Part of what I love about my jobs is that I’m blessed to meet so many different people with interesting businesses and a love for pets. Yes, I have two, as a BDN writer and photographer.

If you live in the Bangor area and get our weekly publication, aptly named “The Weekly,” you may notice that I have a “Critters” column in on the first Thursday of every month. The column focuses on something interesting that’s pet-oriented. It is an accent to this blog.

However, since I get to meet so many different businesses and individuals, and let’s face it, really cool pets, I want to feature them on this blog. That’s why I’m starting a new category called “Dogs Around Town.” Likewise, for the feline fanatics out there, there’s a category for you, called “Cool Cats.” These new categories will be a Friday feature.

I need your help to identify great stories!

If you have a pet-related business or just a cool story, email me at [email protected] to tell me. Include the following in your subject line so I know it’s for the blog, “CRITTERS.”

Don’t live near Bangor or even in Maine?

That’s okay. Send me a photo of your BFF and a short story. I’ll include it on the blog. I can’t wait to share your stories.

High Praise From Our Clients

We couldn’t be more satisfied by the professionalism and kindness of Debra Bell. We highly recommend this company for holidays and yearly photography. Outstanding service, attention to detail, very accommodating. The results speak for themselves! Thank you so much for your fantastic job! We greatly appreciate that! The photos are so awesome. Love them all! 🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾

George & Lital Adams

& Rex, Ryn, & Roark

I highly recommend Bell's Furry Friends Photography. Working with Debra was nothing but positive experience after positive experience. She was flexible and always had multiple options to meet our scheduling needs. My pup is extremely large and, let's say, not the most polite walker. Debra arranged for our photos to be taken in spots that kept him safe, even making a last-minute change to our[...] Read More

Jennifer Sewell & Family

First Year Package

I had a wonderful experience working with Deb from Bell's Furry Friend Photography! She and her assistant were so patient with my puppy. Even with his stubbornness, they managed to get beautiful shots of my dog! I would highly recommend Deb to anyone looking to get some gorgeous photos of their furry friends!

Danielle Nason

Gryffin's Mom

Capturing a precious moment with your furry child in a quick snapshot is a joy in itself. However, does it capture the perpetual symbiotic relationship between you and your pet when you view the picture? The quick pictures I’ve taken or asked others to take have not. Debra Bell alleviates that concern. Debra’s presence in spirit and creativity is all for you as the FCP[...] Read More

Dogs Around Town