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		<title>Celebrate Dog Mom’s Day with a Luxury Portrait Experience</title>
		<link>https://luxsummitstudio.com/celebrate-dog-moms-day-with-a-luxury-portrait-experience/</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:13:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>At Lux Summit Studio, we believe that the bond between a dog mom and her pup deserves to be celebrated in a meaningful, lasting way. This Dog Mom’s Day, we’re offering a limited-time magazine-style experience designed to turn your love story into something truly unforgettable. &#160; A Magazine-Worthy Moment Imagine you and your dog featured&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com/celebrate-dog-moms-day-with-a-luxury-portrait-experience/">Celebrate Dog Mom’s Day with a Luxury Portrait Experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com">Lux Summit Studio</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="76" data-end="309">At Lux Summit Studio, we believe that the bond between a dog mom and her pup deserves to be celebrated in a meaningful, lasting way. This Dog Mom’s Day, we’re offering a limited-time magazine-style experience designed to turn your love story into something truly unforgettable.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3 data-start="76" data-end="309">A Magazine-Worthy Moment</h3>
<p data-start="76" data-end="309">Imagine you and your dog featured in a beautifully styled, professional photoshoot—capturing the connection, personality, and joy you share every day. This exclusive <strong data-start="642" data-end="676">Dog Mom’s Day Magazine Special</strong> isn’t just a session—it’s a full experience.</p>
<p data-start="723" data-end="757">When you book now, you’ll receive:</p>
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<li data-section-id="ovxnq3" data-start="758" data-end="785"><strong data-start="760" data-end="785">$250 off your session</strong></li>
<li data-section-id="bkl1qs" data-start="786" data-end="842"><strong data-start="788" data-end="819">Complimentary holiday cards</strong> with any image package</li>
<li data-section-id="1fcayoj" data-start="843" data-end="890">A <strong data-start="847" data-end="890">1-year subscription to Dog Mom Magazine</strong></li>
<li data-section-id="e6ti9d" data-start="891" data-end="935">A <strong data-start="895" data-end="935">one-page feature in Dog Mom Magazine</strong></li>
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<p data-start="937" data-end="1031">This is your chance to step into the spotlight with your pup and be part of something special.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3 data-start="937" data-end="1031">Designed for Dog Moms Who Want More</h3>
<p data-start="1074" data-end="1118">This experience is perfect for dog moms who:</p>
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<li data-section-id="vux3b3" data-start="1119" data-end="1163">Want high-end, editorial-style portraits</li>
<li data-section-id="19b8822" data-start="1164" data-end="1209">Celebrate their dog as part of the family</li>
<li data-section-id="twz2sr" data-start="1210" data-end="1258">Love keepsakes that last beyond social media</li>
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<p data-start="1260" data-end="1496">Our sessions are carefully curated to highlight both you and your dog in the most authentic and elegant way possible. From styling guidance to professional lighting and posing, every detail is handled so you can simply enjoy the moment.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3 data-start="1260" data-end="1496">Limited Availability — Only Three Slots</h3>
<p data-start="1543" data-end="1702">To maintain the quality and personalization of each session, we are only opening <strong data-start="1624" data-end="1649">three exclusive spots</strong> for this promotion. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.</p>
<p data-start="1704" data-end="1716">Please note:</p>
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<li data-section-id="yece23" data-start="1717" data-end="1772">This offer cannot be combined with other promotions</li>
<li data-section-id="1tnn4a0" data-start="1773" data-end="1811">Sessions must be booked in advance</li>
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<h3>Make It More Than a Photo — Make It a Story</h3>
<p data-start="1862" data-end="2052">Your relationship with your dog is unique. It’s filled with loyalty, joy, and unconditional love. This Dog Mom’s Day, turn that connection into a story worth sharing—and remembering forever.</p>
<p data-start="2054" data-end="2155"><strong data-start="2054" data-end="2155">Secure your spot today and let Lux Summit Studio create something beautiful for you and your pup.</strong></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com/celebrate-dog-moms-day-with-a-luxury-portrait-experience/">Celebrate Dog Mom’s Day with a Luxury Portrait Experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com">Lux Summit Studio</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mother’s Day Boudoir Special at Lux Summit Studio</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joshua]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:47:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Celebrate Mother’s Day with confidence, beauty, and a gift that lasts forever — you. At Lux Summit Studio, we’re offering a limited-time Mother’s Day Special Boudoir Experience designed to empower and celebrate every woman. For a short time, enjoy $250 OFF your boudoir session when you book now. Whether you’re treating yourself or creating a&#8230;</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="76" data-end="309">Celebrate <strong data-start="86" data-end="102">Mother’s Day</strong> with confidence, beauty, and a gift that lasts forever — <em data-start="160" data-end="165">you</em>. At Lux Summit Studio, we’re offering a limited-time <strong data-start="219" data-end="262">Mother’s Day Special Boudoir Experience</strong> designed to empower and celebrate every woman.</p>
