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TODAY’S SPECIALS: RANGER & FRIENDS

May 21, 2021 | 14 Comments

The best boy in the world! 20lbs of pure gremlin fluff

I first learned of Brit Rose and her rescued pup Ranger through HeARTsSpeak, a nonprofit organization that unites art and advocacy to increase the visibility of shelter animals. Brit is a fellow artist member, a pet photographer from Virginia.

Brit had just celebrated Ranger’s ‘Gotcha Day’ and shared images from the celebratory photo session in the HeARTsSpeak Facebook group. Thank you, Brit, for sharing the full story of Ranger’s rescue with us.

Brit & Ranger

Brit is a full-time photographer at Brittany Rose Petography and volunteers for local shelters taking adoption photos of available dogs. It was during a shelter visit two years ago that Brittany first met Ranger.

The dangers of adoption photography, warns Brittany.

Ranger was terrified in his kennel, and the shelter staff told Brittany not to bother photographing him as no one could get close to him and suggested he was not yet adoptable.

We locked eyes, and it was all over! I opened the kennel door, and he immediately curled up in my lap. I told the staff to get me the adoption paperwork!

Before joining Brittany’s pack, Ranger and seven other dogs were rescued by animal control from a hoarding, puppy-mill situation in Georgia. Ranger and the other dogs were locked in a shed with no clean water or food without human interaction. A rescue group transported the dogs to two Shelters in Virginia, one being the SPCA in Richmond, where Brittany volunteers and used to work before becoming a full-time photographer.

Ranger had mange, ringworm, and was not socialized. He didn’t know how to interact with humans.

It has taken Ranger time to get used to his new surroundings, and they are still working on potty training. Explains Brit,

When he’s nervous, he pees

Otherwise, says Brittany, Ranger has blossomed! His fur has finally grown back, and he plays with his siblings and toys! Ranger has also become more trusting, approaching people other than me. Even though I am his favorite, and he’s constantly in my lap.

Pet Photography is slow since the pandemic, says Brittany. To help cover the medical costs of her rescued family members, Brit also makes and sells pet items such as collars and bows. Being creative and carrying out her daily farm chores helps reduce stress caused by the pandemic.

Yes, in addition to six dogs, Brittany lives on a farm that includes: Four horses, ducks, including a one-eyed duck Brit took in a couple of months ago as a just-hatched duckling. Chickens, three rescue pigs, and peacocks.

‘Oh,’ adds Brittany ‘and our barn kitty.’

She showed up one day, and no one claimed her, and she never left. We got her spayed and all her shots. I’m just super allergic to cats, so she can’t live in the house, but half the garage is all her stuff, from beds to cat towers to couches.

Ranger’s five siblings include:

Summer, an eight-year-old husky, malamute mix with IBD. Although she’s on a special diet and restrictive measures are in place, Summer knows how to open the fridge and freezer and when she’s in a ‘husky mood,’ she helps herself, says Brit.

She’s not supposed to eat frozen chicken

Pepper, a retriever and collie mix, suffering from anxiety. Brit discovered Pepper when working at the SPCA and felt she would be good company for summer.

Lavender, a merle, Aussie mix. Bryan had always wanted an Aussie (with a tail). Brittany had put the search criteria into Adopt-A-Pet and received an alert a short time later. Lavender was a puppy and believed to have potty training issues. Blood tests confirmed Lavender was in renal failure. The specialist predicted she would be lucky to make it to three years of age. Lavender’s will be four this August! Yay, Lavender!

Clover, a special needs golden retriever puppy, could barely walk as a puppy and would turn in circles. At six months of age, tests confirmed she has Corpus Callosum and Cerebellum Anomaly. Despite this condition, Clover enjoys her life.

Finally, Farmer, a terrier, hound-type puppy, discovered wandering in the woods, covered in ticks. Farmer, as his name suggests, is helping Brittany with farm chores.

Farmer quickly learned to give the duck some space after she bopped him on the head for getting too close to the babies.

