Tuff Scruff Pet Photography

Tuff Scruff Pet Photography specializes in capturing unique portraits and action shots of beloved animals in Thunder Bay & NW Ontario. Volunteer Photographer at Thunder Bay & District Humane Society and various local Rescues. Follow us: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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Seeing as the only thing we are actually allowed to leave our house for is necessities and exercise, we’ve been taking advantage of some of the amazing hiking trails in our region. Skye definitely isn’t complaining and, to be honest, we could both stand to lose a few lockdown lbs. The whole fam clocked about 8km hiking at Mink Mountain last Friday and the view was definitely worth the climb. Stay safe everyone. Hopefully I will be able to resume sessions in May. 🤞 . . #minkmountain #nwo #hikingwithdogs #dogsthathike #dogsthatexplore #mountaintop #lakesuperior #thunderbay #tbay #tbaydogs #huskydogskye #siberianhusky #siberianhuskiesofinstagram #huskiesofinstagram #husky #spring #islands #greatlakes (at Mink Mountain Lookout) https://www.instagram.com/p/CN3JgU8Bu6V/?igshid=1fjz4eduv4mxn

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Two Aussies at the Tree Farm It was warm, it was wet, it was icy, it was sloppy. But, damn it was a lot of fun running around the Tree Farm with these two goofballs, Cooper & Otis. We got a great mix of posed and action shots thanks to some wonderful training and handling by their humans. Sal (one of their peoples) received a Gift Certificate from the rest of the staff at @eatlocalpizza for xmas, which means $25 from this shoot goes the Tuff Scruff $5fur5 initiative. $5 dollars each for 5 different animal welfare/rescue organizations in NWO. Good boys! (More pics over on Facebook - link in bio) #aussiesofinstagram #dogsofinstaworld #dogsofinstagram #australianshepherd #aussieshepherd #aussies #TuffScruff #5fur5 #treefarm #thunderbay #tbay #tbaydogs #tbaylovin #actionshots #dogsoftbay #thunderbayphotographer #petphotographer (at Thunder Bay Spacing Trail (Tree Farm)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CM0YTjgBzOA/?igshid=tif50q988hxp

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I'm very excited to announce the Tuff Scruff $5fur5 Initiative! As with every other sector, the pandemic has had a massive financial impact on Animal Welfare & Rescue Organizations across Northwestern Ontario. Unable to hold in-person fundraising events (which traditionally generate a very large portion of their funding for vet bills and operational costs), most have taken their fundraising ‘virtual’ to try and make up for the shortfall. Since starting Tuff Scruff (which was initially conceived as a showcase of shelter/rescue animals to help them get adopted; hence the name), I have done my best to try and help animal welfare organizations through mini-session fundraisers, volunteering and, well, however else I can. It has now been a year since we’ve been able to gather for traditional fundraising events and it will likely be a while still before we are able to, or feel comfortable, gathering in large groups. So in lieu of this, I’ve created the $5fur5 Initiative. For every Tuff Scruff “Long Leash” Session (or equivalent Gift Certificate) purchased in 2021, I will be donating $25 ($5 each) to 5 local animal organizations. The 5: @tbayhumane @murillomutts @northerncrittersinneed @pawsforloverescue @sleepinggiantexotics To kick things off on the right foot, I have decided to make this retroactive to the start of 2021, and also include any pre-Christmas gift certificates sold, so we are starting off with $$$ already in the bank for these amazing organizations! Visit our Facebook page (link in bio) or website for session details. (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMsAFOLh4Te/?igshid=df3norhfjjz4

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Long time no post! As with most small businesses, the current state of affairs has had a crippling impact on my ability to schedule shoots. I did, however, manage to get a few in while we weren't in total lockdown. Seeing as it looks like we are headed back in that direction, I should probably ration the photos I did manage to take, and spread them out over multiple posts to appease the IG algorithm gods. But, nah, that's exactly what they WANT me to think I need to do, to do the thing where the algorithm does its thing and actually shows you my things on your smart things. I think. I dunno. Everything is weird. Anyway, good talk, here's some portraits of Terra & Dakota from back in December. #petphotographer #petphotography #thunderbay #tbay #thunderbayphotographer #tbaydogs #snowdogs #dogs #doggos #doggies #imgoingslightlymad (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLxF6B1BsvR/?igshid=1sy1amvevf49i

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When an adorable sibling duo arrive at @tbayhumane and the staff name them Donny & Marie, there is only one way to handle their pictures. These two are now available for adoption! Visit www.TBDHS.ca to apply! . . #thunderbaypetphotographer #donnyandmarie #theosmonds #cats #kittens #tbdhs #tbayhumane #tuffscruffs #adorable #catstagram #albumcovers #retro #adoptme #thunderbay #tbay #humanesociety #volunteer #thunderbayphotographer #meow #rightmeow (at Thunder Bay & District Humane Society) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHeDN6BhwVt/?igshid=uvnaofqd23q9

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Gizmo - Now & Then Gizmo is available for adoption @tbayhumane ! This super sweet girl came in a few weeks ago in pretty rough shape, but with the help of the amazing staff at #tbdhs she has done a complete 180 and is ready for her forever home! . I have been pretty quiet on the social media front lately, but this sweetheart’s transformation compelled me to share. . #sheltercat #transformation #sweetgirl #humanesociety #tbay #thunderbay #sweetheart #shelteranimal #adoptme #gizmo #purrdy #kitty #cat (at Thunder Bay & District Humane Society) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFkP8tGBXa9/?igshid=1em791oys8l6f

