While I'm crazy for puppies, there's something even sweeter about an old dog. Case in point: this 8 year old boxer, Hallie. She was recently photographed by Karin Newstrom and I couldn't wait to feature her!Don't you just love how expressive she is?Don't let her gray muzzle fool you, she still has a lot of spring her step. You can see more of Karin's amazing photography on her blog. About Karin Newstrom: Based in the Twin Cities, photographer Karin Newstrom specializes in ... continue reading
Fetching!
Today's photo was sent in by Erin Kroll Photography. I am enamored with the dog's enthusiasm for being photographed.I hope this one made you smile as much as it did me! You can see more of Erin's work on her blog.About Erin Kroll Photography: Located in Maine, Erin Kroll is a wedding and lifestyle photographer who loves to travel.Here are a few links for you this week:Life + Dog recently featured 8 Amazing Artists.Whenever I watch Wimbledon I wonder if one day there ... continue reading
Happy Tail: Otis
I'm a huge fan of Jack Russell Terrier types: their small, muscular bodies combined with high intelligence and cute faces make great entertainers like Eddie, Uggie and Otis. Although not a celebrity, Otis has entertained his family for years. Otis was photographed by Zoe Grant of Andi Grant Photography. I love his one ear up pose. Such concentration! I can't decide if I love his expression or his shadow more in this photo.These two found each other at just the right time. Recovering ... continue reading
Happy Tails: Skooder
“Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart” ~ Eleanor RooseveltI'm delighted to share this session that Julie from Missy Moo Studio sent to me. These two have been together for a long time. When Skooder was only 6 months old, he was living in a shelter. Jillian adopted him then. Skooder is fifteen now. This guy is a forefather of the DIY home decorating movement. His love of nearly round blankets has inspired him to chew ... continue reading
Happy Tails: Badger and Wyatt
I love a good story, especially when its a true story. The more I learned about these two dogs from Jess at Chocolate Moose Images, the better it got!Our hero, Badger started life as an underdog. As a puppy he roamed the streets and was placed in a shelter. He was there for about a month before things really got better. He was adopted and wound up with not only a home of his own but also plenty of trees, fields and even water for splashing.And if that wasn't great enough, add ... continue reading