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In a nutshell, what does Paw Prints do?

We provide pet photography for dog sport events, dog gatherings, and some people events. Action photos, portraits, fund-raising events, and all-natural pet foods!

Who owns Paw Prints?

Virgil Sweeden, a professional photographer with over 30 years’ experience, is the owner. Virgil has a master’s degree in fine arts and has experience photographing everything from dogs and cats and people to sporting events, architecture, biomedical subjects, and much more.

Working with Virgil is his partner, Rebecca Forrest. Besides her Paw Prints work, Rebecca runs a company of her own. Check it out at Forrest Design. She also publishes her own poetry and fiction at RebeccaForrest.

Where does Paw Prints work?

Portraits are available at Virgil and Rebecca’s Dayton location (about 5 miles north of the Dayton Mall), at regional dog events, or at the location of your choice.

Action photography is available at dog events in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and beyond.

Call or email Virgil to make an appointment or get more info.

Does Paw Prints accept credit cards?

Yes, MC/Visa/Discover. Also checks and money orders, and of course cash. Make checks payable to Paw Prints.

Are gift certificates available?

Definitely. Check out Gift Certificates.

What products are available?

Check out Products.

Serving Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Infinity, and Beyond

What services does Paw Prints provide to for-profit businesses?

Groomers, boutique owners, dog trainers, doggy spas, daycares, boarders, and vets, click here to go to the business income model page. Find out how scheduling a photo day for your clients can produce income before, on, and weeks after the day of the event. Guaranteed to increase your “door swings”!

What about services for nonprofits, fund raisers, and benefits?

Pet rescues, event planners, and doggy fund raisers, add a fun vendor to your event and increase attendance and revenue! Click here to go to the nonprofit income model page.

Does Paw Prints work on location?

Some pets just don’t like to go places and pose. They prefer to relax in familiar surroundings and have the photographer come to them. No problem! We will come to your favorite spot to make a memorable portrait.

Wireless lighting means quick and easy setup without disturbing your home. Digital photography means instant review and selection of your favorites.

Prints are made by hand, by Virgil personally. Orders are mailed about two weeks after the shoot.

How about weddings—people weddings?

Yes, we photograph weddings. Check the Other Events page for some recent examples.

Call or email for pricing and packages. Virgil and Rebecca would love to make your day extra memorable for you!

And what about agility, obedience, rally trials, and national specialties?

Agility, obedience, rally, and national specialties are a tremendous amount of fun. The photography is a challenge, but the rewards are great.

Paw Prints hasn’t yet photographed flyball or disc dog events, but we’re interested. If you are involved in these or other activities and could help get an event scheduled, please call or email Virgil.

There is no cost to the sponsoring club for trial coverage. Images are ready to review on site, and photo orders are usually fulfilled within two weeks. Call or email Virgil to arrange outstanding coverage of your trials.

Does Paw Prints have animal friends?

Yes, we share our lives with three dogs and a cat: Logan, a 6-year-old former racing greyhound,has been with us since 2008. He’s a brindle. Zelda, another former racer, arrived here in Mar 2009. She’s a black 2-year-old greyhound. Jordie, a 2-year-old brindle greyhound is our newest. We got him in June 2010. There’s also Lucy, a friendly gray/brown tabby cat.

Click here to see pictures of Virgil and Rebecca’s dogs. Click here for pictures from Virgil and Rebecca’s commitment ceremony.

What sets Paw Prints apart?

You can freely reproduce any Paw Prints images for your private personal use.

All Paw Prints prints are carefully color corrected, sharpened, and manually cropped for the best quality image.

At each session and during each action run, I take several shots. You always have plenty to choose from. I want you to be delighted with your prints or your digital images. If you’re not happy, you’re not obligated to buy.

Paw Prints keeps images on file, and you can always email or call me later to order more prints or a CD.

For more information on what makes Paw Prints different, click here.