I love Alex and ZilkerBark. We first met Alex in 2016 and have enjoyed several sessions with him and his team. We have had a dog-only session and a couple of holiday sessions, and we have received pictures from special events at Thomlinson, Yard Bar, and Kendra Scott. We cherish the photos. Our first dog passed, but her image is still proudly displayed in our home. Alex has a fantastic talent. It is fun watching him work. Alex also gives back a ton to the dog community. If you want photos of your pups, ZilkerBark is the one to use. Thank you, Alex, for all the memories. read more

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The pictures are amazing and they do such a great job of engaging the dogs. Our pictures look like we hired fully trained model dogs that actually smile. It's crazy how they are able to get the dogs to pose. Top notch. Amazing pics and staff. Make sure you book fast because they sell out every session. read more

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I can't say enough good things about Alex and ZilkerBark. Alex is so lovely and wonderful to work with, always going above and beyond to ensure clients are happy. He is incredibly talented and his success is evident in the stunning photos he takes of my pup. I'm always thrilled with the results. I highly recommend working with Alex and taking advantage of the mini pet sessions he offers. They are truly fantastic! read more

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Wow on top of paying $340 not getting access to ANY of the photos. @zilkerbark didn't empathize with any of my concerns and basically insulted me for not having the right information. I was late but I did message him 30 mins before the appointment time telling them I would be late and asking if I could reschedule with no answer. My elderly father drove 8hrs to get to this appointment is the reason we were late. Ultimately a horrible experience did I mention I didn't get access to any of the photos.. not worth it. Thanks again Alex for justifying your stance and taking money from hard-working pet parents read more

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Zilker Bark! We wanted nice family portraits for the save the date postcards for our wedding and just to have for our home. Our photos turned out better than we could have ever imagined! We chose the dogs plus humans package, obviously. We met Chris at the park and he got around 800 shots in, in what seemed like 30 minutes or so. And my Boston Terrier, who is still in her puppy phase, is not easy to photograph! But Chris did a great job capturing the personalities of both my dogs. We ended up not being able to select 10 from the final cut so we bought the whole lot! read more

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I don't know how you can't give Zilker Bark a 5-star review because they do everything you expect from a business. Delivery high quality products and services at the perfect price with excellent + friendly customer service. They always aim to please and Alex's work has honestly exceeded all of my expectations, and that's really as good as it gets. My dog Patsy and I became frequent Zilker Parkers a few years ago. It's great open space for dogs and owners to hang out and chill. Conversations pop up, and like most people I heard about this friendly guy who walks around Zilker and takes really nice pictures of their dogs. He'll ask for permission and posts them on his Instagram / Facebook page. I didn't think much of it at first - thought it was a cool hobby, but after visiting his Instagram and website I was impressed with the quality photos and could tell this guy really loves dogs. Nearly 2 years ago Zilker Bark and I finally cross paths, this guy approached me and introduced himself as "Alex", he asked if I had a dog here at the park - and if so which one? He was super nice and seemed harmless but a flurry of paranoia ran through my mind - - (does he work for the city? Is he going to ding me for not picking up Patsy's caca? Did Patsy pee-pee on his stuff? Is he gonna tell me I need to put my Patsy on a leash?!?). After almost reaching the point of uncomfortable moment of silence in our conversation I noticed his camera and backpack and asked him: "are you the guy who takes pictures of dogs at Zilker?". "Yes", he responded, and that's where it all began. Come to find out Alex already met my Patsy way back and knew her better than he knew me. Patsy, and I continue to run into Alex weekly at ZIlker, he always says hello and is friendly, positive, and polite. I often observe him interact with owners and dogs at the park as it's very apparent that he loves what he does and is interested in learning about new breeds. I like the fact that he never "pushes" or advertises for sales as i's all about having fun and meeting new people and dogs. Well - one day he took a picture of Patsy and her new BFF Dani-Doper and posted the finished pic on his Instagram. I was so impressed by how awesome the picture was that I immediately went to his website and signed Patsy up for a full-blown photo session, just how Princess Patsy should be treated. Dani Doper's owner (Conroe Panama Red) loved it too but he unfortunately blew his entertainment allowance on dried oregano. I felt bad for Dani Doper, but I guess that's life. Priorities. The set up and scheduling was very easy, Alex is also very flexible. We met at the park where he spent ample time in getting the best pictures and took many, many shots through various angles and looks so I could have a nice selection to choose from. My package consisted of selecting (but not limited to) 5 pictures, however, there were so many good pics that I couldn't pick just 5. Alex also recorded a really cool video of Patsy running around which he edited in some slow-mo. I love how he personalizes the session and the product to focus only on your lovely precious dog. I think the best part of it all is I'm supporting a local talented business owner who I've gotten to know has good character, is a genuine pet lover, and enjoys making pet owners happy. I'll support anyone who organizes a fundraiser to raise $ for a good cause (Austin Pets Alive). Alex and his team slaved all day in the hot sun and donated all of their proceeds to help these homeless pets. Much Appreciations and Kudos to Alex and Zilker Bark. read more

