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Pet Story Project
by Colleen Phelon Hall
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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Jan 195 min read
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#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 5, 20242 min read
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Cat Mural tells story of how “It was meant to be" that Bowers found his forever home.
Mural of Rescue Cat from Richmond SPCA
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Jul 19, 20232 min read
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Mural at the Richmond SPCA
Given my 28 years as a professional artist focused mainly on murals, I was thrilled to combine my passion for mural painting with my...
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Jul 18, 20231 min read
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"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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Mar 27, 20235 min read
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Want to Play???
We all know that look...the one that says, "Want to Play?" If you are like me, those warm puppy dog eyes staring up at you in this...
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Nov 12, 20221 min read
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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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Oct 25, 20215 min read
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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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Feb 15, 20211 min read
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Even miles apart, he is there for her.
When I prompted folks for a word to describe their dogs, Lisa responded with “Devoted” to describe her daughter Kaylee’s dog, Cody. Even...
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Feb 12, 20212 min read
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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 6, 20201 min read
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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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Oct 5, 20203 min read
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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 28, 20201 min read
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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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Sep 21, 20202 min read
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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 31, 20202 min read
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Dogs really connect us
One of the best things about social media is reconnecting with friends from your childhood. My friend Andrea lived down the street and...
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Aug 13, 20201 min read
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Follow the sunbeams around the house and take naps.
Here is a light post (pardon the pun) for the #PetStoryProject. Thanks to Courtney for sharing about her dog, Effie, who functions as a...
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Aug 13, 20201 min read
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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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Aug 3, 20202 min read
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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 27, 20202 min read
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"God sent you this puppy."
Thanks to Antoinette for sharing her moving story about her rescue dog, Toby. Her kindness was repaid with his loyal and dutiful love to...
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Jun 20, 20201 min read
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First impressions can be misleading
Thanks to Ashley for sharing about her rescue dog, Sissy. It is a great reminder that first impressions can often be misleading and there...
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Jun 16, 20201 min read
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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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