Alexander Memorial Gardens is a hidden gem within the city of Toronto, Canada. Built to honour the man who composed the nationally beloved song, “The Maple Leaf Forever” in 1867, the Gardens feature blooming flower beds, decorative stone balconies and, of course, plenty of maple trees.

In 2022, Terri Jankelow joined the Tails of the World project, uniting with professional photographers around the globe to help raise over $22,000 for pets in need. She photographed ten Toronto dogs at the Alexander Memorial Gardens, to raise $1000 for Just Paws Animal Rescue.

Here’s one that put a smile on this author’s face - from my very own hometown of Melbourne! Paul Tadday did a wonderful job photographing dogs around the colourful landmarks of our city - from the historic Royal Exhibition Building, to the banks of the Yarra River, to the bustling city centre at Fed Square and Flinders Street.

Paul raised $1000 for Arctic Rescue Victoria, a small group of volunteers dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of Arctic breeds. You’ll even spot a few of those furry giants in his photoshoots.

Otherwise known as DogTown USA, Bend, Oregon has been voted the country’s dog-friendliest city. With more than 50 miles of urban trails, 40 pet-friendly breweries and restaurants and outdoor adventure opportunities all year round, it’s easy to see why dogs love Bend!

Photographer Taneya Hayden raised $600 for Herd U Needed A Home by photographing nine local dogs around downtown Bend and at Lava Butte, part of the Newberry Volcano.

“The cat will mew, and the dog will have his day.” Did you know that Shakespeare mentions dogs several hundred times in his plays? Dogs have long been used as metaphors in writing for determination and loyalty; a fitting metaphor, as I’m sure any dog lover would agree.

Tails of Warwickshire, written and photographed by Steph Alexander, celebrates local dogs in the heart of Shakespeare’s England. Steph published her fundraising book in 2022 AND participated in the global Tails of the World project. Pet photographers around the world united to raise over $20,000 for animals in need.

From the fresh open countrywide of Hartshill Hayes to the medieval Coombe Abbey and Shakespeare’s birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon, there was certainly no shortage of stunning locations for Steph and her four-legged models to explore. They raised £450 for The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.

In 2022, Shaleena Higgins joined professional pet photographers around the world to make a difference for pets in need with the Tails of the World project. She raised $1000 for Bandaged Paws Animal Rescue by photographing ten gorgeous dogs at Muskoseepi Park in the heart of Grande Prairie city.

Muskoseepi Park contains various trails, ponds, wildlife and plenty family activities (including a water park, skate park and playgrounds). April in Alberta still feels the brisk cold of winter, with the snow not yet fully melted. Shaleena’s moody photographs capture this season beautifully; dramatic skies, brown prairie grasses and low winter sun.

Colonial Williamsburg is the USA's largest living history museum. Costumed employees work and dress as 18th-century Americans throughout the hundreds of restored buildings and structures in the 300 acre area. Pets are very welcome here - in fact, they even have their own doggy mascot named Liberty!

Nicole Moyer of Sweet Ellie Photography joined photographers around the world making a difference for pets in need with the Tails of the World project. She raised $500 for Homes Fur Hounds by photographing fourteen dogs around Colonial Williamsburg and nearby Jamestown Beach.

Vegas may be known for gambling and nightlife, but once you leave the bright lights of the city you’ll find spectacular natural wonders in the rugged Nevada landscape.

Nicole Hrustyk joined pet photographers around the world celebrating their local dogs and raising funds for pets in need with the Tails of the World project. She raised $1000 for Pawtastic Friends in 2022, holding sessions at various stunning locations outside of Las Vegas.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains is Boulder, Colorado. Hippie culture thrived here in the 70s and the town has retained a lifestyle rooted in arts and the outdoors. It is also is a dog lover’s dream, from pet-friendly restaurants in the city, to miles and miles of nearby hiking trails.

In 2022, Marsha Steckling of Evie Photography joined professional pet photographers around the globe for the Tails of the World project. She raised $950 for Longmont Humane Society, by photographing dogs at six unique locations around Boulder, Colorado.

Marsha met Mia and Sophie for a splash at Wonderland Lake and Coot Lake. Then in Chautauqua Park, she photographed Kaiser, Bennet and Harper against the epic backdrop of the Flatirons mountain. Special needs dog, Tiny Tim, was photographed at the University of Colorado and Bosco the therapy dog against the ochre-coloured sandstone of the People’s Crossing Trailhead.

