Pet Parade

He needed rescuing and our family did too after the long illness and eventual goodbye to our other dog months before. Although Bailey could never be replaced in our hearts, we are a “pet family” and that summer without one was odd, out of step, a little too quiet. So by fall along came Sam, a six year old golden retriever who was rejected because of his intense fear of thunderstorms. Although a bit skittish, the pool brings him joy and with a sweet spirit he moved into our lives for good at just the right time.

Fast forward six years and we are rescued again as my youngest daughter prepares to go off to college. While the “empty nest” is a happy, logical new chapter for us, the transition will be made a bit easier by my older daughter’s red cat.  Casey is staying with us this year while my older daughter works and lives where she cannot have pets. The new cat and dog duo get along well and have provided much laughter.  Pets seem to sense when they are needed most, a wagging tail , easy walks with now elderly Sam, a cat’s purr, batting at favorite toys, while both loudly asking for daily treats. 

Summertime is a season of change, but also parades of many kinds.  Along with my blog friend Gayle, we have periodically organized a simple online

 “Pet Parade”, inviting everyone to post photos of their pets.

Today as it marches here at Shutter Sisters, I encourage you to post a photo of your pet, all types, shapes or sizes are welcome. Or perhaps you might post one that you dream of having or even a photo paying tribute to a pet no longer here but held close in your memory.

Let the parade begin…

Image and words courtesy of Honorary Sister/ Guest Blogger Elaine Kean (known affectionately as ELK) of Red or Gray.

Comments

[Michelle]

I found our current "partner in crime" on Craigslist. He was a rescue dog that was found tied up in front of a shelter. We named him Truman: http://www.flickr.com/photos/50099518@N05/4845579358/

My son adored him then: http://www.flickr.com/photos/50099518@N05/4844889137/in/set-72157624619657526/
and now: http://www.flickr.com/photos/50099518@N05/4844889137/in/set-72157624619657526/

We've had other great canine companions in the past who still have a place in my heart: http://www.flickr.com/photos/50099518@N05/4844888943/in/set-72157624619657526/

[AnnGeeDee]

Here's our little fella - always underfoot and ready with the meowing as soon as the alarm goes off every morning: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40070449@N08/4383951424/in/set-72157623122903804/

[patty]

truly, i don't know that there is anything else that can improve the quality of life than a pet who loves unconditionally...

http://www.findingserendipity.com/four-legged-family-members/

[kath]

My sister posted today about her Charlie with a link to a post that will warm all our hearts

http://www.soeursdujour.com/2010/07/dog.html

[Dottie]

Cat!

Since you insist, here is a shot of my kitty Chloe taken with my vintage SLR. She looks quite ragamuffinesque here :)

http://dreamcamera.tumblr.com/post/859148596/cat-on-film

[WorthIt!]

Meet Maxine. We brought her home in February and she's become one of my favorite subjects. Here's one of my favorites from one of her first trips to the beach.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/52055227@N07/4846905124/

[bridge]

Oh ELK so happy to see you here!!! your photography has been inspiring me and helping me se things in a new way when pointing my camera.

[Kate]

My dog on vacation last week in Maine:
http://katespictureaday.blogspot.com/2010/08/weekly-dose-of-george.html
He's the George Clooney of border collies (and his name is George). And the love of our lives.