Dogs are family, so it makes me happy to see dog-friendly family photo sessions like this one from Charleston Photo Art. Blue, the Great Dane, is (literally) a huge part of this couple's life. Dennis always encourages his clients to bring their dogs to their sessions.From Dennis: " A lot of my clients ask, 'Can we bring our dog?' And my answer is always - 'Yes, please!' I absolutely LOVE pictures with your fluffy friends! What could be more adorable?"From Emily: "Blue is a ... continue reading
Dogs Living in Assisted Living Facilities
Special thanks to Holly Klamer for writing this post. Is it Safe to Have Dogs in an Assisted Living Facility? Around the globe, people enjoy the companionship, love, and warmth of being in the company of their pet dogs. These furry little creatures give you unconditional love, which impacts your life, including mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.Pets also alleviate our sense of loneliness which is more prevalent during old age. That’s part of why an increasing number of senior ... continue reading
Best (Wedding) Dog: Leo | Brainerd, MN
I love these images from Alexandra Robyn Photo + Design of Leo, the Golden Retriever, and his favorite people. Leo may not have known exactly what a wedding is, but it looks like he loved being a part of one. (I'm also in love with the building they got married in Brainerd, Minnesota!)From Alexandra: "Your furry friend is a huge part of your family and life together, which is why we love when couples choose to incorporate pets into their big day. It's becoming really popular even to ... continue reading
Dog-friendly Portrait Session | Mechanicsville, MD
There's no doubt that dogs make life better. Although Terry originally thought she wasn't going to add more dogs to her family, Jassu, the German Shepherd changed her mind. Ashley Elizabeth photographed this dynamic duo in Mechanicsville, Maryland.From Ashley: "This is Terry and her pup, Jassu! Terry has a special place in her heart for pups. The German Shepherd was one of four and is her last one! So Jassu has a special place in her heart!From Terry: “I already had a dog when my ... continue reading
Happy Tails: Maki the Shiba Inu | Portland, Oregon
What better way to celebrate the newest family member than with a family portrait session? Natalie from Here Today Photography photographed this family, Portland, Oregon. Naturally, they included their first baby, Maki the Shiba Inu. I love that they chose an in-home session, and I'm obsessed with their lovely plants.From Natalie: "Maki, the Shiba Inu, is a loving and protective big sister to a new baby, Lyra. Bethany and Enzo have been adjusting to life as new parents, and it's a ... continue reading