<p data-start="311" data-end="533">For a short time, enjoy <strong data-start="335" data-end="368">$250 OFF your boudoir session</strong> when you book now. Whether you’re treating yourself or creating a meaningful gift, this experience is all about capturing your strength, elegance, and authenticity.</p>
<p data-start="535" data-end="715">To make your session even more special, <strong data-start="575" data-end="606">complimentary holiday cards</strong> are included with the purchase of any image package — perfect for sharing a personal and unforgettable gift.</p>
<p data-start="717" data-end="738"><strong data-start="719" data-end="736">Why book now?</strong></p>
<ul data-start="739" data-end="879">
<li data-section-id="1la5aia" data-start="739" data-end="783">Only <strong data-start="746" data-end="781">three exclusive slots available</strong></li>
<li data-section-id="1e0w0v0" data-start="784" data-end="832">Personalized, confidence-boosting experience</li>
<li data-section-id="2ljfj4" data-start="833" data-end="879">Professional styling, posing, and guidance</li>
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<p data-start="881" data-end="1032">This offer is limited and <strong data-start="907" data-end="951">cannot be combined with other promotions</strong>, making it a rare opportunity to step into the spotlight and celebrate yourself.</p>
<p data-start="1034" data-end="1165">This Mother’s Day, go beyond flowers and chocolates. Choose something timeless — a moment, a memory, and a reminder of your beauty.</p>
<p data-start="1167" data-end="1216"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f4f8.png" alt="📸" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Book your session today before spots are gone.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com/mothers-day-boudoir-special-at-lux-summit-studio/">Mother’s Day Boudoir Special at Lux Summit Studio</a> appeared first on <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com">Lux Summit Studio</a>.</p>
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		<title>Valentine’s Day at Lux Summit Studio: A Love Letter to You</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joshua]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:47:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>This Valentine’s Day, Lux Summit Studio is celebrating confidence, empowerment, and self-love with an exclusive boudoir special designed to make you feel unforgettable. Whether you’re gifting the experience to someone special or embracing a moment just for yourself, this limited-time offer is all about stepping into your power and feeling beautiful in your own skin.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com/valentines-day-at-lux-summit-studio-a-love-letter-to-you/">Valentine’s Day at Lux Summit Studio: A Love Letter to You</a> appeared first on <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com">Lux Summit Studio</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="x_gmail-p3" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">This Valentine’s Day, Lux Summit Studio is celebrating confidence, empowerment, and self-love with an exclusive boudoir special designed to make you feel unforgettable. Whether you’re gifting the experience to someone special or embracing a moment just for yourself, this limited-time offer is all about stepping into your power and feeling beautiful in your own skin.</p>
<h3><b>The Valentine’s Day Special</b></h3>
<p class="x_gmail-p3">For a short time only, enjoy <span class="x_gmail-s2"><b>$250 off a boudoir session when you book now</b></span>. As an added gift, you’ll also receive <span class="x_gmail-s2"><b>five additional prints with the purchase of any image package</b></span> — our way of helping you take home even more of what makes this experience so meaningful.</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p3">This offer is intentionally exclusive, with <span class="x_gmail-s2"><b>only three session slots available</b></span>, making it a truly limited opportunity to experience Lux Summit Studio’s signature boudoir experience at a special Valentine’s Day rate.</p>
<h3><b>Why Boudoir for Valentine’s Day?</b></h3>
<p class="x_gmail-p3">Boudoir photography is more than just a photoshoot, it’s a celebration of confidence, strength, and self-expression. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to reconnect with yourself, honor your body, and create something lasting that reflects how powerful and beautiful you truly are.</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p3">Whether you’re celebrating love with a partner, friends, or yourself, this experience is about feeling seen, confident, and elevated.</p>
<h3><b>Important Details to Know</b></h3>
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<p class="x_gmail-p1"><span class="x_gmail-s1"><b>$250 off</b></span> when you book your boudoir session now</p>
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<li>
<p class="x_gmail-p1"><span class="x_gmail-s1"><b>Five additional prints gifted</b></span> with the purchase of any image package</p>
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<p class="x_gmail-p1"><b>Only three sessions available</b><b></b></p>
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<li>
<p class="x_gmail-p1"><b>Cannot be combined with any other offer</b></p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p3">Once these slots are filled, the Valentine’s Day special will no longer be available.</p>
<h3><b>Reserve Your Spot Today</b></h3>
