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From dogs with three legs to cats without eyes, the Perfect Imperfection photo series celebrates the intrinsic beauty of animals who have overcome adversity and adapted to a physical impairment. All of these animals were rescued from their former lives and given a second chance by kind and caring humans.
Photographed with care and sensitivity by leading Australian animal photographer, Alex Cearns of Houndstooth Studio, each image leads with the beauty of the animal subject, making their physical issue almost a subtle afterthought.
Based on an original photo series launched on Bored Panda, these portraits of perfectly imperfect dogs will uplift and inspire, finding a special place in your heart with their ability to overcome physical adversity. Cearns artfully captures their intrinsic beauty and spirit; their sweetness, resilience, and strength.
"One of my most passionate aims as an animal photographer is to capture the adorable subtleties that make all creatures precious and unique. I love every animal I have the privilege of photographing, but those perceived as different hold a special place in my heart. These are the canines who have lost a leg, been born without eyes, or are still showing the scars of former abuse," says Cearns.
"Most animals with ‘afflictions’ don’t dwell on them. They adapt to their bodies without complaint and they survive with determination. They push on, always, wanting to be included and involved in everything as much as they can, and as much as an able-bodied pet does. They need the same love as any other pet, and give the same love as any other pet - and they each have value as sentient beings."
"The tenacity of animals to overcome adversity never ceases to amaze me. They make the most out of life and from them I have learned so much about always seeing the positive in every situation and never giving up.”
Cearns complied over 60 canine images into 'Perfect Imperfection - Dog portraits of Resilience', a book for everyone who loves dogs; fans of the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi, or of seeing the beauty in imperfection; and anyone who needs a hit of inspiration from an uplifting read.
If you want to see some more pictures from this photographer click here or here!
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Randal The Echidna Was Taken In By Bonoring Wildlife Sanctuary When He Lost His Foot In A Dog Attack
Missy Callahan 5 years ago
OMG...I though that said enchilada. I really need to pay attention.
Kiaya Thompson 5 years ago
I’ve seen him in real life! He does circuits of his enclosure all day.
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Beau Was Taken In As A Stray And Had The Tips Of His Ears Resected When He Developed Skin Cancer
Raina Abigail Senryuji 5 years ago
that's one fierce looking cat....being earless made look cooler...like a man with the hair pulled back😄😄😄
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Rescue Kitten Nimh Kitten Nimh Had Both Eyes Removed After Complications From The Birth
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
I had a cat who went blind in her last year and so of life. Even then, she was active and playful - and fought like a tigress whenever I gave her a pill! Rest in peace, Ragamuffin - you are loved and missed.
Clare Amidei 5 years ago
I feel like cats without eyes are the most perfect cats because they are usually adorable
#4
Jakk Was Dumped As A 1-Day Old Puppy. Several Of His Leg Bones Didn't Grow Properly. He Was Taken In By Wa Pet Project And Received A Custom Set Of Wheels
#5
Tiki Was Rescued From A Backyard Breeder. He Had A Badly Broken Leg, Which Was Later Amputated
Christy Smith 5 years ago
Someone needs to go around chaining these goddamn breeders with big locks outside with no protective cover. What's good for the goose after all ...
Tor Rolf Strøm 5 years ago
Did someone break every bone in the "backyard breeders" body? I hope so
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Julius Was Taken In As A Stray And Had His Eye Removed When He Developed A Cancerous Tumor
Kai Wendorf 5 years ago
My cat has diabetes. Wouldn't work here though unless it was me giving him an insulin shot. This is pretty sad though. I love cats a lot
Wottermehlon Doge 5 years ago
my cat had a tumor on her face she was 20 years old so we decided it would be bet not to amputate it. we had to put her down a few months ago
Christy Smith 5 years ago
Something about the cat's expression makes me feel like he's in the process of judging someone's story they're currently yapping about.
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Bali Pip, A Puppy With Mange Who Was Rescued By The Bali Animal Welfare Association
littlesaresare 5 years ago
Mange isn't a disability. It's a curable disease caused by mites (and neglect).
#8
Clarey, Who Was Adopted From Safe Perth - It Was Then Discovered She Didn't Have Any Eyes
Colleen Cole 5 years ago
I recently had a rescue dog like this! Our beloved Bella. She never knew any different so she wasn’t bothered about it in the least. She was a mere 17 lbs and lived happily with our 80lb Retriever — they played and wrestled like any other couple of pups. It was because of her that I’ve pursued a career in Special Needs since she died. She will inspire my life forever!
