Pet Portraits by Jeanne Taylor

NEW !! Portrait of the Month - January 2012

Anyone who knows me or has even previewed my bio knows I am heavily committed to animal rescue. Some of my best friends have four legs (to you two-legged ones, and you know who you are, no offense intended).

When I get to know a dog on a personal level through the Humane Society of Fairfax County (as happens with the long-time residents) and they become a part of me, and they are then adopted into a most loving and amazing home, nothing - and I mean NOTHING - makes my heart happier. Such is the case with Valentino. He was a young and frightened man-shy stray living on his own in a lakeside community. He survived a brutal winter outdoors and was then rescued and taken into HSFC's care. HSFC truly is a blessing as a no-kill facility. Val resided with HSFC for a little over a year and then the stars aligned and he landed a home in North Arlington with two gentle human brothers, and very devoted (work-from-home) dog-parents. He has constant companionship, the best food and treats, a lovely home and yard, social visits with dog and human friends, and frequent trips to parks for long walks. But mostly, he has become a part of a beautiful family in a way I'm sure he never imagined he could be in his little dog mind.

Updated photos are regularly posted to Facebook.