Paws for a Cure

Paws to Swim + Kristen Murray Photography present

A charity auction benefiting
FETCH a Cure

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We’re looking for one special pup to be the 2025 Paws to Swim Ambassador.

One lucky pup will be crowned the 2025 Paws to Swim Ambassador, winning:

  • A custom pet portrait session with Kristen Murray Photography and $500 in art credit

  • A stunning artwork feature on the exterior of Paws to Swim for 2025

  • Paws to Swim swag & special swim package to enjoy all year long

All proceeds benefit Fetch a Cure, helping pets in need! Auction opens March 25, 2025

A dog swimming in a pool with a plastic ball in its mouth, with a photo of another dog above the water, and text promoting a charity event called 'Paws for a Cure' to benefit FETCH a Cure.
The logo of Fetch, a Cure with green and blue text.

FETCH a Cure is on a mission to improve the lives of dogs, helping them receive the care and love they deserve.

Their Companions in Crisis (CIC) fund provides financial assistance to help families pay for life-saving treatments for their pets who have been diagnosed with cancer. This program strives to provide pet owners with a sense of hope when facing a cancer diagnosis.

All proceeds of the auction will go directly to FETCH a Cure. Join us in creating waves of change and celebrating our four-legged friends in the most spectacular way.

Learn more about FETCH a Cure

How it works

1: Bid on the Paws to Swim Ambassador Package when the auction opens March 25th.

2 The winning bid will be titled the 2025 Paws to Swim Ambassador — and receive with a custom pet portrait session and feature on the exterior of Paws to Swim for a year, and a special swim package & swag.

3. All proceeds from the auction go directly to Fetch a Cure, supporting pets in need of life-saving care.

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FAQ

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  • The winner will enjoy a portrait session at Paws to Swim with Kristen Murray Photography.

    The final artist’s choice portrait will be professionally printed on a stunning exterior metal display and showcased on the side of Paws to Swim for all to see for 2025.

    And while no purchase is necessary, you’ll probably want to create something for your home as well, the winner will also receive a $500 artwork credit to put toward photos and custom artwork for your home.

  • The auction is open to pet parents in the Central Virginia area. The winner must be able to attend the portrait session with Kristen Murray Photography at Paws to Swim April 2025 and use the swim package at Paws to Swim in 2025.

    As far as liking water. . . short answer, yes

    Long answer: Since this event is in partnership with Paws to Swim, the winning dog should be comfortable in the water.

    However, your dog does not need to put their face underwater—just enjoy swimming! The swim package is designed for dogs who love the water, whether they’re dock diving pros or just happy paddlers.

  • Absolutely not. From fully trained working dogs, to nervous pups, to 8 week old puppies that don’t know sit; I’ve worked with them all.

    For nervous pups, I have a very long lens and can keep a distance while still capturing your dog’s personality.

    However for their sake, if your dog is super fearful or overly human-reactive, this might not be the best fit for them at this time. You may consider an animal behaviorist to help them find some confidence prior to a portrait session.

    (This said, I’ve yet to run into a scenario where keeping distance with my long lens wouldn’t work.)

  • You’re welcome to email me info@kristenjmurray.com

    Send me an Insta DM @kristenmurrayphotography

    Or text/call me 804.356.5747

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Bidding ends
April 5th at 8pm

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