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Jaffa Was Adopted From The Dogs' Refuge Home Of Wa And Later Had Her Leg Removed After Being Accidentally Hit By A Car
Christy Smith 5 years ago
He looks like an elderly 'black' man shaking his fist while screaming, "Get off my land you damn kids!"
#10
Angel Was Adopted Through Perth Chihuahua Rescue. She Is Blind In One Eye
Christy Smith 5 years ago
I'm not a fan of small dogs like the Chihuahua, they're too aggressive when passing other ppl and animals. However, I've never seen one that looks like this, I have to admit he's absolutely adorable.
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Scrappy Was Found Running Across A Freeway. His Eyes Were Removed When His Sight Deteriorated And His Health Was Being Impacted
#12
Penny And Her Puppies Were Taken In By The Rspca Wa. They Had Mange At The Time, But Their Fur Soon Grew Back As Good As New
Magpie 5 years ago
Many of us can not adopt for many reasons. But we can still help. Here is the Australian royal society for prevention of cruelty to animals. We can donate once or on a repeating cycle. Even a little money can help. >>>>https://www.rspca.org.au/
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Peaches Were Adopted From Haart And Had Her Eye Removed When She Developed Acute Glaucoma
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HorrorWeirdo 5 years ago
Aww, so adorable! I love the title—Perfect Imperfection. Very accurate, and they are as perfect as any animal ❤️
FurryManiac 5 years ago
My little floof went blind and in one eye and had to get the other removed because of infection. On top of that, she was the runt of the litter and was about to be put down when I adopted her. So nice to see disabled animals get the recognition they deserve!
Elizabeth B 5 years ago
Absolutely stunning images and wonderful to know these very special animals have loving homes.
Samantha Gordon 5 years ago
My rescue bunny Rosie is blind and was abandoned by her first owner cos it was hard looking after her. She had never been around another rabbit and had no idea how to be one. We adopted her brought her home and she has learned how to be a loving bunny companion to our other bunny Claude. She has an amazing life and being blind does not stop her with anything. If she is feels lost cos she got to excited running around Claude just rounds her up and guides her to where they were going. Disabled animals deserve so much love
Marilyn Bojanowski 5 years ago
What good kitties and doggos! Staying joyful even after going through tough times... They deserve all the love they can get! I once worked in a no-kill can shelter with sick and disabled cats. There weren't any amputees or missing eyes, but there was a girl who had had a cancer that left permanent gashes on her face (thank God they didn't hurt anymore) and another who had had a cancer that made her lose all her teeth. Sweet babies, all of them. I actually have a really heartwarming story about the latter kitty, but I'm not sure anyone would want to read the whole thing...
Laura Novák 5 years ago
They can give so much love. I'm afraid usually no one wants them. Heartbreaking :(
Chris DiFonso 5 years ago
I'm crying, although at least these beautiful babies eventually got medical care and are being cared for
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
Disabled does not mean imperfect. Their hears and souls are what count.
HorrorWeirdo 5 years ago
Aww, so adorable! I love the title—Perfect Imperfection. Very accurate, and they are as perfect as any animal ❤️
FurryManiac 5 years ago
My little floof went blind and in one eye and had to get the other removed because of infection. On top of that, she was the runt of the litter and was about to be put down when I adopted her. So nice to see disabled animals get the recognition they deserve!
Elizabeth B 5 years ago
Absolutely stunning images and wonderful to know these very special animals have loving homes.
Samantha Gordon 5 years ago
My rescue bunny Rosie is blind and was abandoned by her first owner cos it was hard looking after her. She had never been around another rabbit and had no idea how to be one. We adopted her brought her home and she has learned how to be a loving bunny companion to our other bunny Claude. She has an amazing life and being blind does not stop her with anything. If she is feels lost cos she got to excited running around Claude just rounds her up and guides her to where they were going. Disabled animals deserve so much love
Marilyn Bojanowski 5 years ago
What good kitties and doggos! Staying joyful even after going through tough times... They deserve all the love they can get! I once worked in a no-kill can shelter with sick and disabled cats. There weren't any amputees or missing eyes, but there was a girl who had had a cancer that left permanent gashes on her face (thank God they didn't hurt anymore) and another who had had a cancer that made her lose all her teeth. Sweet babies, all of them. I actually have a really heartwarming story about the latter kitty, but I'm not sure anyone would want to read the whole thing...
Laura Novák 5 years ago
They can give so much love. I'm afraid usually no one wants them. Heartbreaking :(
Chris DiFonso 5 years ago
I'm crying, although at least these beautiful babies eventually got medical care and are being cared for
Freya the Wanderer 5 years ago
Disabled does not mean imperfect. Their hears and souls are what count.
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