Dogtown

It is a dog's life. I have been staking out Plaza De Paws in Burlingame (coolest pet shop in my neighborhood) and I finally met the owner who also is the owner of brand new Dogtown in Palo Alto. Lori is amazing and incredibly kind. She has two adorable pups who were kind enough to model for me and seriously what adorable models they are! We decided we wanted to do something VERY Palo Alto and what could be more Palo Alto then the Stanford Theatre? Shooting in the middle of the day these two pups were superstars. They stayed put even as people walked by. Please stop by Plaza and Dog Town to see some gorgeous canvas prints of these adorable pups! Remember to pick up some amazing fashions and biscuits while you are there then give me a call to photograph your pup!

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Monica Michelle

Itty Bitty and so CUTE!

My two little new friends Bitty and Brooke came over for their modeling session. Bitty was invited to stay forever being a 3 lbs chi. I think my husband's resolve against getting another dog melted as she curled into his arms and hung out until it was her time in front of the camera. There goes his excuse that a small dog would be yappy. Brooke was preened and made gorgeous by her best friend and dedicated caretaker Nanci. Nanci had once tried to explain to me how much work goes into grooming a silky long haired Yorkie. I had no idea just how much work was involved!  Nanci is a brilliant couture dog clothing designer. Be sure to keep on the look out for future shoots. We have some wonderful shoots planned!

Monica Michelle

www.fifilovesfido.com

I found my WOLF!

Ruby, owner of Five Paw a dog bakery in Los Altos Hills, was kind enough to lend me her White German Shepard and her Chi mix. I thought for sure Moki was going to take the stage and edge out little Chico. Who knew how much of a Napoleon complex a 5 lbs dog can have? Moki was a sport and a gentle giant. I can't wait to steal my friend again and do a little red riding hood shoot. Stop by Five Paw and grab some treats for your pooch and of course check out the fabulous photography on their walls!

Monica Michelle

www.fifilovesfido.com

Bella

How much fun is a mini schnauzer?  This beauty assaulted a snake (stuffed animal), climbed on boxes, and an armchair (with permission). This was on of my first puppy portraits indoors. I usually photograph my fluffier clients outside where they can roam free but I decided to try something a little different today. Bella lived up to her name and gave me some truly beautiful portraits!

Monica Michelle

www.fifilovesfido.com

Website Update

I just finished photographing the cutest Papillion! Tyler has inspired me to update my website. Take a look www.fifilovesfido.com

Tyler was kind enough to let me photograph him all over Palo Alto's University Ave. We got a few strange looks when I laid down on the sidewalk (never say I am not committed to getting the shot) and meowing (it got his attention). Perhaps in Berkeley I would have been a little more normal. In Palo Alto I think some will look twice when I walk down the street!

Pet fairs

Walking past adoption fairs is VERY dangerous. I fall in love quickly and intensely! Being kitten season my husband and I stumbled on an adoption fair in Berkeley. Each cage contained a small bit of playful fluff. SO tempting to bring one home. My husband gently reminds me that we have two large dogs that in loving gestures would probably terrify anything that small. I am sure he's right but I am still having heart palpitations over a little orange and cream kitten named Jack.

I am so excited for next week. I have four of my first clients set up! Soon the site will be full of dozens of different pups!

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Raise Your Paw if You Can Help

Every new business can use a leg up. Here are some fun things you can do to help!

* We need more puppy portraits (and ferrets and horses and anyone else with scales, hooves, paws, feathers, or whiskers) who would like to be photographed. For the next month we will be doing our sessions for $150 including 4x6 proofs of the session if the session is booked before 6.07.08. Call me today 650.393.4262 or 510.432.0371, sign a model release for your pet, and pow instant pet celebrity!

* We need to find pet charities. If you or someone you know runs Rocket Dog or other responsible charities dedicated to finding forever homes, please introduce. We would like to donate 10% of our sitting fees to a charity we can partner with. 

*Speaking of personal intros can you dig deep into your filo fax and introduce us to owners of high end pet boutiques, veterinarians, et. Fifi Loves Fido will be willing to do a free session for the owner and give prints to the owner at cost that will be hanging in a preapproved establishment. 

Thank you in advance for your help!

Monica MIchelle

www.fifilovesfido.com

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