<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Heirloom Paws]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heirloom Paws]]></description><link>https://www.heirloompaws.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:34:45 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.heirloompaws.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Celebrate Your Dog's Gotcha Day: 10 Ideas + the Perfect Keepsake]]></title><description><![CDATA[The day they found their forever spot. If you adopted your dog, you probably don't know their real birthday. What you do know is the day everything changed — the day you brought them home. That day has a name: Gotcha Day, and for a growing number of pet parents, it's become just as worth celebrating as a birthday. Some prefer softer terms like "Adoption Day" or "Family Day," and either way, what matters is the same thing: marking the start of your story together. If you've been searching for...]]></description><link>https://www.heirloompaws.com/post/how-to-celebrate-dogs-gotcha-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9dc4f82f3c02d0ca70dabf</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:31:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10048b_906e3ad8f77b4064bb5c0395d466004a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_928,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>burrage19</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Custom Pet Portraits Make the Most Meaningful Gifts]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a version of gift-giving that's efficient. You find something in the right price range, it arrives on time, it gets opened and appreciated, and that's the end of it. Fine. Forgettable. And then there's the other kind — the gift that makes someone stop. The one they talk about for years. The one that ends up on the wall. Custom pet portraits are that kind of gift. Here's why. The gift that ends up on the wall. Meet Hank. 1. It Shows You Actually Paid Attention Anyone can buy a gift...]]></description><link>https://www.heirloompaws.com/post/why-custom-pet-portraits-make-meaningful-gifts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9d92cdf9120938277fdf21</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:45:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10048b_db614484403147998c05a50d659aa2b8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_512,h_512,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>burrage19</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Take the Perfect Photo for Your Pet Portrait]]></title><description><![CDATA[The portrait is only as good as the photo you start with. That's not a criticism — it's just the reality of how custom pet portraits work. Our artists are skilled, but they work from what you give them. A great photo means a great portrait. A blurry, backlit snapshot means we're working harder to get you something you'll love. The good news: you don't need a professional camera. You just need to know what to look for. Eye level, natural light, full attention — this is the shot. 1. Get Down to...]]></description><link>https://www.heirloompaws.com/post/how-to-take-perfect-photo-pet-portrait</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9d88a946a942797d04c1f4</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:52:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10048b_efe6b99676184f16b7586dbda92bcd0d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_928,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>burrage19</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Honor a Pet Who Has Passed Away — 8 Meaningful Ideas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holding Molly close — a memorial portrait by Heirloom Paws. Losing a pet doesn't come with a roadmap. One day they're there — on the couch, at your feet, waiting by the door — and then they're not. What you're left with is a space that doesn't fill easily, and a love that has nowhere to go. Honouring them isn't about moving on. It's about finding a way to carry them with you. Here are eight meaningful ways to do that. 1. Commission a Custom Memorial Portrait A memorial portrait takes their...]]></description><link>https://www.heirloompaws.com/post/how-to-honour-a-pet-who-has-passed-away</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9d00617423404b594837b7</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 06:13:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10048b_10117582e0ad4e8ab175a4a460627f37~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_928,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>burrage19</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Custom Pet Portrait Gifts for Dog Lovers in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking for the perfect gift for a dog lover? From luxury framed portraits to cozy pet blankets, here are the best custom pet portrait gifts in 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.heirloompaws.com/post/best-custom-pet-portrait-gifts-dog-lovers-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9cf4abcdf183e0230dcaa0</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 05:53:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10048b_474c79c043434415b78732d5178552ba~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>burrage19</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>