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These nails.

Such long, husky nails.

But if she’s ever in Alaska, or Antarctica…

She’s pulling that sled, gripping that ice.

… I managed to get a shot of Kyla enjoying the beautiful weather.

I decided to convert her to a warm black and white using Gradient Map in Photoshop.

Blind shooting. Just hold the camera down in front of your subject and shoot, hope you get something. Invariably, I always do. Have gotten some of my most favorite shots this way. Especially of my silly girl, Kyla.

The sun has come. She is happy.

At first I was disappointed this next series was out of focus. Then I took another look. Maybe she should be out of focus.

I have no words.

First up: Annie. Queen of the household.

Sweet Little Cody. Does this kid love his dog, or what? This is one of those images that makes me take a breath when I see it. You can just feel the moment between them.

Feisty Chloe. Fun. Food Motivated Obsessed. Snorty.

Scrappy Holly. We’ll see more of her later.

And the best for last: the infamous frog costume. Really, folks. Does it get any better than this?

This lively bunch definitely kept me on my toes this weekend. They won a free session through the Free to Live auction a while back.

Yes, that loud snorting you hear is the feisty yet dainty pug, Chloe. It literally did not stop the entire session!

Can you say froggie costume and pink tutus? More to come later…

Untitled from Melissa Rawlings on Vimeo.

Here are just a few of the cuddly, snuggly dogs and cats looking for a forever home at the Edmond Animal Shelter. These photos were taken during the Rescues and Runways Fashion Show last Saturday, benefiting Paws for Life, Inc.

Stop by and give one of these friendly faces their perfect home!

A new item has been added to the Rescued Store!

T-SHIRTS!

That’s right, now you can support the Edmond Animal Shelter and everyone else will know!

Zip on over today and purchase the Awful Cute T-Shirt, or peruse the other products available. All proceeds benefit the shelter and Paws for Life, Inc.

I got word today that the Fourth Annual Free to Live Golf Tournament yesterday was a huge success!

Thanks to everyone who participated.

And a big congrats to Maynard and Deanya Britten for winning a free basic session with yours truly! I am excited to meet your furry friend and will contact you soon to schedule!

Any golfers out there?

I will be participating in the Fourth Annual Free to Live Golf Tournament by way of silent auction: one free Basic Session. This event will take place at Oak Tree Golf and Country Club in Edmond and will benefit Free to Live, an animal sanctuary located in Edmond.

I feel fortunate to have a small part in this prestigious event and hope you’ll come out to golf, eat, drink and put in those bids!

Click here for more information.