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Such a great experience! Our photos turned out amazing. Alex was awesome! My dogs are dog reactive and people reactive when meeting for the first time and he handled this so well. He was ready with treats and knew just what to do to ease the meet and greet before photos. We have two dogs so I figured it would be tough, but Alex is crazy good at making tons of noises to get their attention to the camera. We didn't have to do anything but hear how to pose and smile at the camera which was perfect. I'm so happy with how the pictures turned out! We did a holiday session at One Eleven East, the venue was perfect with indoor and outdoor options. It's a little far from the city but I thought worth it! I was really happy with the multiple background options! It was honestly just hard to pick my favorite pictures. Overall super fun experience and I'm so excited we did it! I can't wait to use the pictures in our house and on our Christmas card!!! read more

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We got a photoshoot for our pup a week ago and it was definitely pricey. That being said, we had heard great things and the galleries I had seen by ZilkerBark have looked great so we decided to go with them. Jo and her assistant did our boy's photoshoot and they were extremely professional. They were able to keep our dogs attention and they were able to get the most perfect shots of him! (Which is impressive because he is 2 and can be crazy) We got the photos back today and they are stunning! I highly recommend ZilkerBark and Jo in particular as she did such a fantastic job. read more

STEADY MY HEART! The pictures of my new little family turned out amazing. What better way to celebrate our dog Ender getting a second dad?! Andrew is wonderful and has a way with dogs that allows him to get the best shot. Not to mention he is pretty good with humans too. My husband is definitely not a center of attention / lets pose for photos type. Andrew put everyone at ease and it brought out the best in both of us. I recommend Zilker Bark for any and all occasions that require photos and needs to include the most important member of your family. Your pup. read more

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The photography experience we had with Alex was unparalleled in awesomeness. From scheduling to the final edited photos, Alex was kind, patient, and professional. My dog, Beau, isn't exactly fond of strange men, which made him a difficult subject. But Alex was extremely patient and positive and took the time to try multiple poses, angles, and methods so we could insure a great set of pictures of my lil fur baby. Beau was a tough client, but Alex's photos hid that difficulty exceptionally well. I would recommend Zilker Bark a thousand times over to anyone and everyone who wants some quality photos of their furry friend. read more

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I cannot recommend these photos more. My boyfriend and I received the Standard - Dog Only Session photo package as a gift from my sister and her boyfriend. It was such a fun gift to receive (highly recommend considering this as a gift idea). We had our session with Alex - which was so much fun to see him in his element. It was a crowded day at Zilker Park and our 1 year old black lab gets distracted very easily (she loves to meet everyone), but Alex was so great at keeping her attention. Alex is patient with the dogs and is great at giving direction. Our photos capture our lab's personality perfectly. I cannot wait to frame these photos in my house! read more

What an easy and fun experience! I stumbled across Alex through a friend on Instagram and fell in love with the way he captures dog's personalities. Setting up a session with him was painless and simple and He was super prompt to respond and communicate about the session. I brought my two rambunctious pups and Alex was great with them and super sweet about their ill-manneredness. He captured fantastic pictures of them and had them to me within 3 days--and before a holiday! I highly recommend Zilker Bark! read more

