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Pet Story Project
by Colleen Phelon Hall
petstoryproject
Jan 195 min read
Rescue dog becomes a therapy dog.
A touching story of a rescue dog who quickly trained his owners and became a therapy dog that helped so many!
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Mar 5, 20242 min read
#Dipperisthebestboy
It has been a while since I have been able to post to my PetStoryProject, Passion projects often get put on the back burner while I...
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Mar 27, 20235 min read
"He never let his loss of vision hinder his enjoyment of living."
Recently, my dog, Coconut, lost his vision. It happened suddenly and I was terribly upset and worried about how we could adjust and...
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Oct 16, 20222 min read
"You're doing the right thing...it's time."
After a long pause in my posts, I am pleased to restart things by sharing this #MemorialMonday post. Losing a "pet" is raw and relatable....
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Oct 24, 20215 min read
The Transformation of Mean Man Murphy...and the whole neighborhood
Thanks to Ashley, tonight's #MemorialMonday post is a beautiful tribute to the many transformations that take place when a dog enters...
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Jun 6, 20213 min read
She filled a great void in our hearts with incredible love.
I resume my Memorial Monday’s posts tonight thanks Jason. Losing a dog is never easy, but during Covid, not being able to be there with...
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petstoryproject
Mar 21, 20212 min read
I have his ashes on my dresser.
Thanks to Jason for sharing about your Max for our #MemorialMonday for the #PetStoryProject. "Maximus K. (Keuhnelian - my wife’s maiden...
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Feb 22, 20212 min read
She will be loved and missed forever
I had the wonderful opportunity to do a portrait of Robin's two beautiful Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. I was so sad to hear of...
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Feb 15, 20211 min read
She was a reminder that life deserves to be celebrated
On this #MemorialMonday I thank Corinne for sharing the many lessons she learned from her dear Gypsie. "For a Golden Retriever, life is...
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petstoryproject
Oct 5, 20201 min read
Parenthood training via Dachsunds
If you haven't had a chance to read October 5th's #MemorialMonday post for the #PetStoryProject, I hope you will take a few minutes to do...
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Oct 4, 20203 min read
Another teachable moment- thanks to this dynamic duo for the parental training.
Thanks to Kristin for sharing this wonderful story about her experience as a pet parent and I think a lot of folks can relate to this...
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Sep 27, 20201 min read
I knew that this little black puppy was mine. Or maybe that I was hers.
For this #MemorialMonday for the #PetStoryProject, I thank Selena for sharing her story about her beloved Dot. Last week's post was about...
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Sep 20, 20202 min read
We learned it's not ok to "swallow our feelings."
Thanks to my dear friend Jodie for sharing her lovely tribute to her dear Zig for this #MemorialMonday for my #PetStoryProject. "Sir...
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petstoryproject
Sep 13, 20202 min read
The dog of my heart.
Thank you to Chrissy, my dear friend and apartment-mate from our University of Richmond days for sharing this beautiful tribute to her...
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petstoryproject
Sep 12, 20201 min read
National Pet Memorial Day
Today is National Pet Memorial Day. Those of us who have loved and lost a pet know that the impact they have on us is deep and...
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Aug 30, 20202 min read
Millie has taught me not to take our time for granted.
On this #MemorialMonday, I want to thank Devonee for sharing this beautiful tribute about her Millie for the #PetStoryProject. While her...
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Aug 2, 20202 min read
Letting go of her was the hardest thing I have ever done.
Losing a furry family member is a heartbreaking experience but it is all the more difficult when we have to watch our children go through...
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petstoryproject
Jul 26, 20202 min read
Even their departures have something to teach us.
Thank you to Heather for sharing her beautiful and moving tribute to Phoebe (center picture) and Windsor. “As much as we talk about...
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Jul 12, 20201 min read
"When I got divorced, he was my best best friend."
Memorial Mondays, I would like to highlight stories about some of our furry family members who have passed away. Thanks to Angie for...
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Jun 8, 20202 min read
Henry's Smile
Today is World Pet Memorial Day, I thought that perhaps we could all use some comfort and joy in our lives. I wanted to share Linda's...
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About the Project
The Pet Story Project is a collaborative art project designed by artist Colleen Phelon Hall to create connection with a community of pet lovers through storytelling and art. Colleen prompts people to submit stories about their relationships with their furry family members along with a photograph.
Colleen gathers these stories and creates artwork inspired by the vulnerability of the shared stories. This is an archive of love letters.
~ Colleen Phelon Hall
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