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.