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I first met Alex when I was volunteering for Austin Pets Alive and he was taking portraits of dogs in front of the "I love you so much" mural at Jo's on South Congress. It was amazing watching him work with the huge variety of dogs who lined up with their owners to have their pictures taken for this annual fundraiser. Alex worked his butt off all day long and donated 100% of proceeds to APA! It was a little chaotic at times, but Alex stayed cheerful and professional the entire time, took one awesome shot after another, and even photographed a HOT DOG (the kind you eat) for a man who was willing to pay the portrait fee for a professional picture of his dinner. I think a lot of photographers would have been a little put off by this, but Alex didn't care, as long as we were raising money for APA. That's just the kind of guy he is. I started following Alex on Instagram and was constantly amazed by his gorgeous photos and hilarious commentary. I knew he would eventually photograph our dog. When I was ready to schedule an appointment, I went to his website and was easily able to do so. Alex sent a confirmation email with all the details, and although we ended up having to reschedule because of rain, he was quick to communicate and we were able to do our session two days later. The location he selected was off the beaten path, so Coco was able to run around off-leash without issue. (She still doesn't know it was a photo shoot; she thinks it was the best play date EVER!!!). Alex provided 100 proofs from a 25-minute session, and he sent us the link the very next day. Once we decided which photos we wanted, he did final exposure adjustments and provided finished images 24-hours later. He perfectly captured the essence of our sweet little Coco. I truly can't say enough good things about Alex. He is a kind soul and a total professional who plays well with dogs and their humans. He clearly loves what he does, and it shows in every amazing photo he takes! read more

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Cannot recommend Zilker Bark enough!! My senior pup and I did a mini-session, and I was worried about being able to get quality photos in just 10 minutes; however, Alex and Zilker Bark went above and beyond my expectations! The session was so fun and so easy, and the results are unbelievable! Don't stress if you don't have a well trained dog -- they have all sorts of little tricks for getting great shots. The photos turned out great, and all of the staff was so friendly and nice during the process. I got my photos back within a week, despite getting the photos taken the weekend before Thanksgiving! If you are going back and forth about whether or not to book, do it! Worth every penny; guarantee you won't regret it! read more

Anyone in Austin who has a dog should 100% book a session with Zilker Bark! Alex (lead photographer) is by far one the kindest, most genuine people I have ever met. He contacted me personally over the phone the day of my appointment to keep me updated on time. I had my nearly 15 year old border collie with me and was a little anxious to see how she would react in a new place with new people, but Alex was so incredibly kind and gentle with her-her tail was wagging the entire time. He is beyond professional with his work and very easy to talk to. He showed a lot of genuine interest in my senior dog and asked a lot of questions. He came prepared with treats and all kinds of tips and tricks to get some great photos of my girl. He emailed me just four days later with the pictures and words cannot express how happy and grateful I am for Alex, and his Zilker Bark business. BOOK A SESSION ASAP! Worth it 1000%. You won't regret it! Thank you, Alex!!! read more

After following Zilker Bark on instagram, I just had to have photos of my senior girl Molly. I made the appointment online, super easily, but then found out she had a potentially life-threatening illness about a month before my official appointment and I desperately wanted a photo of her in a flower crown. Zilker Bark was super accommodating, let me bring my own flower crown, and got some amazing photos of my super special girl. I will treasure the photos of my girl forever. Highly recommend! read more

Alex with Zilker Bark is the best!!! He is extremely friendly and professional and does an amazing job with the pups. Our dog is very very high energy and although we tried to wear him out before the session he was still firing on all cylinders but Alex was still able to get some amazing shots even with Moose not listening to his guidance haha The photos came out so wonderfully we are really happy and even purchased a few extra because we loved them so much. The prices are really reasonable especially for how talented he is. Would def recommend him and hope to hire him again, maybe for his sanity in a few years when Moose calms down a little ;) read more

Alex takes amazing photos! We ran into him at Zilker Park and he snapped a photo of my Old English Sheepdog. Just recently we did a private doggy photo shoot and the pictures turned out awesome! My dog is easily distracted and Alex was able to get his attention for the camera. I recommend Alex for photo sessions and I am definitely going to have him pet sit my dogs in the near future. read more

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Alex took amazing photos of my dog and was a joy to work with! He was communicative when setting up a time and place. He did a great job working with my old, blind pup. He was so patent, and he managed to get some great shots of the little dude. Our photos will make a wonderful keepsake for years to come! read more

