An end of life photography session is for pets who are nearing the end of their lives. It’s a way of honoring them by capturing last memories together.While there is a set of standard shots and poses I capture during these sessions, I typically like to sit back. I’ll shoot while your family shares lots of hugs, kisses, pets, ear-scratches, etc. I love to capture every details of your pet alone as well.
Yes, I believe they’re a necessary and important part of the grieving and healing process. And anticipatory grief is still grief.
Adding this to the process allows us to take any little control we have left over the situation and say, “I want to make one last memory with you, and celebrate you.”
They’re hard.
It’s hard to come to terms with losing our pets. It’s also hard to look them in the eyes and see all the years of love they've given, knowing we will soon be saying good-bye.
Sometimes, we know our pets are aging. Maybe its not being able to run as much; schedule when you see that beginning to happen.
Sometimes, we are given news that we didn't expect at an appointment and are told there is some time. Schedule then.
Things happen unexpectedly, and sometimes far too quickly. I am on-call for those occasions too. My cell is 570-337-4904. A simple text, and I will be there.
They’re usually shot in-home as that’s where most elderly and/or sick pets are typically more comfortable. Because you’ll want to capture them in their favorite sun-spot, or curled up on their usual couch cushion.
I enter your home as respectfully and as quiet as possible. I understand this is one of the most difficult times of your life and I promise not to interfere with your grief. It's unbelievably hard for me to do these sessions but I do them because I truly believe in their importance. There is not one session that I have done that has not broken me; I leave your home and grieve with you.
I have partnered with this amazing local business that allows your family the option of having your pet put to sleep in the comfort of your own home or at their facility in their private room. To schedule with them, please visit their website at:
Afterpay is available if that would be helpful for you. I know this session is often something unexpected and not always planned into the budget, so I want to make it as easy and stress-free as possible for you.
