Hailey & Rory


At ten years old, Rory is facing congestive heart failure and end-stage renal disease. What stands out most, though, is the deep and gentle bond between Rory and Hailey, a connection that feels less like owner and pet and more like two soulmates who found each other.


These photographs are a quiet record of the love they share in this chapter of their story.

Person in brown sweater hugging and cuddling with a black cat in a series of intimate portraits.
Close-up portrait of a black cat with bright yellow eyes looking intently at the camera.
A person in a brown sweater lovingly cuddles with their black cat on a dark couch in a series of intimate moments.
Close-up of a black cat's face with striking yellow-green eyes against a dark background.
Close-up macro photograph of a black cat's piercing yellow eyes against dark background.
A black cat rests peacefully on a gray textured blanket while being gently petted by someone's hand.
A series of photos showing someone lying on a couch in various sleeping positions with a plaid blanket.
A person in a brown sweater lying down curled up on a bed in a dimly lit room.
A person rests their head against a dark background in a contemplative pose.