Money and time definitely well spent! We found Alex through friends and I subsequently started following him on Instagram. His photos always made me smile when I saw them in my feed and I knew I wanted to hire him to do pictures of my dog Bentley. Alex responded in a timely manner to my scheduling request and we met him at Zilker Park on a Saturday late afternoon. He is amazing with the dogs (we saw him wrapping up with a pair of Great Danes before out appointment) and a great photographer. We got our image proofs within a few days and once we selected the 5 photos that were part of the package, the final images were sent the next day. I would 100% recommend Alex and Zilker Bark for pet photography. And while he will tell you he doesn't take great people photos I tend to not a agree. He got some great posed photos of us with Bentley too! read more

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So fun. My daughter got me a session with my older dog. We met at Redbud Isle and had a lovely time on the trail and in the water. Chris was great with my dog. And Ben White Florist made a special flower crown for the older dog session. The pictures are great!!! read more

I've known Alex for a few years now through the frisbee community. When I saw his pet photography, I knew I would have to get my pups pics taken. I purchased the session for 2 dogs after seeing an ad running on facebook. He worked around my busy schedule and we found a weekend that would work for both of us. We then seamlessly rescheduled due to some rare Austin rain. We started the session a bit early and were finished within 20 minutes or less. I didn't think my doggies were "trained" per se, but Alex was able to get them to do whatever he asked. (I'm sure the delicious treats helped.) I couldn't have asked for a better experience or better results. Highly recommend :) read more

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I found Alex using Instagram. After following him and his dog Sid (@myregalbeagle), I just had to have him take my first holiday photo with my companion, Travis. I admire Alex's ability to use social media for good and I had a desire to support his business even though he never blatantly solicits himself. He is a very humble guy worthy of many referrals beyond this one. Anywho, we had some trouble finding his location (I'm horrible with directions) but Alex was very sweet and accommodating. Once we found him, he photographed me and my pup for a solid half hour although the session was suppose to only last for 20 mins. We had some trouble getting my dog to look at the camera (he's squirrel obsessed), but Alex still managed some amazing shots. I will definitely be using him again in the future. Great customer service, great quality images, and the pricing was super reasonable. If I didn't have a dog sitter, I'd surely employ him in that regard as well. read more

I LOVE Alex's work with my dog Cooper. He's taken amazing pictures of him through all stages of his puppyhood and they all turn out so well it's almost impossible to pick out which ones I want! You can tell how much he loves dogs and the dogs love him right back and work with him so well! Even with Cooper being a crazy pup, Alex was able to keep his attention and get all the pictures I wanted and more. Also, as a college student, I really appreciate how great his pricing is and even bought a few extra pictures! read more

Alex was so awesome! He got amazing pictures of my one year old Aussie, Penny- who is constantly on the run. Really knows how to work with dogs no matter how crazy they are. Got some really beautiful shots and such a quick turn around to get them back! Couldn't be happier! read more

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Alex is so awesome! I first started following him on Instagram a while back and was dying to schedule a shoot with him for my pup Dakoda! I was a bit nervous at first because I didn't think my dog would cooperate while taking the pictures, but Alex handled him so well and Dakoda actually behaved for him. I was completely surprised! The pictures came out awesome! I plan on having him take Dakoda's pictures again in the near future read more

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I've been trying to book Alex for almost a year since we moved out from Austin. After I explained this to Alex and he was working hard to schedule a session, and I am really appreciate for that. During the shooting, the weather is super humid, bit it did not effect any quality or enthusiasm! To be able to catch the post we want, Alex was very patient to try again and again. We were told to have the photos back in a week, but got it the second day! However, all phots turned out so good, it took my almost a week to finally decided what I want for final adjustment. I really glad to drive almost 20 hours from Virginia to make the shooting, so worth it! Thank you so much Alex, and we will definitely come back again for his birthday next year! read more

Alex is great! I was spending a little time in Zilker Park with friends when he approached me and asked if he could snap a few pictures of my dog, Georgia. I gave him a rundown of her back story and he posted it on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/p/BIpe4gsBxf5/?taken-by=zilkerbark&hl=en The pictures he took were so good that I purchased a couple to use for my business website and social media! I'll definitely use Alex for future pictures and joint business growth! Adam SUP DOG, LLC Owner, Director of Operations read more

