Any pet owner who has lost their furry friend knows how devastating it can be.
It’s not an overstatement to say that a beloved member of the family is now gone.
When the pang of grief hits, photos and videos can help remind someone of the good times shared.
Her poignant portraits show people saying goodbye to their dogs, cats, and rats.
Smith-Kennedy was inspired to offer this service after experiencing the sudden loss of her cat, Tilly.
The photographer spends up to an hour with each family as they say goodbye.
Smith-Kennedy is based in the Portland, Maine, area.
Photographer Lauren Smith-Kennedy captures end-of-life photos that give people an opportunity to say goodbye to their pets.
