for those who didn’t catch Bridie’s sneak-peek earlier, this is Bridie … cairn-terrier extraordinaire … … sweet old lady … but don’t call her “old” to her face or you might just get the cold shoulder! feisty and spirited like any terrier worth their salt … … but mostly what you should know about Bridie...
Just a few kind words from a few of our many kind clients … Words cannot express how much we appreciate your very moving blog entry to honor Bridie. The photos you selected capture her so well; we are deeply touched by your comments about our relationship with her. It is clear that you...
meet the newest member of Harriet and Tom’s household … little Sadie … she’s a saucy little handful … some of you may remember Bridie, Harriet and Tom’s previous cairn whom they lost several months ago … well, this little wild girl is keeping both Harriet and Tom on their toes as they teach her...
i’ve been corresponding this week with Harriet, mom of sweet Bridie, over how to cope with the loss of her sweet girl recently. when i met this sweet little girl last summer for her photo shoot, she was actually in renal failure and had just gotten out of the vet hospital after a several-day stay. ...
Bridie was a beautiful dog and I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is like losing part of your family, but without you who knows what type of life the dog would have had. Knowing you gave a dog a safe loving home is a wonderful thing. Thanks to your caring, Bridie had a wonderful life.ReplyCancel
It is a such a miserable time. I never stop missing my old boy and girl but it’s wonderful to have those photos of our very special friends. When they’re a bit older, it’s good to have some images of them in their own home and garden, being with their family, doing the things that make them happy and comfortable.ReplyCancel
Words cannot express the very moving blog that you have done, Illona, to honour Bridie. The photos you selected capture her so well; we are really touched by your comments about our relationship with her. It is clear that you understand what we are going through in losing our beloved Bridie – and that helps so much.
We are grateful to Bridie for so many things – among them – bringing you into our lives and introducing us to “scruffy dog magic”. We have always loved the photos that you have done – now they bring us comfort as we mourn the loss of our special girl.
Big hugs for all you are doing to help us honour Bridie.
So sad, they seem to come in waves eh? Simply wonderful images as usual. I must see those “woods” one day.
Anna
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you might remember Bridie … you first met this feisty little girl here, three months ago, when she was in renal failure. well, with much love and diligence on the part of owners Harriet and Tom and their vets, Bridie is still going strong. when Harriet mentioned to me back in July that she’d like...
I had the honour of being Bridie’s dogsitter when mom and dad were at work. She was one of the sweetest dogs I’ve ever watched and was loved by all who met her. She loved to boss me around, loved her treats and loved sunning herself on my deck. She is missed so very much but I know firsthand what a blessed life this little sweetheart had. She was definitely one of the lucky ones. Love the pictures Ilona, you are incredible talented.ReplyCancel
i’m often asked why it is i do what i do, especially after a pretty successful, twenty-year career as a novelist. i guess there are a number of reasons, the bulk of which i won’t bore you with … but the main reason for scruffy dog photography, the purpose behind it, the passion and the...
Tom and I wanted to say thank you so much to all of you who posted comments in response to Illona’s amazing shots of our Bridie. Your words have been a huge comfort. Illona was so sensitive to Bridie and her needs – Bridie really responded to Illona. Just to let you all know Bridie is holding her own and we are enjoying every moment possible with her. We are incredibly grateful to Illona for capturing our sweet and feisty girl in photos.
Yes to be sure, doG bless those strong little terriers! It brings tears to my eyes that she may not be with her owners long but I am thrilled they took the time to have the photos done by you. You have a special eye for your shots and these will be very near and dear to their hearts I am sure.ReplyCancel
So much love is portrayed here illona. You have captured so much emotion and power in these two shots I can’t wait to see the rest of them.
All my best to Harriet and Tom. A dog like Bridie can only bring joy and love to a family. I love the terrier heart, may it beat in your memories forever……ReplyCancel
I’m so glad you were there to capture this outing..and that she rebounded with enough energy for the shoot.
Sweet sweet dog.. I love that top one, and how your really low perspective makes her look like the queen she no doubt is!
Big dog slobbery kisses from my two boys to her humans Harriet and Tom.ReplyCancel
Poor Bridie – the Cushings and the renal failure. 🙁 But having just spent a couple days with my aunt and uncle, and their Cairn Terrier, my thoughts and understanding of the terrier heart are rejuvenated. Theirs (Lucy) is 11 and doesn’t show any signs of aging, except a few gray hairs on her chin, and a slightly more calm demeanor than when she was a youngster. Otherwise, she’s as spunky and filled with Terrier-ness as ever! GREAT little dog!!! I hope Bridie and her people enjoy every minute they have together (as I suspect they will)!!!ReplyCancel
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Beautiful photos and story. My beaglet has Cushings; I’m taking all the time in the world to take as many photos as I can of her silly face.
These are so beautiful and moving! They made me tear up and wish I’d known and been able to hire you to take photos of Meg when we still had her and she was able to walk around. What a treasure for this family.
This gave me goose bumps. Such loving care taken to capture the essence of this wonderful little dog. Well done illona and please give my best to the Bridie’s people. They are lucky to be owned by such a plucky little dog!
My family’s first dog was a Cairn Terrier, Skylar. He was 14 yrs when he passed and it happened very quickly. (24 hours) I wish I had great pictures like these to remember him by. My thoughts are with Harriet and Tom.
omg the first picture of Birdie with the ball is just fantastic! I just love the senior shoots 🙂
Oh, how I love Cairns and Bridie is a doll. Gorgeous shoot, Illona!
I absolutely adore your shots!! I would love to bring my dog to do a photoshoot if i live close by, but i’m on east coast US…bummer!
sigh. being the owner of a cairn terrier (MOKI) myself, this post made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. absolutely wonderful images, illona.
a cairn terrier and a ball are matches made in heaven. not matter how tired they may be, there is always still time for the ball. 🙂
thanks for starting my day off with a smile.
Lovely shots – I love how you capture the human-animal bond so beautifully. They all tell such a sweet story!
Lovely shots of a cutie! My faves are the look-up from among the red-shoe-clad feet of her humans & the shot of her head from behind–love those dark ear-tips 🙂
Do you think they bought that carpet (in the last shots) for the way it complements her coat??! (if so, good plan in my book!)
Great shots, Illona! What a great spirit in that dog!