You know, these dogs really had me going.

I first met Kin and Star in February’s Best Paw Forward dog training class, which is Pensacola’s premier obedience program. They were standout students, absolutely nailing every command and gesture. It was so impressive! (I’m really resisting a “teacher’s pet” joke right now… it’s hard.) And what’s even more incredible: their handlers are boys in the 5th and 7th grades! I was absolutely stunned that boys so young had trained these dogs to be so obedient!

So, when it came time for their session, I was actually a little concerned that we’d only get posed shots, simply because the dogs were so good at being told what to do! I wasn’t sure how well their personalities would shine through.

Ha!

These dogs were a total joy to work with. Turns out, when they’re not in class, they’re just as full of energy and personality as any other dog. Kin is the purebred golden retriever, and boy is she gorgeous! Star is the slightly-smaller golden retriever mix, and her owners rescued her about a year ago. She’s one lucky pup! In the first picture,  Star is on the left and Kin is on the right.

Enjoy the pictures!

I told you! Gorgeous!

I’ll call you soon, Rebecca! It should only take me a few months to go through the rest of the photos! :)

~   Dog Photography in Pensacola, FL by Allison Shamrell   ~

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