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17 Aug 2016

Portrait series by dog photographer to benefit 501(c)3 rescue seeking corporate sponsors

As many of you know, we’ve been working on a new series called “Bullies of Baltimore” over at the Puptrait Studio, shooting rescued pitbulls alongside iconic Baltimore landmarks and sights. 100% of all profits from the series are set to benefit Bella’s Bully Buddies, a local 501(c)3 volunteer nonprofit rescue and foster program. “…help save the lives of hundreds of more innocent pups and give them a chance to find healthy and happy forever homes.” So, what’s new? We are […]

25 May 2016
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Watch Out – Killing Pets with Painkillers

By Dr. Jeff Grognet, DVM, BSc(Agr), Veterinary Assistant Instructor People grab a painkiller and don’t think twice about taking one. But what about when your dog or cat is in pain?  How dangerous could it possibly be for them to take the same painkillers we take? The answer might surprise you. Let’s take look at what can go wrong… Is Tylenol safe to give pets? Acetaminophen (Tylenol): Tylenol reliably kills cats. I have had many clients give their cats this medication to help […]

16 May 2016
Stray Dogs Playing with a Container Chile Lab black golden

Group Show Opening this Thursday in Hampden!

If anyone is looking for something to do this Thursday evening come on out to Blue Pit BBQ! Our studio is part of Art for BARCS. As you may have guessed from the name, proceeds will go to benefit BARCS our local rescue and center for animal control. At the show we will be unveiling new prints from our founder, J.B. Shepard’s recent trip to Valparaiso, Chile where he was working with strays. The opening is 8pm Thursday, May 19th. Cocktails and food […]

20 Apr 2016
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Dr. Chileamor or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Strays

Recently, I visited Chile. Not on assignment, but rather with my wife on vacation. I had not planned on working or really taking many photos beyond a few snapshots with our tour group. I didn’t even bring any serious gear or glass – not even a tripod. I was in full-on vacation mode. But it didn’t take long for me to realize that I was experiencing something important, something that would quickly change how I saw the rest of our […]

17 Feb 2016
baltimore maryland dying sick dog great dane inhome session with pretty woman

The vet said it was just a limp…

Her stoutly giant was suddenly tender footed. So like any good mom, she took him in. “Everything checks out with the CAT scan.  Keep an eye on it. If he’s still limping in a month or so, schedule a follow-up.” Within a week, a grapefruit sized mass appeared on his wrist. And, as per the Vet’s advice, in a month or so she scheduled a follow-up.  Not to examine the Dane’s foot, but to end the pain that had rapidly ravaged her best friend. Thunderbear […]