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A few shots from sweet Ciara’s “Long Leash” Session this morning w/ @daynamcgauley . That #purplecouch is pure 🔥! #shihtzu #toyamericaneskimo #americaneskimo #purple #couch #backyardphotoshoot #inhomephotoshoot #petphotography #petphotographer #thunderbay #tbay #tbaylovin #dogsoftbay #dogsofinstagram #dogsofinstaworld #animallover #cutiepie #petportrait #dogportrait (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDcuUCChyCG/?igshid=myawpp7azcuu

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Queen of the snow castle. . . #huskydogskye #husky #siberianhusky #blueeyes #tuffscruffpetphotography #thunderbay #tbay #tbaylovin #thunderbayphotographer #dogsofinstagram #dogsofinstaworld #huskiis #prettygirl #queenofthecastle #puppylove #goodgirl (at Lappe, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-KM-mQBiEi/?igshid=1abjju8zpi4he

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Squeaker - available for adoption @tbayhumane - love the whiskers! . . #cat #catstagram #sheltercat #bestmeow #bestmeow10k #tuffscruffpetphotography #thunderbay #tbay #tbaylovin #catsoftbay #cats_of_instagram #adoptacat #availableforadoption (at Thunder Bay & District Humane Society) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9mdHjqhIDO/?igshid=de5q25jjd26

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I’m not sure if #puppyboudoir is actually a thing, but it should be. #Adorable #Dora here has ambitions of becoming an #instamodel so her #hooman booked a session with me to start building her #modellingportfolio. . . . #tuffscruffpetphotography #petphotography #puppy #boudoir #puppylove #puppygram #puppyoftheday #dogsofinstagram #dogsofinstaworld #brightandairy #pink #puppydog #thunderbay #tbay #tbaylovin #tbaydogs (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9hH_vNhqtC/?igshid=fmh4o5zw2ee9

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Last week it was a dog named Cow, this week it's a cat named Cheese. Last week I felt bad calling the dog Cow, and yesterday I probably looked like an idiot trying to get a cat to say cheese. 🤷🏻‍♂️ . . #cat #catsofinstagram #catstagram #saycheese #cheese #acatnamedcheese #thunderbayphotographer #thunderbaypetphotographer #thunderbay #tbay #sheltercat #blackandwhitecat #cathouse #tbdhs #humanesociety #tbayhumane (at Thunder Bay & District Humane Society) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8xGv_EBwjT/?igshid=1fm2iak576rze

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SHE SAID WE WERE GOING TO THE PARK! . One of my favourite outtakes from Emma & Aria’s mini session at @my.isc last weekend in support of @tbayhumane . . . #petphotography #valentines #minisessions #gsdofinstagram #gsd #petphotographer #dogsofinstagram #dogsofinstaworld #gsdstagram #gsdlove #gsdpuppy #thunderbay #tbay #thunderbayphotographer #isc #tbdhs #dogphotography #studiopet (at Intercity Shopping Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8eVkz3hff6/?igshid=1sqnm2ebp6k90

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Happy #gotchaday to this sleeping (snoring) beauty. 3 years ago today she came home with us after a long trip north from Texas. She is the perfect first floof for Dylan and just about the best pup we could ask for. #huskydogskye #husky #siberianhusky #huskiis #dogsofinstagram #dogsofinstaworld #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescueismyfavoritebreed (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8ac3AoBQGA/?igshid=q3amluk08ihq

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(Now that the holidays are over and the Christmas cards have been sent & received, I can share a few shoots from the fall that I had to keep under wraps so I didn’t ruin the surprise.) Next up is lovely Ellie. We were at the off-leash area at centennial park, but Ellie here is a bit of a runner, so she had to stay on leash. You wouldn’t know it from the pictures, though. Leash removal is included in the cost of our Long Leash and Off Leash packages. #doodle #doodlesofinstagram #doodles #dood #petphotography #thunderbay #tbay #dog #gooddog #dogphotography #animalphotography #thunderbayphotographer #petphotographer #hikingdog #blackdog #curlyhair (at Centennial Park (Thunder Bay)) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Eh4dthk1g/?igshid=135quupycorbh

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Now that the holidays are over and the Christmas cards have been sent & received, I can share a few shoots from the fall that I had to keep under wraps so I didn’t ruin the surprise. First up is sweet Kassie. This also happens to be a great example of a simple setup that I can bring directly to your home if your #furryfriends do better in their own environment and/or to eliminate distractions. #sheltie #sheltiesofinstagram #shetlandsheepdog #petphotography #thunderbay #tbay #dog #gooddog #dogphotography #animalphotography #thunderbayphotographer #petphotographer #sittingpretty (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7EZTQ6hclN/?igshid=tow30j7cs2zi

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Finish this meme... “I don’t often drink beer, but when I do...” . #catmemes #catmeme #dosequis #sheltercat #catsofinstagram #catstagram #kitten #sylvesterthecat #kittens #kittensofinstagram #tbdhs #humanesociety #catsofinstaworld #thunderbay #tbay @tbayhumane (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5JQ_6DBoHj/?igshid=w69i0zjmbbaa

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#captionthis - I’ll get it started... The exact look I give my kid when he does something he knows he shouldn’t... #catitude #cat #catsofinstagram #catstare #catstagram #staredown #rescuecats #animalshelter #tbdhs #catsofinstaworld #tourmaline #coldstare #lookofdisappointment @tbayhumane #tbay #thunderbay #adoptdontshop #available (at Thunder Bay, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5F7Eomh-lL/?igshid=1oxxtyo2kvbjn