I've done 4 sessions with Zilker Bark, and each one has been a great experience!! I've worked with Alex and Megan, and they are both so professional and great with dogs. They have been able to capture the fun and happy personality of my dog every time. The photos make me smile whenever I see them! My dog is so cute and happy, but I'm not always able to capture it in the iPhone pics I take of him. It's really nice to have professional quality photos that show his joyful spirit! I will cherish them forever. If you're a dog parent, or if you want to make a dog parent happy- book a session with Zilker Bark!! read more

I had a session with Alex when he came to Boston and a session with him is the best thing I have ever spent my money on. The photos are the most amazing things I have ever seen and I am stunned at his raw talent. He was able to keep my dog's attention, off leash, in the middle of the Boston Public Garden where we were surrounded by people and squirrels. It made me a little nervous at first but Alex is a complete professional when it comes to working with dogs. He came well prepared with treats and was able to make noises that grabbed my dog's attention immediately which resulted in amazing shots. It was so hard to choose from the photos he sent me. I am going to treasure these photos forever. read more

I can't say enough good things about zilkerbark. We've done a couple of mini sessions and attended the Valentine's event and each time come away with amazing photos of our pups. We are hobby photographers ourselves, but zilkerbark manages to capture the personalities in ways we can't. Alex is great to work with - friendly, loves on our pups, and professional. read more

Andrew was amazing!! My dog took to him really easily and he was super flexible with the variety of photos. If you are debating, this is definitely worth the cost to have these life long moments. read more

I never knew getting my dog's photos taken could be so fun! Maple had a blast the whole time and Alex was a natural at interacting with dogs (and getting them to stay still for the camera!). I was worried Maple would run off leash at the park we were taking the photos at, but she kept her eyes on him the whole time, even while other on-leash dogs were walking by. We had over 70 photos to choose from and ended up ordering more since we couldn't decide, they were all so good! I will cherish these puppy pictures forever and can't wait to book another session next time Alex is in town. read more

Alex is the man! In our short 20 minute photo session he knocked out a bunch of great pictures of my baby Shiba Nami. It was really cool to see Alex do his thing. I've ramped up my own interest in photography since bringing Nami home, so it's a awesome to to be around someone who has honed in their craft and takes pride in it like Alex does. Look forward to seeing his pictures in the future! read more

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This guy won't answer an email. Terrible customer service. If you want to plan a session, he won't do it - nor will he tell you what the availability is. read more

My fiance' and I met Alex at Zilker Park one afternoon and he photographed our Wirehaired Pointer, Ferguson. In addition to an energy-filled 6 year old Pointer we also have a 13 year old Scottie-Schnauzer mix named Lucy. I make it a point to get pictures of Lucy often as she is getting older and I want to make sure to capture plenty of special moments with her. We decided to do a small engagement photo shoot with our dogs and I immediately contacted Alex. He was incredibly easy to work with and was fantastic with both dogs. We had a great time. I went from planning to order 3 photos to purchasing the entire album because they turned out so well. Looking forward to working with him again and seeing him and his sweet Beagle, Sid at Zilker Park soon! read more

I was so excited when Alex posted on his instagram that he was coming to Denver! My experience was nothing short of amazing. His passion of animals and photography shines in his work and through his interaction with my dog, Cohen! Cohen is on the shy side, and Alex pulled out his sweet personality and made him feel comfortable. I just moved back to Austin and look forward to working with Alex sometime in the future! read more

My fiance and I recently had engagement photos done with Alex, and we couldn't be happier! We included our dog in some of the photos, and of course she upstages us with her cuteness. Alex is so talented in capturing both dog and human emotion, and our photos are beautiful. He went along with all my ideas and understood exactly the candid/journalistic style we were looking for. I would recommend Alex/Zilker Bark to anyone looking for amazing pet and family photos. read more

I absolutely LOVE Alex's work! He has photographed 3 of my family's dogs so far, and all of the photos are precious to us already. Alex's love and passion for his work is obvious and shows through his photography. Follow him on social media to see more of his wonderful work!! read more

The 30 min dog only session with Andrew was quick but a lot of photos were taken (I got to chose from 59- it was so hard!). He worked very well with the dog and brought treats, snacks, and a ball to chase. The dog was engaged the whole session and we finished it out in the river. The pictures are great, I wanted all of them. Overall a really pleasant experience!! read more

ZilkerBark - Photos by Andrew Leal. He was so good with Louise and the photos turned out wonderful. She had so much fun getting her pictures taken - Pet Photography Near Me

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