A couple of unforgettable moments stand out to me: one was with a nervous dog who would only lick the peanut butter straight from my hand, another pup who happily stuck his entire snout into the jar, the overenthusiastic shelter dog who excitedly chomped down and bit my wooden spoon in half, and of course, the senior pittie who unable to sit any longer, had to lay down while I gave him the peanut butter! He sadly passed after the photoshoot, but his peanut butter-licking cuteness lives on in the book. These moments highlight the unique personalities and unpredictable charm of what we pittie lovers affectionately call our 'wiggle butts' (if you know, you know).

The result of over 60 photoshoots, six jars of peanut butter, and hundreds of hours of editing is now a coffee table book, Pitbulls and Peanut Butter, showcasing over 60 derpy and adorable land seals, aka pit bulls. Through these photos, I want people to see them as goofy, loving, and nothing like the aggressive stereotypes they're often saddled with. My wish is that more people will see pibbles as extraordinary companion animals whose main goal, besides being sofa whales, is to spend time with their people.

I hope these images make people laugh and see pit bulls as they are: loyal, affectionate, and deserving of love and care. One lick at a time, these portraits aim to shift perspectives and help local rescues continue their invaluable work.

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