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.

Senior dogs are some of the sweetest, most lovable souls. And Bentley was no exception. Read about why his mom scheduled a session and how it went.

While I believe all dogs deserve to have their memories beautifully preserved in photographs, seniors will always hold a special place in my heart.