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Smiling grandmother in a floral apron poses for a close selfie on a porch with a happy, scruffy Jack Russell Terrier. 18 / 40

Abuela Held Up Her Phone for a Quick Porch Selfie. Chispa Was Ready Before Her.

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Two big smiles, one porch and absolutely no need for a second take. Abuela Rosa leans in close for a selfie, her face crinkled with joy, gray hair blowing loose from its bun and a small gold earring peeking out. She wears a soft blue shirt under her floral apron. Right beside her cheek, Chispa sits tall with her wiry white and tan coat sticking up in every direction, mouth open in a happy pant that looks exactly like a grin. Behind them, the porch rail, a screen door, a potted plant and a pair of gardening gloves tucked on a ledge set the cozy, homey scene.

Getting a great photo with a dog takes a little patience, and a few tricks help. Choose a calm time, like after a walk, when your pup is relaxed. Natural light from a porch or window is usually more flattering than a flash, which can startle some dogs. Get down to the dog's eye level, and use a treat or a familiar squeaky noise just above the camera to catch their attention. Keep sessions short and fun, and reward your dog for sitting still. Wiry-coated terriers like Chispa have a naturally tousled look, so a quick brush before photos is optional. Their scruffiness is part of the charm.

This one is clearly destined for the refrigerator door or the family group chat. It is hard to tell who is happier to be in the picture.

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