17 Inspiring Photo Series That Celebrate the Unique Beauty of Shelter Animals

Many focus on shelter animals that are particularly overlooked, like seniors and those with black fur.

The Gift of Golden Years by Stacey Gammon

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Stacey Gammon

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Stacey Gammon

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Stacey Gammon

 

My Old Dog: Rescued Pets with Remarkable Second Acts by  Laura T. Coffey and Lori Fusaro

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Laura T. Coffey and Lori Fusaro

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Laura T. Coffey and Lori Fusaro

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Laura T. Coffey and Lori Fusaro

 

Limited Edition by Sydney Dogs and Cats Home

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Sydney Dogs and Cats Home

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Sydney Dogs and Cats Home

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Sydney Dogs and Cats Home

 

Black Cat Project by Casey Elise

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Casey Elise

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Casey Elise

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Casey Elise

 

While some are just plain silly!

Model Dog Series by Po Psu Ta Moda

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Po Psu Ta Moda

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Po Psu Ta Moda

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Po Psu Ta Moda

 

Heartthrobs and Hound Dogs by Ricki Beason

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Ricki Beason

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Ricki Beason

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Ricki Beason

 

Poetic Dogs by Dan Bannino

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Dan Bannino

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Dan Bannino

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Dan Bannino

 

Star Wars Shelter Animals by Rohit Saxena

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Rohit Saxena

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Rohit Saxena

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Rohit Saxena

 

Humorous Pet Photos by  Elke Vogelsang

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Elke Vogelsang

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Elke Vogelsang

Animal Shelter Dogs Rescue Animals Pet Photos

Photo: Elke Vogelsang

No matter the aesthetic, each project aims to promote pet adoption and improve the lives of the adorable and adoptable animals.

Related Articles:

Intimate Portraits of Animal Shelter Volunteers Reveal a Heartwarming Bond

Heartbreaking Paintings of Deceased Shelter Dogs

Man Gives Shelter Dogs Free Haircuts So They Can Find Forever Homes

Expressive Portraits Reveal the Quirky Human-Like Qualities of Different Dogs

Page 2/2

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou was a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
Become a
My Modern Met Member
As a member, you'll join us in our effort to support the arts.
Become a Member
Explore member benefits

Sponsored Content