<p class="x_gmail-p3">This Valentine’s Day, give yourself a gift that lasts longer than flowers or chocolates confidence you can see and feel. Availability is extremely limited, so we encourage you to book now to secure your session.</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p4"><span class="x_gmail-s3"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f48c.png" alt="💌" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> </span><b>Book your Valentine’s Day boudoir experience today with Lux Summit Studio.</b></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com/valentines-day-at-lux-summit-studio-a-love-letter-to-you/">Valentine’s Day at Lux Summit Studio: A Love Letter to You</a> appeared first on <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com">Lux Summit Studio</a>.</p>
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		<title>Lux Summit Studio at the Philly Bridal Show: Exclusive Bridal Boudoir Offer January 3-4</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joshua]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 22:45:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lux Summit Studio is Headed to the Philly Bridal Show! Here&#8217;s What You Can Expect Wedding planning season is officially in full swing and Lux Summit Studio is excited to kick off the new year at one of the biggest bridal events in the region! Join us at the Philly Bridal Show at the Convention&#8230;</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Lux Summit Studio is Headed to the Philly Bridal Show! Here&#8217;s What You Can Expect</h2>
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<p class="x_gmail-p1">Wedding planning season is officially in full swing and Lux Summit Studio is excited to kick off the new year at one of the biggest bridal events in the region! Join us at the <span class="x_gmail-s1"><b>Philly Bridal Show at the Convention Center on January 3rd and 4th</b></span>, where we’ll be meeting brides, celebrating love stories, and sharing something extra special just for show attendees.</p>
<h3><b>Visit Us at Our Lux Summit Studio Booth</b></h3>
<p class="x_gmail-p1">Whether you’re newly engaged or putting the final touches on your big day, our team is ready to guide you through one of the most empowering experiences a bride can have: <span class="x_gmail-s1"><b>bridal boudoir photography</b></span>. At our booth, you’ll get a chance to meet our photographers, explore our portfolio, ask questions, and feel the Lux Summit difference firsthand.</p>
<h3><b>Exclusive In-Person Bridal Boudoir Offer</b></h3>
<p class="x_gmail-p1">To celebrate the event, we’re offering a <span class="x_gmail-s1"><b>special, in-person-only deal</b></span> on our signature Bridal Boudoir Package—available exclusively to brides who stop by our booth during the show. This limited-time offer is the perfect opportunity to book the session you’ve always dreamed of at an incredible value.</p>
<h3><b>Why Bridal Boudoir Is the Perfect Wedding Keepsake</b></h3>
<p class="x_gmail-p1">Bridal boudoir is more than a gift—it’s an experience. It’s confidence-building, empowering, and beautifully personal. Whether you’re creating a surprise for your partner or a love letter to yourself, our boudoir sessions are crafted to make you feel stunning, celebrated, and confident.</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p2"><b>Come Say Hi!</b></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p2">We can’t wait to meet you, talk all things wedding, and help you start the year with a memorable experience you’ll cherish forever. Mark your calendar, grab your bride tribe, and stop by our booth at the Philly Bridal Show!</p>
<p class="x_gmail-p4"><span class="x_gmail-s3"> </span><b>January 3–4 | Philly Convention Center | Lux Summit Studio Booth</b><b></b></p>
<p class="x_gmail-p1">Check the Reels <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOijUkbGE/">https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOijUkbGE/</a></p>
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<p class="x_gmail-p1">See you there, beautiful!</p>
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		<title>Keep Your Dog Leashed:  Thoughts From One Friendly Pet Owner To Another</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 06 Jan 2019 19:04:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>On New Years Day my husband, Dave, and I have a tradition of going for a hike. Our favorite destination is the Gwynedd Preserve, a natural lands trust laced with broad paths weaving through vast fields, into deep woods and across dense meadows. We take our two dogs with us. Our first dog Hudson is&#8230;</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>On New Years Day my husband, Dave, and I have a tradition of going for a hike.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></strong></h3>
<p>Our favorite destination is the Gwynedd Preserve, a natural lands trust laced with broad paths weaving through vast fields, into deep woods and across dense meadows.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>We take our two dogs with us. Our first dog Hudson is tethered to my husband on a hands free leash and our younger dog Nito is tethered to me. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>The Preserve is heaven to us.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>It’s a best kept secret in our community.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>We often see other people with their dogs.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Though the signs clearly say, “All dogs on leash”, they can’t help but release them.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I get it.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></p>
<h5><strong>There’s nothing like seeing your four-legged friend filled with joy as they bound freely through the field or trot proudly down the path.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></strong></h5>
