Celebration of Life sessions are never easy. But this one really hit home. This would be my first Celebration of Life session for a dog that I had already worked with before. And yes, I cried a lot.

Tayah of Bauwauhaus Dog Training in Seattle reached out to me on a Thursday afternoon about her senior pup, Miso. She was preparing to say good bye in a little over a week and wanted a photo shoot to be a part of their epic last week together.

If you're considering a session for your pet who may be aged or ailing, continue reading to learn more about what a Celebration of Life session is like and how they can be an important part in starting the grieving process.

Whether you've had photos done for yourself or never had a professional photo session, having a dog photography experience is a bit different. Let’s take a look at how to prepare!