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Dogs Relaxing in the Front Yard

Wednesday, November 14th, 2012

It was a long time coming that I finally got to meet these three dogs! Their mom, Sally, first scheduled a session with me months ago for her daughter’s dogs, Bally and Cuda. We’ve been meaning to get back together ever since so that I could meet her dogs, but you know how life tends to get in the way… I’m so glad we finally set a date and got together this past weekend – her dogs were an absolute pleasure to work with! They were incredibly well-behaved, and as Sally says, they’re just a great group together. She considers yourself lucky to have such a great pack – and I consider myself lucky for having met them!

First, let me introduce you to Rocky the schnauzer and Chloe the mixed breed dog. Rocky’s the oldest of the group, but you wouldn’t know it from how playful he is! And Chloe – can you say gorgeous? She’s such a good-looking mutt!

A schnauzer and a mixed breed hound look up at the camera.

 

 And this is Sasha, a regal mix of a dog. She’s a little more content to relax and take in the action.

A big puffy white dog smiles for the camera.

 

After we got a few “posed “portraits out-of-the-way, we just played with my ball in the front yard – it was a great afternoon!

Three dogs run and play with a ball in the front yard of a house.

 

Oh, and I can’t forget Madison! She’s another one of Sally’s grand–dogs, and we figured that since we were (as it turns out) crashing Madison’s well-kept yard for our photos, it was only fair to let her jump in for a few as well! Isn’t she a beautiful girl?

A chocolate lab lays down in the grass in her front yard.

 

Sally, I had a wonderful time with you and your family, as usual. I can’t wait to get together again soon!

 

 

Dachshund Studio Photo Session

Monday, November 12th, 2012

Despite a few scheduling difficulties, I was thrilled to be able to get together with Gus and Leo (both dachshunds) this past Saturday!  Their mom brought plenty of props to get us in the Christmas spirit, and Gus & Leo were surprisingly willing participants for each new hat, sweater & collar combo!

Gus is the older boy; he’s 4 years old and has short brown hair. Leo is the puppy at one year old, a blonde longhaired dachshund – and I think he almost looks like a miniature golden retriever! Enjoy these few photos of both handsome boys!

 

To start out, Rudolph joined us for a few photos…

Long-haired dachshund dog in a santa hat with a toy reindeer.

 

Gus is very comfortable when he’s in dad Evan’s lap!

Dachshund dog on his dad's lap.

 

I showed Gus & Leo’s mom my new backdrop… and she loved it! So we took a bunch of photos with this fun, vintage-modern backdrop!

Long-haired dachshund in the studio.

 

The boys couldn’t resist showing off for us.

Two dachshund stand up for treats.

 

Thanks for making the trip out from Panama City Beach, Emily & Evan! It was so much fun to meet you & the pups – I can’t wait to see you again soon!

 

A Couple of Handsome Blockheads

Saturday, November 10th, 2012

You know I say that with nothing but affection, right? I love dogs with big, solid heads – because look how big their smiles can get! :)

 

These boxers are named Molson (fawn & white) & Vaughn (brindle) and without a doubt, they are the most well-behaved boys I’ve worked with in over a year. No joke, no exaggeration – I think their parents should start a training business because they clearly do it very well! And I was thrilled about the dogs’ excellent recall, because it allowed us to get pretty creative! Here’s their Sneak Peek…

 

Aren’t they handsome?!

Two boxers lie down in the studio.

 

We took a walk through downtown Pensacola…

Two boxer dogs sit in front of downtown Pensacola wooden doors.

 

And dug halfway to China on the beach!

Two boxers dig in the sand at the beach.

 

Last but not least, my personal favorite!! I love this photo so much!

Two boxers sit in the green grass with their parents in the background.

 

Thanks for a wonderful session, April & Bobby! And I can’t thank Molson & Vaughn enough for being good listeners… their session is proof: great obedience helps me get great photos! :)

 

German Shepherd Dog & Puppy Photography

Friday, November 9th, 2012

Confession: I think German shepherds are beauuuutiful! I really do – they’re so so handsome but yet fluffy and lovable, and we think Bailey might be part shepherd (in addition to Rhodesian ridgeback, of course), so they rank in my top few favorite breeds. So when the winner of the session I gave away at Barktoberfest turned out to have a German shepherd, I was excited – but not as excited as when I learned that they were about to get another German shepherd, and a puppy at that!! It was so funny: I called Mary to let her know that she’d won the drawing and congratulate her, and she was literally in the car with her husband, on the way to pick up little Leah! Both Leah and her older sister Frannie are from The German Shepherd Rescue of Tulsa, so it was no quick drive – but of course, Frannie & Leah were each well worth the trip!

Mary & I actually spoke several weeks ago, but we decided to let Leah get acclimated to life with Frannie & their parents before plunging her into a photo session. Really, we probably could have gotten together weeks sooner: Leah is a totally confident puppy and was happy to play in the park with us! Frannie is definitely more skittish; she has a rocky past and her parents are doing a great job of socializing her and helping her gain more confidence. But I’ve been typing (and you’ve been reading) long enough – on to the Sneak Peek photos!

 

A German shepherd dog relaxes in beautiful sunshine in a Pensacola park.

 

A German shepherd puppy walks around in beautiful sunshine in a Pensacola park.

 

Thanks for a great session, Frannie & Leah!

Dog Days of Summer 2013 calendars are here! Buy one to benefit the American Cancer Society for only $20.

Thursday, November 8th, 2012

I am thrilled to announce the final design & official sale of the 2013 Dog Days of Summer calendar! We’re selling these great sturdy calendars for only $20 each, and 100% of the proceeds go to (who else?) the American Cancer Society! Check out the fun photos!

 

Cover of 2013 calendar benefitting the American Cancer Society.

 

 

 

 

 

One of my favorite parts of these calendars are the photos on individual days of each month. If you attended the Dog Days event and your dog wasn’t chosen by our judges as one of the month “headliners”, don’t worry – your dog still made it in the calendar! Every one of the attendees was given their own day, if they didn’t already have their own month!

There are two ways you can order your calendar:

  1. Go to the office of the American Cancer Society in Pensacola and pick it up right then & there. It’s right by Cordova Mall; click here for a map.
  2. Email me: allison@allisonshamrell.com
Please consider making this calendar your Christmas gift to family and friends (and yourself!) – it’s all for a great cause. And why wouldn’t you want to see these cute dogs all year long? :)

 

 

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