<p>The pure bliss on their faces is enough to put any pet owner in their own state of bliss by proxy.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>However, this habit has been a pet peeve of mine for a while.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>On New Year’s Day my pet peeve erupted into a call to action. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>We were at the farthest point of the preserve.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>There was no one else around.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Then, Dave calmly said<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>to me, “Kristen there are dogs behind us.”<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I looked back to see two large dogs (75 to 100 lbs each) and one small dog, all together on the path watching us from behind.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>They weren’t on leash.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>No human was in sight with them.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></p>
<h5><strong>There was reason to be aware, but no reason to be fully alarmed&#8230; until they started pursuing us.</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"><strong> </strong> </span></h5>
<p>In a full run the largest dog approached Dave and Hudson first.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>It mounted Hudson which triggered a fight.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Nito howled and I stood back, completely disarmed.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>There was nothing I could do without escalating the situation further.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Then the second largest dog came toward me and Nito.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I yelled at the dog, “Go!”.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>He got the message and turned in the opposite direction, but the largest dog was still scuffling with Hudson.</p>
<p>Then, I could see the owner yards away.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>He had no clue what was transpiring.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I screamed for him to collect his dogs.  He had his dogs back in his possession after a very long moment or two. He headed in the opposite direction.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Somehow everyone walked away unscathed.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I was livid.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>He put all of us in such a dangerous position.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>It was nothing short of a miracle that no dogs or humans were hurt in the altercation. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>People,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> p</span>lease keep your dogs on a leash in public when the rules say so.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I know this is an extreme set of circumstance.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I can hear you saying, “I would never be so far away.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>My dog is so nice.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Everyone love my dog!”<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>I’m sure, but still.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Please keep your dog on a leash and hear me out.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>There are two main reasons to do what the public signs are telling you. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<h3><strong>Reason number one:<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Your dog’s friendly greeting can be a trigger for many humans. </strong></h3>
<p>In my previous life as a social worker, I assisted individuals with achieving their daily goals within their community.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Sometimes this meant things like exercising via walks in the park.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Many of the people I supported struggled on a daily basis with catastrophic anxieties, fears and myriad of traumas.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>One such man walked multiple times a week in the local park and had a fear of dogs.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Despite signs clearly stating “all dogs on leash”, well meaning park patrons would let their sweet pups run free and when they inevitably approached us with wagging tales, the pet owner would call out “He’s friendly.”<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Well, that’s great, but my friend here is terrified.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></p>
<h5><strong>As pet owners we believe our pets are the best pets on the face of the earth with the power to melt away anyone’s fears and trauma.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></strong></h5>
<p>Stop it.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>That’s our personal, individual truth about the love we have for our pets.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>That’s not everyone else’s truth.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>So, while it may not be relatable to envision someone who doesn’t absolutely love dogs, or more specifically your dogs, respect this possibility and keep your dog on a leash. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<h3><strong>Reason number two:<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Your dog’s friendly greeting can be a trigger for many dogs.</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"><strong> </strong> </span></h3>
