Ascot dog photographers, Millers Image Limited, have snapped up the 'Best Family Run Business of the Year' in the Berkshire Regional Awards for 2024.

Conducted by Business Awards UK, these recognitions serve to honour small to medium-sized businesses and larger enterprises across England's 46 counties, based purely on merit.

Chris and Sue Miller, the husband-and-wife team running the company never imagined they would achieve such an accolade.

Chris Miller said: "To be recognised as the Best Family Run Business of the Year in Berkshire for 2024 is beyond our wildest dreams."

Following Chris' retirement from the tech industry in February 2022, the couple began offering MIL Pet Photography Experiences, which quickly grew in popularity.

Miller further added: "We are incredibly grateful to each and every one of our clients and their wonderful dogs for their loyalty and support and believing in us to deliver beautiful memories to be treasured forever.

"This award would not have been possible without them."

Three years after changing their focus to dog photography, they have photographed nearly 300 dogs and have published a book, "Tails of Windsor & Ascot".

They are currently working on their latest project "Tails at 60: Celebrating the Lives of Dogs" which is due for Christmas 2024 release.

In addition, the couple has also committed to supporting local and national dog charities through their professional skills.

About their future plans, Miller clarified: "Nothing gives us more pleasure than creating magical experiences for our clients and helping dog charities.

"We pride ourselves in helping raise awareness of their work and helping tell a rescue dog’s own story to aid in their journey to find their forever home."

Miller concluded with a tease about a "unique opportunity" they will offer to Berkshire's dog lovers this year.