Senior Dog Photo Session in East London
I recently photographed several senior dogs who were nearing the end of their life. Their owners wanted to document a few precious moments with them in their old age. They also wanted to celebrate their long life as well as the long friendship they had together.
Senior Dog Photography
This is Daisy, a black labrador who’s health was rapidly deteriorating. Her owners wated to have a few photographs of all of them together as a memory of their time. We arranged to meet at Dagenham in East London, and photograph Daisy at the Chase Nature Reserve where she loves going for walks. It was important to capture the couple together with Daisy, but also to photograph Daisy on her own, to capture her character and personality at her old age.
Meaningful Dog Photography
Senior dog photography sessions (or end of life dog photography sessions) are incredibly meaningful. As we strat to think about our pet nearing the end of their life, we revisit the journey we had with them from the moment we met them through all the big milestones and little moments in between. Some pets have been with us and members of our family for a very long time so naturally saying goodbye is hard and painful, and can feel devastating. From my own experience dealing with grief of a death of a pet, having some photos taken before you say your last goodbye is not only a nice memory but also the start of the greaving process.
End of Life Dog Photography
If you are interested in booking a senior dog photography session with me, please get in touch. I have photographed a few senior dogs recently and they were so special that I decided to make them available to more people. I am now offering free local one hour senior dog photo sessions (travel outside of my local area will be charged) which are well suited for one pet with their owner. Should you wish to extend the photo session to 2h and have your partner/family/other dog join in, a top up fee will be charged. Prints and digital files will be available to purchase. For more information, please email me through my website.
End of Life Dog Photography Session in Kidbrook, London
Senior Dog Photography
Doing senior dog photography sessions is always such an honour. It is a chance for dog owners to celebrate the life of their beloved pet, the friendship with their best friend(s) and to capture fun, meaningful memories through a set of beautiful photographs.
Celebration Session
End of life celebration sessions take place outside, at your pet’s favourite location, or at home depending on how mobile your pet is. I will spend some time capturing a variety of images, from portrait shots to action shots and most importantly, capturing your unique bond with your dog.
Gentle Special Assistance Dog
A lovely thing about meeting senior dogs is that you get to hear their stories and what they did as younger versions of themselves. This sweet black labrador lady was the gentlest and most loving dog. She developed cancer so her owner knew she didn’t have much time and wanted to capture a few moments in their favourite park. When they were going to pick her up from the breeder, there was a big snow storm (this was in America), and the owner’s children suggested they name the puppy Elsa (a character from the Disney film Frozen). Elsa grew up to be a service dog and spent most of her life helping her owner.
Dog Photography Gift Vouchers
Her owner’s friend gifted a photo session to celebrate a life well lived and a friendship which will last forever. We spent the morning around Cator park, creating memories and focusing on the relationship Elsa had with her owner. I thoroughly enjoed this senior dog photo session, and will treasure it for a really long time.
If you wish to enquire about an end of life fog photography session, please get in touch.
Dog Photo Shoot in Marble Hill Park
I had a privilage of photographing this elderly cocker spaniel in his favourite location - Marble Hill Park in East Twickenham. It was touch and go whether the photo session will go ahead as he had a health scare in the days leading up to the photoshoot. Luckly, he made it and he made it in style and good spirits! He was so sweet, and so keen to run around and chase his favourite ball. His owner had purchased a gift voucher for her partner, and wanted to surprise him with a set of photographs of his beloved friend.
Senior Dog Photography
Senior dog photo sessions are some of my favourite dog photography sessions. Senior dogs are gentle, calm and wise, but they often surprise with a spring in their step and a bounce in their run. Senior dog photography sessions celebrate dogs which have reached an older age and tell their stories in a set of beautiful photographs.
London and Surrey Senior Dog Photographer
As London and Surrey Senior Dog Photographer, I will work with you and your dog to create a customised session according to your dog’s needs and abilities. I will typically meet you at your home, favourite park or on your favourite walk and spend an hour or two photographing you and your dog. After the photoshoot, you will receive a private gallery with a selection of best photographs from the session. After you have selected your images, I will post digital files, prints or framed prints to your home address.
Get in Touch
If you would like to book a senior dog photography session, or chat about organising one, please get in touch by filling out the contact sheet on my website or drop me a line at mina@minamilanovic-photography.com
