Shelter Puppies
Photography and text by Michael Kloth
I made these portraits while volunteering with animal shelters, photographing puppies as they explored, played, and waited for homes. The book brings together their photographs and stories.
Merrell Publishers · 2011 · English · Hardcover
ISBN 9781858945606
“All puppies are cute, but these photos, I think, really go beyond cute. They go to something incredibly soulful.”
Getting to know the puppies
Shelter Puppies includes more than 60 portraits of puppies awaiting adoption, from small breeds to larger dogs and the many mixes in between. Their photographs and stories grew out of my volunteer work with animal shelters.
I followed Shelter Cats with this book in 2011. Both projects came from photographing animals in shelters and sharing something about the individuals waiting there. I continue that work in Tucson alongside my commissioned pet portraits.
Find a copy
You can look for Shelter Puppies through booksellers offering new and used copies. Check the listing for the edition, condition, price, and shipping before ordering.
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Photographing your dog
I photograph dogs with professional studio lighting at your location or outdoors. We’ll discuss your dog’s temperament, mobility, and the setting during your pre-session consultation so I can prepare before we meet.
Shelter Cats
Explore the cat portraits that preceded Shelter Puppies, including the German-language edition.
