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Sadie, Appa & Korra’s Session at Cypress Grove Park | Orlando Pet Photography

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17 Feb
Lindsay and Aimee kneeling with Sadie, Korra, and Appa beneath oak trees draped in Spanish moss at Cypress Grove Park.

A brisk December morning at Cypress Grove Park delivered the perfect backdrop for Sadie, Appa, and Korra’s session. The light was soft, the lake was calm, and the oak trees framed everything in classic Florida beauty.

Lindsay and Aimee wanted photos of all of them together, and that sense of togetherness shaped the entire morning.

Sadie, a 15-year-old merle Aussie mix, sitting on grass at Cypress Grove Park in Orlando during her pet photography session.
Close-up portrait of Sadie the senior Aussie mix with perked ears and bright eyes at Cypress Grove Park.

Sadie, a 15-year-old merle Aussie mix, is the definition of gentle. She moves slowly these days and prefers a relaxed pace, so we built the session around her comfort. She soaked up the attention, leaning into pets and lifting her ears every time she heard her mom’s voice. There’s something especially meaningful about photographing a senior dog who has grown up alongside her person. Sadie has been with Aimee since college, and that history shows in the quiet way they look at each other.

Appa, a black sable German Shepherd, sitting in front of oak trees at Cypress Grove Park in Orlando.
Close-up of Appa the German Shepherd with alert ears during his outdoor pet photography session.

Appa brought the energy. An eight-year-old German Shepherd with a black sable coat, he is equal parts athlete and goofball with a major case of FOMO. His beloved ball made several appearances, and we embraced it. We made sure to capture the bond that began when Lindsay welcomed him home while grieving a beloved dog. Appa has clearly filled that space with joy.

Korra, a golden retriever, sitting in the grass at Cypress Grove Park during her Orlando pet photography session.
Playful close-up of Korra the golden retriever licking her nose at Cypress Grove Park.

Korra, their five-year-old golden retriever and “Covid puppy,” balanced everything out. She’s eager to please, playful, and happiest when she’s close. While new places can make her a little nervous, she settled in beautifully with her moms nearby. Some of the most special moments of the session were Korra climbing into a lap for a quick snuggle before heading off to play again.

Aimee and Lindsay with Sadie, Appa, and Korra on a dock at Cypress Grove Park in Orlando, Florida.
Lindsay and Aimee posing with their three dogs in front of lush greenery at Cypress Grove Park pet photography session.
Aimee hugging Sadie, her 15-year-old merle Aussie mix, during their pet photography session at Cypress Grove Park in Orlando.
Lindsay and Aimee sitting on a park bench with Sadie, Appa, and Korra during their Orlando pet photography session.

We explored the open fields and tree-lined paths, highlighting the natural Florida scenery Lindsay and Aimee love. The combination of golden grass, sprawling oaks, and lakeside views gave us variety while keeping the focus where it belonged: on three very loved dogs and the women who adore them.

Korra the golden retriever giving Lindsay a kiss while Aimee smiles beside them at Cypress Grove Park.
Lindsay and Aimee standing with their three dogs along a tree-lined path at Cypress Grove Park in Orlando, Florida.
Lindsay and Aimee walking with Sadie, Appa, and Korra on a shaded path at Cypress Grove Park in Orlando.

If you’ve been thinking about professional photos with your pets, consider this your sign. Choose a place that feels like home, bring their favorite toy, and let us handle the rest. We’d love to help you create images that feel just as warm and personal as this beautiful December morning at Cypress Grove Park.

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