ACN : Day Two

Today after discussing the project with a couple of photographers I realized something very important. Though I do care, very much, about the animals that we come upon, I cannot get involved. I need to remember and stay focused on the fact that I am there to make photos. I'm glad I realized this early on, not four months down the road.

That being said, more dogs were helped today. More straw, chow and affection. The more I go out, the more I want to stay out.

Here are some frames from the day :

If you're thinking about getting an animal, PLEASE go to a rescue. There are so many animals in need of good homes. Don't support breeders and mills.

Michigan Animal Adoption Network

And if you've got that animal already... Sit on the floor, play with them and love them.

ACN : Day One

Yesterday was my first day out with the Michigan Animal Adoption Network/Animal Care Network. The day started rather slow with refreshing some straw, a few bowls of food and boxes of chow to some owners. Vaccination education , clinic information and the progression of the mini mini-van entourage through Pontiac. As the day progressed, each call got worse and worse. Starting out with aggressive dogs that needed a bit of food to completely emaciated animals which hardly had the strength to stand. Lying, aggressive owners and poor animals in dire need of help.

It was an intense first day.