<p>In my previous life as a snarky pet owner, I thought “How sad.” when I encountered a dog with behavioral issues of any kind.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>In my own mind, I had a solution for all of them that was ridiculously over simplified and lacked perspective.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Then I adopted my problem puppy and with him came a dose of reality.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Queue a montage of two years of behavioral therapy, intense training, medication and monitoring.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>What has resulted from our perseverance is a well adjusted and happy dog that requires extreme structure and two very humbled pet owners.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Like any living thing with anxieties, traumas and fears; the end game wasn’t for him to be “cured”.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Instead we grew to understand his struggles, mitigate and help him cope and sometimes overcome.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>We’ve worked endlessly to build security and trust.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>This is only one example of billion variations of needs a pet may have.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></p>
<h5><strong>So, while it’s awesome that your dog is friendly and free roaming, not every dog can safely take part in your dog’s friendliness.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span></strong></h5>
<p>Unsolicited greetings from unleashed dogs to leashed dogs can easily trigger fights when one doesn’t understand the history of the dog their greeting. The unleashed dog may not have technically started an altercation (made the first growl or lunge) the pet owner of the dog that’s off leash can still be at fault.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  For your dog&#8217;s well being and the well being of all dogs, it&#8217;s important to</span> keep your dogs leashed.  Some dog owners are working hard to create a safe environment for their anxious dogs to enjoy the world around them fearlessly. <span class="Apple-converted-space">   </span></p>
<p>Listen, if you’re on private property, or public property that indicates that your dog can be off leash, have at it.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>If you want to liberate your pups please do so in a safe place like a large, fenced-in back yard or (theoretically safe) dog park.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Otherwise, if the signs say “dogs on leash”, please help us all stay safe and keep your beautiful, friendly dog on a leash.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com/keep-your-dog-leashed/">Keep Your Dog Leashed:  Thoughts From One Friendly Pet Owner To Another</a> appeared first on <a href="https://luxsummitstudio.com">Lux Summit Studio</a>.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Here at Kristen Kidd Photography we believe in making a difference in our local and global community.  We also believe that making a difference can be fun and engaging. That's why we want to invite you to join us for this season's upcoming events.  This fall grab a friend and head to the studio.<br />
Each event is free of cost and will feature ways to make your world a better place.<br />
You'll find creative ways to get involved in your greater community. </p>
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<h3>Our community events in our North Wales studio has us so excited this fall!</h3>
<div>Here at Kristen Kidd Photography we believe in making a difference in our local and global community.  We also believe that making a difference can be fun and engaging. That&#8217;s why we want to invite you to join us for this season&#8217;s upcoming events.  This fall grab a friend and head to the studio.</div>
<h4>Each event is free of cost and will feature ways to make your world a better place.</h4>
<p>You&#8217;ll find creative ways to get involved in your greater community. You may simply connect with neighbors over some bubbly. Leave a donation for your local nonprofit at the door. Or take home a new member of your family by giving a pup their forever home.  Our events feature a cornucopia of your favorite local businesses working together.  We&#8217;re excited to feature the talent of Lansdale businesses such as <a href="https://www.facebook.com/boutiquetresbien/">Boutique Tres Bien</a>, <a href="http://www.npcleaningsolutions.com">North Penn Cleaning Solutions</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Rosita-Brennan-Feng-Shui-2073222272939678/">Rosita Brennan Feng Shui</a>.  Most importantly, we&#8217;re coming together to benefit local organizations. These nonprofits are the backbone of doing good in our community and abroad.  We&#8217;re proud to be friends with organizations like <a href="https://bvspca.org/adopt/west-chester/">Brandywine Valley SPCA</a> in West Chester, <a href="https://www.harleyshavendogrescue.com">Harley&#8217;s Haven Dog Rescue</a> in Perkasie.  Also, <a href="http://mannaonmain.org">Manna on Main</a> in Lansdale and <a href="http://healthyninos.org/index.html">Healthy Ninos</a> in Pennsburg.  We know you are too. So take a moment to stop and reconnect with your community.</p>
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<div>All events will be held at the Kristen Kidd Photography Studios in Montgomery County Pennsylvania.  You can find us at:</div>
<div><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/r1eV9VB3ao82">403 East Walnut St.</a></div>
<div>North Wales, Pa 19454</div>
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<div>We recommend parking at the North Wales SEPTA station across from our location.</div>
<div>You&#8217;ll find us on the second and third floors of Artisan Alley.</div>
<div>Our studios are not adapted for wheelchair accessibility.  Our apologies for any inconvenience.</div>
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