Thank you, Brittany, for rescuing these beautiful beings,

 

 

 

 

Photos and video donated by Brittany Rose Petography

 

 

 

Categories: HAPPY TALES & TRIBUTES Tagged: Adopt, Pet Photography, Puppy Mill Dogs, Rescue, Special Needs

SHELTER SHOTS

July 5, 2018 | Leave a Comment

SPENDING TIME WITH RESCUES

First of all, I would like to thank you for your supportive comments on my previous post. Your kind words were inspirational and helped to remind me why I need to continue on this journey I began, many years ago.  Where does the time go?

As a volunteer photographer, I have snapped pics of many shelter animals in the hope of making a love connection between humoms, dogpas, and their (future) furbabies. Obviously, there is much room for improvement. I enjoy practicing and hope one of my amateur shots versus a quick cell phone pic will mean all the difference in finding a rescue animal a forever home.

Here are some of the companions I’ve had the privilege of photographing:

This trip down memory lane was incredibly therapeutic for me – just the ‘shake off’ I needed to focus on what matters most.

Check back soon for new posts about rescue efforts and how I intend to help eliminate the stereotype about rescues!

 

Thanks again xoxo

 

 

Categories: ADOPTABLES, RESCUE GROUPS & SHELTERS Tagged: Adopt, Forever Home, Pet Photography, Rescue

KEVIN SARASOM – PET PHOTOGRAPHER

January 8, 2016 | 41 Comments

Off Leash Studio

We recently had the pleasure of meeting, and working with Kevin Sarasom, of Off Leash Studio during the filming of our PetSmart commercial. Kevin is the very talented and professional man behind the lens. After briefly composing ideas in his mind, he shared his thoughts and invited feedback from me, the pet parent. Perhaps knowing a bit about Henry, Reese and Ricky helped with his creative process. Mostly, I think it was Kevin’s easy going attitude; his ability to wait patiently for his models to become comfortable, open up and show off their personalities.

We are delighted to share with you some of the fun images from Off Leash Studio (recognize anyone?)

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What inspired you to become a photographer and, in particular, to specialize in pet photography?

I’ve been a cinematographer for 5 years now and I realized that I’ve got a knack for making things look good, and I love animals. I had a vision to produce really high production value in the photos while capturing unique expressions or showing personality.

Natural, outdoor environment, home (of pet), or studio. Why is that your preference?

We only shoot in studio, at Off Leash Studio

As a volunteer, shelter photographer, I know how amazing it is to connect with the animals. Please share with us one of your most magical experiences (and photograph from that session, if possible)

They are all magical experiences! This is Tyson and Abby. They were especially awesome.

Tyson and Abby - Off Leash Studio

Tyson and Abby – Off Leash Studio

All time favourite photo – why?

Frankenstein – the first photo ever, that inspired the rest

Any ‘Oopsie Daisies’ during a shoot?

Nothing a pee pad can’t take care of.

Do you have a favourite species, breed, or age group to photograph?

Great Danes.



Do you have animal companions? Please tell us about them?

I have a pet corn snake, Clarisse. She’s awesome and will soon be featured!

Camera and favourite lens (why)?

Canon 5DM3, 50mm 1.2 – The shallow depth of field!

What, in your opinion makes a great pet portrait?

If it tells a story, it’s a great portrait.



What tips and suggestions do you have for shelter workers wanting to create a flattering photo for each pet’s adoption profile portrait?

A diffused light source. If you have a flash, point it towards and bounce it off a piece of paper.



Off Leash Studio specializes in capturing your pet’s unique personality.  Using cinematic lighting techniques honed through years of experience shooting portraits, the style we aim for is classic and modern, with a fun twist.   We love to meet new pets, discover their personalities, and capture all their wonderful expressions.



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Thank you for sharing with us Kevin. The Parker Pack are thrilled with our Off Leash Studio photos!

To view more of Kevin’s work, please click to visit Off Leash Studio

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Categories: PHOTOGRAPHY Tagged: Pet Photography, Pet Portraits

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