Northeast Ohio stretches far beyond the metropolitan areas of cities like Cleveland and Akron, into lush woods and farm country. Amidst rolling hills and country roads, Kristine Lang of Thoughtful Images held fundraising sessions for the Tails of the World project.

In 2022, Kristine joined professional photographers around the world making a difference for pets in need. She photographed seven sweet dogs in Ashtabula County, Ohio to raise funds for Silver Fur K9 Rescue & Retirement. Located just a few miles away from the beautiful shoes of Lake Erie, the lush countryside of Ashtabula County is home to Ohio’s Wine Country. The dogs Kristine photographed were treated to a beautiful day spent exploring the long green grasses and relaxing in the sun.

Utah-based pet photographer Kim Kuhlman Chile Dog Photography headed west for the Tails of the World fundraising project. She photographed five beautiful dogs on the sandy beaches of Morray Bay, California, raising $600 for Woods Humane Society.

Whilst in town, Kim donated extra time at the Woods Humane Society and even managed to raise some more much needed funds for the organisation by offering some studio sessions at their facility in San Luis Obispo. So you’ll spot a couple of studio portraits in the Tails of the World book, featuring Aussie Cattle Dogs, Callie and Pismo!

The Bow River begins deep within the Canadian Rocky Mountains, winding it’s way across foothills and prairies and flowing through the city of Calgary. Pearce Estate Park lies in the curved of the Bow River. It was here, amidst the ghostly Water Birch forest, that Jennifer Dooley of Heads and Tails Photography started her photoshoots for the Tails of the World project. She then headed out to rural Rocky View County to photograph the dogs of Crossfield, Alberta against the beautiful prairie backdrop.

Jennifer joined pet photographers around the world in April 2022 to raised funds for pets in need. Her Calgary-based photoshoots raised $750 for ARTS Senior Animal Rescue, an organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehousing of senior cats and dogs.

Read on to view more photos from Jennifer’s photoshoots . . .

It’s pretty unusual to spot snow in Australian pet photography, but Kerry Martin prides herself on scouting awesome locations all around Victoria and Australia, and that includes the snowy plains in the Victorian Alpine Region!

In 2022, Kerry joined 30 other professional photographers around the world for the Tails of the World project, raising over $20,000 for pets in need. She raised $600 for D.A.R.E Rescue, photographing twenty dogs at eight stunning locations.

After photographing Alleria and Breeze in the snow-covered Dinner Plain of the Victoria Alpines, Kerry headed north to sunny Beechworth. Beechworth is a historical Victorian town, famous for its gold rush architecture. Beechworth Gorge was once a hideout for the Kelly gang - now its a pleasant walking trail with views of waterfalls and wilderness. Closer to home, Kerry photographed dogs at various parks around Melbourne’s suburbs, before heading over to neighbouring state of ACT to photograph Clover in Canberra.

Photographer Keri Nakahashi proudly declares in her bio that she lives in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Now, I get that many people are loyal to their home town, but when I took a look through the bright, tropical, sunfilled portraits from her Tails of the World fundraising photoshoots I had to admit - I think that Keri is right!

Honolulu is the capital city of Hawaii, famed for its iconic crescent Waikiki beach, palm trees and historical landmarks. In 2022, Keri joined 30 other photoraphers around the world to raise funds for pets in need with local photoshoots - she raised $1000 for Paws of Hawaii by photographing seventeen dogs all around the island. The sunny results will have you desperate to pack your bags and jump on the next flight to Hawaii!

When photographer Karen Weiler of Posh Pets® Photography joined 30 other artists for the Tails of the World project, she thought long and hard about how her furry models would best represent the city of Toronto. Karen chose Sheldon Lookout for her shoot location, with spectacular views of Lake Ontario and the iconic Toronto skyline in the distance. She photographed the twelve dogs against this backdrop, raising $1,100 for Fetch + Releash dog rescue.

The ‘Great Lakes State’ of Michigan is bordered by four of the five North American Great Lakes and home to spectacular natural beauty. In 2022, photographer Jennifer McCallum of Firefly Pet Photography joined 30 other artists around the world for the Tails of the World project, all celebrating their home towns with fundraising pet photoshoots.

Jennifer raised $1000 for Waggin' Tails Dog Rescue by photographing twelve Michigan dogs around the Detroit and Northville area. From Tag the Corgi in golden Grand Rapids forest to Bernie with the ice off the shoreline of Mackinaw City, to little Olive the Dachshund in the field of flowers at Maybury State Park. Jennifer managed to capture a little of every season with these photoshoots and the results are magical!