• 🖼️ Photographer helps families capture beautiful tributes that go viral

• 🥰 This compassionate option helps families find peace in tough moments

• 🐾 These gummies keep selling out

• 📸 Family asks photographer to Photoshop something special

• ❤️ A special word from our pups

True or False?

Dogs developed eyebrow muscles to look cuter to humans.

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Mandy Pierce bought a camera and practiced photography by taking tons of pictures of her dog. Eventually, she decided to make a side business of pet photography, but she works with a group that can be emotionally challenging. She connected with The Tilly Project, an end-of-life photography network that provides resources for those grieving the loss of a pet. 

The Tilly Project connects Pierce with families whose dogs do not have much longer to live. She offers them discounted photography sessions to capture the bond between them and get some stunning pictures of the dogs for the family to treasure forever. There is a questionnaire to help her get to know the dog and family a bit, and then they select a location where the dog is comfortable. There are treats and favorite toys and so much love in these photos. 

Pierce gets emotional editing these photos every time, but she also loves it. It’s a beautiful celebration of the love and bond between dogs and their people. Her shoots are constantly going viral on social media, so we aren’t the only ones who think this is gorgeous.

Dogs bring endless amounts of joy to families, but for every pet owner, the day will come when tough decisions need to be made. Euthanasia has traditionally been done at veterinary clinics. Still, there has been an increase in the popularity of in-home euthanasia, and it allows pets to peacefully pass away in a comfortable setting. 

The main benefit of this option is to minimize stress for your pet and your family. The veterinary clinic can be stressful, and having strangers surrounding them can be scary. By choosing the option for services to come to your home, your dog can be surrounded by their favorite toys, people, blankets, and environment. 

Families also have the privacy of their own homes to say goodbyes. You’ll be surrounded by your comfortable and peaceful surroundings. This can help the emotional healing process as well. 

When the time comes for your family, you can talk to your vet about the options to utilize an in-home service. The price point is often higher, but it brings more peace and calm for everyone involved. Knowing this option is available well before the moment can help you make the best decision for your family. 

Cecilie Thoresen is a photographer that also happens to be very skilled in the art of Photoshop. Recently, she was contacted by a woman with a special request. The woman and her husband had lost their beloved dog, Timber, and had a photo of them spreading his ashes in the water.

She asked Cecilie to Photoshop a reflection of Timber in the water. The end result became a beautiful tribute to the dog and a special keepsake for the pup’s family. 

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With lots of love,

Stitcher, Minnie, & Finnegan 🐾

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