We all know lots of dogs love carrying sticks and balls when they are out on a walk - some even carry their own lead! However, I have never come across a pup before who is obsessed with carrying home a feather … until I met gorgeous wee Louis who I photographed last summer.

When his parents told me about his feather fixation I was fascinated and wanted to capture it! We were walking by the river for his session - and do you think we could find a feather anywhere?? So the session went on a little longer than usual and we hiked out to the river mouth at the beach and finally found one for Louis to carry home. So glad we persevered - I think Louis is pretty cute carrying his feathery prize. He almost looks like he’s running to tickle you with it!