Sylvia Elzafon: Shooting to Save Animals

Sylvia Elzafon: Shooting to Save Animals

Adopting a pet from Dallas Animal Services (DAS) will save the animal’s life. This is a fact that drives Dallas native Sylvia Elzafon, a professional photographer, to action.

Since 2012, Elzafon has donated her time and skills by photographing adoptable pets to help raise awareness and promote adoption. In turn, she has altered the lives of many Dallas animals from one of despair to one of joy and hope.

You may have seen her pictures on the Dallas Animal Services’ Facebook page; you might have seen them on the news and through your friends’ social media accounts. With bowties, scarves and squeaky toys, Elzafon has created a new way to see these animals.

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Photo Courtesy: Sylvia Elzafon

While her photographs of the animals at the Dallas Animal Shelter capture their big personalities, her efforts make an enormous, positive impact on adoption rates.

“As the city’s largest shelter, DAS is constantly in need of donations, volunteers, and ordinary citizens to make a difference in the lives of the animals. Because DAS turns no animal away, they are frequently overrun and overextended in terms of funding,” Elzafon said.

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Photo Courtesy: Sylvia Elzafon

By showing these animals are more than just neglected, sad dogs and cats, she has inspired many to take the very steps she was hoping for. She says when people feel sad, they are less likely to take action than when they are moved to laughter and joy by an animal’s personality.

Whether you’re taking photos, or just getting them out of their cages for some sunshine and play time, every little bit counts in the lives of the animals at DAS,” Elzafon added. “DAS has some of the most amazing and dedicated staff who are committed to a better life for our city’s animals. The way our community pulls together never fails to inspire me. Whether it’s a donation, or a few hours of your week, it all adds up to make a difference.”

To support Sylvia Elzafon’s work please visit the following links:
Sylvia’s Website: http://www.sylviaelzafon.com
Sylvia’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sylvia-Elzafon-Photography/115012141918333
Sylvia’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/SylviaElzafon
Sylvia’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/sylviaelzafon

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