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Did someone say Dog Party? 

If you live in Northern Virginia and want the best for your pets, get excited because there are TWO new places to stock up holistic pet supplies in Vienna and Arlington! Kriser’s Natural Pet is a growing, mission-driven company with some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. They are dedicated to providing the best in natural pet food, treats, and supplies. 

The Grand Opening events were lively puppy parties with shopping sprees, raffles and free nail trims. I don’t know who had more fun, the humans or the pups! 

Check out their website for upcoming events and specials. 

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Paw-liticking at DC’s Bipawtisan March!

Yes, it was as fun as it looks: 100+ people and pups gathered on the east grounds of the Capitol for a bipartisan rally for the dogs. Then a police escorted march through the streets of DC to a beer garden. What’s not to love? 

The mission of the march was to “find a way that a group of individuals from different political and ideological backgrounds could come together and find common ground on a position that we all support: our pets.” Many participants were marching to support animal rescue missions, end animal cruelty and educate people about breed-specific stigmas.

Now that’s an event I can get behind. Plus, hanging out with a large group of dogs and doting dog owners is kind of my thing. ;) 

See more images from from the event here. 

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Photo Shoot: Kenny!

This energetic goofball totally made my week. 

I met Kenny about a year ago when he and his litter mates arrived in DC from a high-kill shelter in South Carolina. I photographed 6 of them at their foster home on the eastern shore of Maryland and fell in love with each wiggling pup. 

Seriously, look at them:

Since this handsome guy was adopted by Danny and Doug, he has lived a charmed life in Washington, DC. He is clearly the center of their world and vice versa. He watches their every move – ready and waiting for any chance to play fetch or snuggle on the new, stylish sofa. Kenny has grown into a beautiful dog with legs for days and a calm but playful demeanor. 

It was a pleasure to photograph this sweet guy again and see how truly happy he is. Thanks Danny + Doug for giving him a beautiful life and for the opportunity to capture his sweet soul again! 

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Photo Shoot: March Mini-Studio Sessions!

After a successful fall mini-session charity event, I decided to do another round this spring. The event benefits City Dogs Rescue in Washington, DC – so far we’ve raised $1400 to save animals in need! Yeah! Giving back is such an important part of what I want to do with my business and this is such a fun way to do it! Sometimes I have to pinch myself that I get to play with adorable animals for a living! 

So on March 18th, I took over the City Dogs HQ with 4 fabulous volunteers and photographed 22 animals + one foster pup who happened to stop by at just the right time. (See Piper below). Participants in this event were quick to book – we sold all the spaces in 3 hours flat as soon as registration opened in February. It was insane, but good insane :)

The next event will be Sunday, November 5th with registration opening sometime this fall. Learn more here. Thanks to everyone who took part and to all the beautiful pets who made the day so much fun!

xoxo, Hannele

p.s. This is Piper - she has an application but is still technically available for adoption through City Dogs Rescue.