If you’ve ever loved a dog, you know how strong the love between a dog and a person can be. At times it is overwhelming to think of my dogs dying, even though it probable that I’ll outlive them. These photos from Paw Prints- Pet Portraits by Charlene are so touching, don’t be surprised if you find yourself shedding a few tears.
From Charlene: “I was contacted by Carolyn to photograph her senior dog, Smidgen (girl) and her younger dog, Chumley (boy), as a Devoted Hearts session for Smidgen. Carolyn’s love for Smidgen is palpable when looking at these images, and the emotion is both heart-wrenching and beautiful.”
I don’t know if Smidgen’s devoted hearts session was booked because she is a senior dog, or if she had a bad diagnosis. I’ m hopeful that she’s still keeping Chumley in line and their mom company! If not, I know these photos are a wonderful keepsake of a life well loved.
If you haven’t booked a professional photography session with your senior dog, I urge you to find a photographer and book a session. Joy Sessions is a wonderful resource to help you locate a professional photographer.
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About Paw Prints Pet Portraits by Charlene: Based in Pittsburgh, Paw Prints is a sub division of Custom Portraits by Charlene and offers on location portrait services. Charlene is a member of PPA and Area Coordinator/Affiliate Photographer for Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep. She has a B.S. in Early Childhood Development and Education from The Ohio State University and is a self-taught photographer. Charlene lives in a suburb of Pittsburgh with her Great Dane, Emmet and his kitten, Sophie.
Those were beautiful.
I never though of specifically arranging a photo shoot as a dog is nearing the end of his or her life. But I understand it.
Having pictures of my dogs when they pass has always been very important to me.
Smidgen is so cute in these photos, I wouldn’t have guess she was a senior or nearing the end of her life. I think its particularly important to get photos when your dog is healthy and full of life. One of my favorite photos (and I have thousands of photos) is one I took when I was about 12. Our Yorkie was playing in the front yard and the photo showed all of her real personality.
It is easy to see why Smidgen is so loved… such a cutie and completely one of a kind! Wishing all the best for this cute family!!
These pictures are amazing! Love seeing professional pictures of dogs!