundraiser

Staffy Rescue mega fundraiser

Staffy Rescue is a registered animal welfare charity committed to trying to save and rehome as many Staffordshire Bull Terriers and larger bull breed dogs as possible. They are currently having to re-locate their rescue shelter and all the money raised from this...

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Our winter getaway | Sydney Dog Photographer

Our winter getaway | Sydney Dog Photographer

It's been ages since we've had time away with the dogs [or without them for that matter] so when I found out that a holiday rental we've been to before down the South Coast was available for the Queen's birthday long weekend I didn't hesitate to book it. It's a long...

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Ruthless Leather update #17 | strong leather dog collars

Ruthless Leather update #17 | strong leather dog collars

Did you know... According to our Facebook page, not everyone knew these! Look out for more fun facts over the next few months. While Dave's been flat out with orders [especially during our 2nd birthday promotion] there's been no time to make any new designs. But I...

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about ruth

Based in Sydney, Ruth O’Leary, is one of Australia’s most sought after dog photographers. She takes colourful and emotive photographs of dogs in stunning locations. Since the launch of Ruthless Photos in 2008 her images have brought tears of joy to hundreds of loving pet owners across the globe.

If you’d like to find out more please contact Ruth today.

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About Ruth

Based in Sydney, Ruth O’Leary, is one of Australia’s most sought after dog photographers. She takes colourful and emotive photographs of dogs in stunning locations. Since the launch of Ruthless Photos in 2008 her images have brought tears of joy to hundreds of loving pet owners across the globe. If you’d like to find out more please contact Ruth today.