Bessie’s Stronger Shot Photoshoot at Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch
Posted by Caroline Aro on 11/10/2026
Kuranda has partnered with Stronger Shot - a national project that works to increase shelter pet adoptions through professional photography and compelling storytelling. We love the work that they do and find that it aligns with Kuranda's goals to help shelter pets in need.
We sponsored a very special photoshoot at the Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch in Myakka City, Florida last week. This photoshoot features the one and only Bessie - a sweet, beautiful 7-year-old pup who has been at the Humane Society for going on five years now. She's the shelter's longest resident and she's so eager to find her forever home.
Bessie loves giving kisses and playing with toys in her free time. She also loves a good adventure! Every week, a volunteer takes her out for a peaceful hike and for the occasional pup cup. Adventures and walks are great, but Bessie is also a champion couch-potato! It's important to be a well-rounded pup. Staff and volunteers describe Bessie as "beautiful, affectionate, playful, goofy, well-trained, intelligent..." and more! Bessie is looking to be the only pet in the home and does well with adults and older teens.
Help spread Bessie's story and maybe she'll find her forever home soon!
More information on Bessie can be found here.
Donate a Kuranda Bed to the Humane Society of Lakewood through their ShelterBeds Wish List.
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