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WHEN DOGS HEAL
Jesse Freidin’s poignant stories about the transformative power of dogs’ unconditional love.
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WHEN DOGS HEAL
A dog’s love comes without judgment, without conditions, without limits. A profound force and an endless, soul-deep comfort that can teach us more than we ever bargained for. When Dogs Heal is a gut-wrenching collection of stories from people living with HIV, and the seismic influence of their dogs on their lives.
Created by award-winning dog photographer Jesse Freidin, the book is an anthology of individuals’ struggles in the lonely wake of an HIV diagnosis, but it’s also a celebration of human strength and spirit. Chicagoan Daniel on his dog, Loki: “It’s almost a mystical relationship—especially when you get a dog during a major transition in your life. Loki gave me a sense of home, safety and comfort that I desperately needed. As corny as it sounds, I felt like I finally had a home because he was there, and that really did change my life.”
From Lynnea, diagnosed with HIV at age seven, to Adam, uprooted by the bombshell of his diagnosis at 21, and many more, each story shares a common character: a loveable, loyal hound. “The stigma surrounding HIV didn’t exist to Laila—she still sat next to me and slept next to me,” tells Adam. Fuelled by the lessons learned—about themselves, others and the world—through the love and devotion of their dogs, Lynnea, Adam and scores of others overcome their darkest days, finding hope, self-love and acceptance.
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All images courtesy of Jesse Freidin
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DOG-FRIENDLY: TAKE THE LEAD
We are thrilled to introduce Dog-Friendly, a collection of city guides for dog-loving people, created together with our long-time contributor, photographer Winnie Au, and fellow enthusiasts, indie publisher Hoxton Mini Press. Available for purchase here.
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PACK OF DOGS
Have you ever imagined Amy Winehouse or Nick Cave as a Chihuahua, Neil Young as a Vizsla, or PJ Harvey as an Afghan hound? That’s exactly what San Francisco-based artist Michael Gillette has done through his unique illustration project, blending beloved, iconic music legends, both past and present, with their dog counterparts. Pack of Dogs, our first foray into book publishing, is a celebration of pup and pop culture for music and dog lovers alike.
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THE DOG MAKER
Thanks to hungry wolves and ancient humans, there are over 350 dog breeds in the world today. Artist Hosung Jang offers more.
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FAR-OFF REALMS
Suspended between vintage past and surrealist future, The Brigadoon Dispatch is a portal to new realms of creativity.
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POWER COUPLE
Pioneering ‘species-fluid’ fashion, THEANIMALS™ brings human and hound even closer together.
January 28, 2023
THE LONG WAIT
In his third and final instalment of The Waiting Game, artist Txema Salvans photographs dogs tied to lives of waiting.
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LITTLE WONDERS
Clean-lined, minimal and irresistibly cute, Odile Ferraille depicts dogs living their best, carefree lives.
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HOME AND DRY
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UP CLOSE AND PARTICULARLY PERSONAL
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November 21, 2022
WHETHER THE WEATHER
From raincoats and puffers to sweaters and bathrobes, Cloud7 designs for every dog and all occasions. But that’s not to stay one style fits all.
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MUTUAL ADMIRATION
London-based illustrator Ashley Percival creates colourful prints full of energy and charged with imagination.
October 11, 2022
LET LOOSE
For his series ‘Compositions and Attitudes’ photographer Hosung Jang captures dogs’ unadulterated curiosity.
September 30, 2022
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