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Friday, December 24, 2010

Giving Back

Recently on my facebook page I asked people to suggest a rescue that was deserving of a donation this year.  I had several suggestions but one stood out to me.  Anita Elias suggested I donate to Mayday Pit Bull Rescue.  This was what Anita had to say:
Amy, I am partial to Mayday pitbull rescue because they take in the pits that have severe problems that most rescues would turn away. I have seen several dogs they have taken in that were severely neglected or abused who other rescues just don't want. They have done a great job with finding home for these hard to place dogs. I am partial to pits of course but these guys really touched me.

As many of you know I am huge football fan and the story about the Vick Pit Bull's has really touched me.  I am the first to say people deserve a second chance and I was impressed recently when Michael Vick was honest with a child that asked him if had not been caught and punished would he still be fighting dogs and Vick honestly replied that he thought he would be.  Maybe Vick has learned a lesson, it took a lot to admit that; then again if he said no would anybody believe him?  Still the dogs that he had control over tell the story and it is a very sad one coming from a breed that normally stands and walks with such a grand presence.  Those dogs will probably never fully recover and the sad fact is that many more are treated as badly if not worse and they don't have coverage on the news.  They have everyday average people that are responsible for their fear and we hardly ever hear their stories..hopefully a small donation will help a bit.  Thanks Anita for mentioning the Mayday Pit Bull Rescue to me!  A donation of $250 will be made to Mayday Pit Bull Rescue.

This is Anita's Pit Bull Zack.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Gift Cards

The perfect holiday gift for any animal lover is here!  I will be offering gift cards for purchase in any amount you want.  Gift cards can be used to purchase a photo session or to order prints.  Visit my website to order: Amy Gayle Photography under 'online ordering' or email me directly at info@amygaylephotography.com

Friday, November 19, 2010

Display idea for photos

Display photos above and below a horizontal line like this.  This is a great idea for a long hallway or entry wall for displaying a variety of sizes of photos.  Pottery Barn has a great collection of float style frames that you can use and make rotating the pictures from frame to frame very easy.  One idea would be to use the same photos just change the wall placement every so often for a different visual, frequent house guests will be amazed at how often you decorate will even realizing!

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Holiday cards are here.....

Check out these holiday card designs I will be offering this year.  I still have a few holiday sessions available so book yours now!  Other designs are available.  Feel free to leave a message here or contact me through my website for more details.  Contact here.














Sunday, October 3, 2010

Great weekend at the Rainbow Festival

The Rainbow Festival was fantastic!  I met some fantastic people with some very beautiful dogs!  You can visit my website here.  The web address is www.amygaylephotography.com.


Also please check out my facebook fan page here for specials only advertised on facebook.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Treats you can make from scratch for your doggie

Whip up this easy homemade doggie treat with simple ingredients you have in your kitchen.

Cheesy Carrot Muffins

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 cup grated carrot
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper baking cups.
Combine the flours and baking powder and mix well. Add the cheese and carrots, and use your fingers to mix them into the flour until they are well distributed.

In another bowl, beat the eggs. Then whisk in the milk and vegetable oil. Pour this over the flour mixture, and stir gently until just combined.

Fill the muffin cups three-quarters full with the mixture. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the muffins feel springy. Be sure to let the muffins cool before letting your dog do any taste-testing. If he’s a medium to large dog, one muffin will be a great snack. Make it half a muffin for a toy or small dog.

Recipe reprinted with permission from: DOGS: The Ultimate Care Guide, edited by Matthew Hoffman. Copyright (c) 1998 by Weldon Owen. By arrangement with Rodale, Inc., Emmaus, PA 18098.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Coronado Surfing Academy


Mint was the first to ride solo!

                                                                                                 
Coronado Surfing Academy or CSA has two location on Coronado Island, one just south of the Hotel Del Coronado and the other across from Loews Coronado Bay Resort.  They have been in business since 2003, and offer private and group lessons for people and DOG LESSONS!  CSA is dedicated to providing the ultimate surfing experience through our professional knowledge and unparalleled customer service.  Teevan worked with my three Border Collies and was amazing!  He even got grumpy Miss Zoe to surf and my little shadow (AKA Mint) was the first to ride the board by herself.  For the most part, it was Mason and Zoe surfing together on the same board!  They had a blast!  When they finally got tired they did what anybody smart Border Collie would do and headed to the life guard station!


L to R is Zoe, Mint, & Mason

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Crazy Pet Ownership Facts



 
Many home owners treat their pets as if they were their own children. And even though the economy isn’t at it’s greatest, pet ownership is on the rise as well as the amount of money people spend on their pets. But who can blame them? They make great companions.
 
 


Tuesday, September 7, 2010

I photographed a Tank this weekend.

Make that I photographed Sir Tanky Tankinton a registered Pembroke Welsh Corgi!  Tank for short to all that know and love him!  Tank was surrender to the Cactus Corgi Rescue by a breeder.  The director of that organization is Vicki Combs and she found a Tank a fantastic forever home.  Tank is going to be one of the models for the upcoming Cactus Corgi 2011 Calendar.  Tank was not really into having his photo taken, but he tolerated me just long enough for some great shots.  He was quite interested in all the activity happening in the horse barn, that's what he is checking out so intently in the first photo below.  So here you go, introducing Tank: