May, 2025 (April happenings)
I'm just gonna dive right in because this past month was something else!
SHAMELESS PRIDE FOR MY DOGS (or good news about me)!
The biggest news we have from April squeaked in just under the wire when, on April 29, we picked up a foster puppy from Berkeley Animal Center. It isn't often it works out to be something we can well-handle between my work and shelter schedule and our current dogs, but this time it was a short-term foster with a transport date already set and come on - a blind puppy?! He and his also-blind sister found themselves at the shelter, terrified and shutting down. His sister had a foster lined up and I saw an urgent plea for him - how could we not agree?
Meet Moose, a marshmallow of a dog who has been an absolute joy to have here the past several days. We are giving him as many positive experiences as we can during his time as our guest, including a trip to the beach, which he LOVED! He is headed on a transport to MSPCA Angell in Massachusetts, where they will ensure both of these kids receive the surgery they need for their eyes along with any other vetting (spaying/neutering, etc.) and then they will find them the best homes ever! We haven't fostered in almost three years, and we have no plans to make this a habit, but we also have no regrets about saying yes to Moose. Shout out too, to the ever-helpful Michelle at BAC, and to Diana at MSPCA Angell, who has been incredibly communicative throughout my promoting Moose and trying to fundraise for his and his sister's surgeries (link is still open if you'd like to chip in!).
I did the April cover photo work for Lowcountry Dog Magazine's 20-Year Anniversary issue and penned an article within on the varied levels of veterinary care - you can read it here if you like.
Roux, Gracie and I did have a whirlwind weekend to see my people in Florida and celebrate a couple of family birthdays, and will be headed back in late May!
Also, thanks to a client, I discovered Byte Tags, an incredible way to add a layer of ID protection for your pets! Check out my easy setup post here - order one for your pets today. So much peace of mind knowing there is another way to protect them if they get lost and this one is so easy for the finders! Order your pet’s today at Byte Tag.co - you can use discount code GETMEHOME to save 15% on your order too.
CLIENT SESSIONS
We held our annual spring portrait event at K9 Resorts in Mount Pleasant (always a great time!) and I then made a limited sitting, special offer for spring portraits in my studio and all those slots filled too. I have now wrapped up those sessions and all the galleries, the last of which will go out this week and next. Whew! A few samples follow. We did spring photos with multiple drops for everyone, and for the K9 event, we offered lollipops and bubbles too. :)
I put up my tent at Lowcountry Dog Magazine's Woofstock event and mingled with some awesome local businesses and community members, visited with rescue pals, and met some pretty adorable pets. I have decided NOT to display this year at City of Goose Creek's complex. Having shown samples there for the last eight years, I am taking a break from that month-long setup.
In April, I worked with the most pleasant lady and her strikingly handsome Golden Retriever, Tucker. She scheduled months out (love the planners!) and we made a date for downtown photos over her spring break - seems everyone else in the free world was downtown that day too, but it sure didn't stop us from finding quiet and beautiful spaces to shoot. You just have to know where to go to avoid the tourist spots :) and lucky for her, I do!
Charleston Animal Society officially unveiled its Sadie Greer Memorial Garden and Columbarium, a legacy opportunity for departed pets. The garden is a wonderfully meditative space, thoughtfully designed and landscaped, and sees the loveliest light, just as you would hope a memorial space would. If you'd like more info, click here to contact Natassia Donohue.
SHELTERS/RESCUES
YTD Adoptables photo'd: 128 through 4/30. This was a light month as I missed two shelter Tuesdays.
IMPORTANT!
We announced the dates for the 2025 Santa photos at Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming in Mount Pleasant! Mark your calendars: the event will be held November 22 and 23, from 12-3pm both dates. More details will post soon, and event pages will go up on Facebook so you can monitor for updates there. With the late Thanksgiving holiday this year, that means guests will have their photos back over the 1st weekend in December - plenty of time to make holiday cards and personalized photo gifts from the event! I first posted on April 22 so this gives SEVEN MONTHS' NOTICE to guests for planning their pets' visits to see Santa!
STATIC REMINDERS - GENERAL
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My session calendar fills quickly and in 2025, I am only offering sessions 5 days/week so I do encourage reserving your space about 3-4 weeks out (or more) from when you want your session. This allows you the best opportunity to secure your preferred date/time of day and to have sufficient lead time for grooming appointments, etc. Scheduling a rain date is also recommended at the time we reserve your session (no charge to hold the second date). I always encourage potential session guests to view my site first and look over FAQs, rates, etc., before reaching out to reserve a space.
*** Currently, I have clients scheduling into December (Love the planning ahead BTW!). So don't wait until the last minute, please, if you are wanting to get on the schedule. Saturdays always go first so if you need a weekend, it's wise to plan ahead.
Reminder too, July and August are out of the question for regular outdoor pet sessions for me - it's just too hot for your dogs to be outside for that long. #sorrynotsorry I may consider a few very early morning shorter sessions, depending on the pets' status i.e., age, health, etc., so if you are thinking about that, let's chat.
Studio is always an option too, and is an excellent choice especially during the blistering hot CHS summer!
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UPCOMING EVENTS & SCHEDULING NOTES (updated 5/7/25)
Ongoing: Adoptable Animal Photo Sessions.
May 11, 2025 | Animals, Art and Automobiles at Charles Towne Landing (a fundraiser benefitting Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary).
July and August 2025 | No outdoor sessions (although studio will remain an option). *MAY* consider early morning beach/outdoor shorter sessions depending on the pet.
October 25, 2025 | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Fall Festival.
November 22 and 23, 2025 | Santa photo fundraiser weekend at WoofGang Bakery & Grooming, Mount Pleasant! Follow socials or subscribe to the once-per-month mailout to stay in the know.
Away/Downtime Dates:
- May 21 - May 26, 2025
- Early to mid-July, 2025
- September 5-9, 2025
- Early November, 2025
- Mid-December through early January, 2026
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