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A grinning grandpa with wire glasses holds a scruffy Yorkshire Terrier close for a selfie in front of a wooden porch. 16 / 37

Grandpa Wanted One Nice Selfie. Peanut Gave the Camera a Very Serious Look.

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Cheek to cheek, or close enough. Earl holds Peanut snug against his chest with one arm and leans into the frame, wire-rimmed glasses catching the light, his gray beard framing a wide, proud grin. Peanut gazes straight into the lens with a slightly serious, slightly scruffy expression, her blue and tan fur tousled and her ears flopping in every direction. Behind them stand the wooden porch railing, a potted plant on the steps, a screen door, and a jumble of outdoor odds and ends.

Holding a small dog the right way keeps them feeling secure and protects their back. Supporting the chest with one hand and the hindquarters with the other, rather than lifting under the front legs alone, is the gentle approach recommended for toy breeds. Yorkies are lightweight, and a wriggly jump from arm height can injure them, so a firm, comfortable hold is important. As for pet photos, natural daylight and getting close to the dog's eye level tend to give the best results. Short, relaxed sessions followed by a treat help any dog associate the camera with good things rather than stress.

Earl might not be a professional photographer, but this picture has everything that matters. A happy face, a fuzzy little friend, and a porch full of memories. It is easy to imagine it framed on the fridge before the week is out.

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