Paw Prints Pet Photography
Info and FAQs
Who owns Paw Prints?
Virgil Sweeden, a professional photographer with over 30 years’ experience, is the owner. Virgil has a master’s degree in fine arts and has experience photographing everything from dogs and cats and people to sporting events, architecture, biomedical subjects, and much more.
Working with Virgil is his fiancée, Rebecca Forrest. Besides her Paw Prints work, Rebecca runs two companies of her own. Check them out at Living Color and Forrest Design.
Where does Paw Prints work?
Portraits are available at Virgil and Rebecca’s Dayton location (about 5 miles north of the Dayton Mall), at regional dog events, or at the location of your choice.
Action photography is available at dog events in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and beyond.
Does Paw Prints accept credit or debit cards?
Not yet. We accept checks in person and by mail, and of course cash in person. Make checks payable to Paw Prints.
What services does Paw Prints provide to for-profit businesses?
Groomers, boutique owners, dog trainers, doggy spas, daycares, boarders, and vets, click here to go to the business income model page. Find out how scheduling a photo day for your clients can produce income before, on, and weeks after the day of the event. Guaranteed to increase your “door swings”!
Serving Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Infinity, and Beyond
What about services for nonprofits and benefits?
Pet rescues, event planners, and doggy fund raisers, add a fun vendor to your event and increase attendance and revenue! Click here to go to the nonprofit income model page.
Does Paw Prints work on location?
Some pets just don’t like to go places and pose. They prefer to relax in familiar surroundings and have the photographer come to them. No problem! We will come to your favorite spot to make a memorable portrait.
Wireless lighting means quick and easy setup without disturbing your home. Digital photography means instant review and selection of your favorites.
Prints are made by hand, by Virgil personally. Orders are mailed about two weeks after the shoot.
How about weddings—people weddings?
Call or email for pricing and packages. Virgil and Rebecca would love to make your day extra memorable for you!
Are gift certificates available?
What products are available?
And what about agility, obedience, rally trials, and national specialties?
Agility, obedience, rally, and national specialties are a tremendous amount of fun. The photography is a challenge, but the rewards are great.
Paw Prints hasn’t yet photographed flyball or disc dog events, but we’re interested. If you are involved in these or other activities and could help get an event scheduled, please call or email Virgil.
There is no cost to the sponsoring club for trial coverage. Images are ready to review on site, and photo orders are usually fulfilled within two weeks. Call or email Virgil to arrange outstanding coverage of your trials.
Does Paw Prints have animal friends?
Yes, we share our lives with two dogs and a cat: Glory, a race-rescued greyhound, is 11 years old. She’s red fawn. Logan, a 4-year-old former racing greyhound, is the newest addition. There’s also Lucy, a sociable gray/brown tabby cat.
We recently lost our boy Alex to old age and our girl Lily to cancer. Alex was a loving black lab with a ready lick for everyone. Lily was a sweet, smart border collie mix. We miss them.
What sets Paw Prints apart?
You can freely reproduce any Paw Prints images for your private personal use.
All Paw Prints prints are carefully color corrected, sharpened, and manually cropped for the best quality image.
At each session and during each action run, I take several shots. You always have plenty to choose from. I want you to be delighted with your prints or your digital images. If you’re not happy, you’re not obligated to buy.
Paw Prints keeps images on file, and you can always email or call me later to order more prints or a CD.
Need some help choosing photos from agility trials?
Want suggestions on photographing your own dog?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact Paw Prints?
Virgil Sweeden &
Rebecca Forrest
5512 Woodbridge Lane
Dayton, OH 45429
(513) 779-8934
