Meet Cannoli — the Lab who washed out of guide dog training, passed on by the ATF, and sprinted home. June's Breed of the Month session at UGA North Campus in Athens, GA with CM Bryson Photography.

Meet Heidi — the yellow Lab who was released from guide dog training and came home forever. June's Breed of the Month session at Indian Creek Park in Rutledge, GA, photographed by CM Bryson Photography.

Phoebe was once labeled "rescue only" at animal control. Four years later, she's devoted, confident, and completely certain about her person. February's Breed of the Month session in Historic Downtown Rutledge, GA.

Oscar is 11 years old, 100 pounds, and has always looked a little like an old man. May's Mixed Breed of the Month session — shot at home on the farm, with the whole property watching.

Meet Harper — the Golden Retriever who had already made her decision before the breeder even finished introducing the litter. March's Breed of the Month session at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville, GA.

Dima came to Ashley and Jamie at two years old, underweight and in need of someone to love him. Eight years later, they added Ellie — and photographed them both in January's Breed of the Month session.