Legacy Tails by Janell

08/28/2026

Today is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, and we wanted to do something for the pets who are on our minds this year, Baxter included.

This year, we're planting a memorial tree for any pet you've loved and lost, and it's completely on us. No cost, no catch, just a living place set aside in their name, growing right alongside Baxter's own tree. It felt like the right way to spend a day that's about remembering.

You can claim yours right now at https://lovebaxter.com/remembrance/

We understand what it's like to love an older pet and to face what comes with that. If you need support or community, follow us at Love, Baxter 🧡

08/24/2026

Grief after losing a pet doesn't always look like crying.

Sometimes it looks like staring at the wall because your brain won't settle on one thought long enough to finish it. That's still grief. It's just the version nobody warns you about.

You don't need the right words for this. Not having them is proof enough of how much it's costing you.

How are you holding up today? Let us know in the comments.

We understand what it's like to love an older pet and to face what comes with that. If you need support or community, follow us at Love, Baxter 🧡

08/24/2026

A complete guide to the stages of grief after pet loss: what each stage feels like, how long it lasts, and how to find your way through.

08/15/2026

08/11/2026

Moving forward doesn't mean leaving your pet behind.

Moving on sounds like something you'd do without them. Moving forward means bringing them with you, into every new day, every new walk, everything that comes next.

They don't stop being part of your life just because your life keeps going. They're still up there, still watching, still part of the "us."

Leave a 🧡 in the comments if you still feel your departed pet’s presence.

We understand what it's like to love an older pet and to face what comes with that. If you need support or community, follow us at Love, Baxter 🧡

08/08/2026

Snow White

Snow White, lovingly called “Lil Snow,” was rescued from neighbors who could no longer care for her. At around three years old, she’s the youngest member of the family, bringing endless curiosity and energy wherever she goes. She follows her family from room to room and even comes when they call her name. Through these portraits, I wanted to preserve both her playful spirit and the deep sense of belonging she has found.
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Legacy Tails by Janell

08/08/2026

Zoey

At 11 years old, Zoey has spent nearly her entire life beside her family. Adopted as the smallest puppy in her litter at just eight weeks old, she has become a constant source of comfort and companionship. Her family shared that she stayed by her owner’s side through pregnancies, surgeries, and life’s most difficult seasons. Photographing Zoey, I wanted to capture the quiet loyalty in her eyes—the kind of devotion that needs no words.
Just Janell Photography
Legacy Tails by Janell
The Tilly Project

08/08/2026

Daisy 🌼

Daisy was rescued from a farm in New Mexico nearly 18 years ago. Although her beginning in life was uncertain, she found a family who cherished her completely. They describe her as gentle and affectionate, always ready to curl up on someone’s chest, offer her signature scratchy kisses, or spend hours cuddled beside her best friend, Lavie. My goal was to photograph the tenderness that has defined her long and well-loved life.
Just Janell Photography
Legacy Tails by Janell
The Tilly Project

08/08/2026

From a recent photoshoot: Meet Zoey, Daisy, and Snow White

A Love Worth Remembering

As a pet photographer, I’ve learned that the most meaningful portraits aren’t just about creating beautiful images. They’re about preserving the quiet moments that often go unnoticed—the gentle look between a pet and their family, the comfort of a familiar touch, and the love that has grown over years together.

Many of the animals featured in this collection are in their senior years or nearing the end of their lives. These sessions are about honoring the bond they share with the people who love them. Every gray muzzle, every whisker, and every embrace tells a story that deserves to be remembered.

This family welcomed me into their home and trusted me to document the companions who have shaped so much of their lives. I hope these photographs preserve not only their appearances, but also the memories, personalities, and unconditional love that make them family.
Just Janell Photography
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Legacy Tails by Janell
Love, Baxter

08/03/2026

This is Sophie. She turned 16 in April.

Happy National Senior Pet Day from all of us. Sophie has Cushing’s, dementia, and some other health issues, but she still gets up every day to chase birds at the beach and park. We spend our days making sure she’s happy, and it takes a lot of work. Sixteen years is a long time for someone to shape your daily life.

Here’s what we want every senior pet parent to know today. Many things that seem like normal aging are not. Often, a vet can treat or slow them down, and it’s surprising how often we miss the signs.

🐶 In dogs:

In a survey of pet parents with dogs over 7, 75% had noticed at least one behavior change linked to cognitive decline, and only 12% had mentioned it to their vet.

A 2026 study X-rayed 30 dogs with no known joint problems, and 18 of them had arthritis.

In prevalence research on dogs over 8, 14.2% met the criteria for cognitive dysfunction, while 1.9% had the diagnosis.

🐱 In cats:

A 2026 study screened cats 12 and up whose pet parents believed they were healthy. 80 turned out to have kidney disease, and 49 of those had never been diagnosed.

Older imaging research found arthritis in roughly 90% of cats over 12, and only 4% had ever had arthritis mentioned by a pet parent or a vet.

The same 2026 study found 56 cats with high blood pressure. Two of them had been caught before.

None of this is your fault, not for the pet you have now, and not for the one you’ve already said goodbye to. Cats don’t limp; they just stop doing things, and you can’t spot high blood pressure from the couch. The best thing you can do is mention any small changes at your next vet visit and ask them to check.

Now for the part we’re most excited about. Share a photo in the comments of a senior pet who’s with you now, or one you’ve said goodbye to. Both are welcome here, and we’ll be reading all day.

We know what it’s like to love an older pet and to face everything that comes with it. If you need support or want to connect, follow us at Love, Baxter 🧡