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Photo session with a papillon

Posted : 6/17/2006 11:39:09 AM

A lady that belongs to my obedience club wants me to do a painting of her papillon. She said that she didn't have any good pictures of him. So I told her I'd meet up with her and take some of him. He's the cutest little guy. But here's the sad part. He's only 5 years old and he has bone cancer. He's lost use of one of his front paws. Their vet said its too far progressed to really do anything but make him comfortable. Gosh it makes me sad to realize that our pets can get taken from us far too soon. So I took a lot of pictures so they could have them. It just doesn't seem right or fair.[sm=sad.gif]

dogslyfe

Posted : 6/17/2006 11:45:31 AM

He is absolutely beautiful. How very sad though. I'm sure you know you're giving her a very priceless thing. wow.

Debbie R

Posted : 6/17/2006 12:02:20 PM

Oh Em, how sad, poor little thing, he is a beauty can we see the painting when you're done. Oh God it makes me sad looking at that little face.
Give him pappy kisses from Brando and Trixe
And me too

ewin0210

Posted : 6/17/2006 12:12:54 PM

Thanks Laura & Debbie. I will definitely post the finished painting. I think the hardest part for me is knowing that this is a very well bred dog. He came from quality lines where not one of thier dogs has had this happen. He has his championship and acheived it before the age of 2. And even with all the careful planning by the breeder and all the hard work by his owner, it can still happen. Nothing is 100% and you just never know.

pofi_pasquale

Posted : 6/17/2006 3:12:00 PM

Heartbreaking. The pictures turned out wonderfully, though, and she will treasure them - he is not only beautiful, but he looks happy and sweet.

Debbie R

Posted : 6/17/2006 3:14:40 PM

Em I could tell right away how well he was bred by his size, ear fringe,face and coat

Kara

Posted : 6/17/2006 10:50:16 PM

What a beautiful little dog. It's so heartbreaking to hear he has that awful cancer.

Benedict

Posted : 6/18/2006 6:18:49 PM

That's so sad. [

] He's a beautiful dog, though, and I am sure you'll do him justice.

Kate

loveukaykay

Posted : 6/18/2006 7:02:15 PM

So pretty! Love the ears.

czzzla

Posted : 6/18/2006 10:53:22 PM

oh my god he is soooooo adorable!! and how sad to hear something bad for a dog. sigh... but in the other hand he's lucky to have a very nice owner.

jennie_c_d

Posted : 6/18/2006 10:59:02 PM

Wow, what a beautiful little dog!

Alice

Posted : 6/19/2006 5:42:56 AM

Heartbreaking =(. Atleast shes going to treasure that painting in memory of him. Beautiful dog =)

ksags411

Posted : 6/19/2006 7:47:17 AM

What a beautiful doggie. Great shots - you really captured the pup's personality. I'm sending good vibes to the owner that the dog remains happy and pain free for it's remaining days....

twelvepaws

Posted : 6/19/2006 8:41:37 AM

That's so sad Emily. What a beautiful little Pap. I'm sure they'll love their girl captured by your talent.

gradyupmybutt

Posted : 6/19/2006 6:27:38 PM

What a handsome boy! It's so sad to hear about him being taken so soon from his family. I second the pappy kisses. Please give him some kisses from me.