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Say cheesy! The hilariously awkward pictures when pets take pride of place in the family photo album

By Louise Boyle
Updated: 07:18 EST, 23 November 2011

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They are often treated like one of the family - but you can imagine that in these special snapshots, some pets really wish they weren't.

Not content with containing the misery of awkward family photos to those who can voice a complaint, these fun-loving pet owners have got their dogs, cats, parrots, horses and even pet snake in on the action.

The results are a set of hideous, but more importantly hilarious, pictures of owners and their beloved animals.

Spaced out: A smorgasbord of style choices were heaped upon this poor cat as two owners clash leather trousers and floral print against an intergalactic backdrop

Who said you would grow old alone with a cat? One bride refuses to go down the aisle without a trusted feline friend

As the authors of the book, Mike Bender and Doug Chernack quite rightly put it: 'We adore our pets, but let’s face it - sometimes L-O-V-E makes us go a little overboard.'

The pair are also the authors of Awkward Family Photos, a collection of some of the most excruciating poses, hairstyles and fashion choices ever to be captured in print.

In this often jaw-dropping montage, you will see the family who have decided to position themselves grinning on the floor, heads together, with a snake draped across their necks.

There is also the artistic portrait - like the shirtless gentleman, eyes closed, clutching a horrified looking puppy.

In fact, there are several pet owners who have taken the concept of 'being at one with nature' quite seriously and embraced nudity for the photo - like the couple covering their modesty with only the help of their alarmed cats.

All the animals pictured are no doubt deeply loved and cared for, but as every family member knows, this counts for little when it comes to the embarrassment relatives will unwittingly heap on you.

You are strongly urged not to take similar shots at home but if the lure of the personal Christmas card becomes too much then don't be surprised to find yourself at awkwardfamilypetphotos.com some day soon.

These photos are available for your entertainment in Awkward Family Pet Photos which can be bought from Amazon here.

Blushing pink: Some people just know how to make sure their look is always centre of attention

Terrified: This poor puppy looks pleadingly at the camera as his owner attempts to capture a mood shot in monochrome

Monkey puzzle: A couple struggle to keep a grip of their chimps dressed in homemade dungarees and dresses

Fur your eyes only: Neither cat looks particularly pleased at their owners' interpretation of being at one with nature

Family ties: It may have all started out as a good laugh but with a python coiled around your throat, this foursome are grinning in sheer terror

Crackers: A couple, their mullets, pet parrot and rifle equipped with scope and bayonet = one big happy family

Stocking filler: Just what every young lady wants from Santa Claus - her very own monkey in a dress

Oh deer: Not even a on-trend floral jumpsuit can stop these siblings being upstaged by their woodland friend

Oh deer: Not even an on-trend floral jumpsuit can stop these siblings being upstaged by their woodland friend

Slobbering: The slack-jawed docile labrador has managed to come off significantly more dignified in this shot

Out of this world: With only basic Photoshop skills, you can create masterpieces your relatives will enjoy for years to come

Pets aren't just for Christmas: One gent shows how to get the most out of your menagerie all year round

Sharing the love: If someone plonks a skunk on your lap in a family photo, make sure your brothers get a hand in the action too

Funny farm: Even with their hands full, one family prove they can take life in the great outdoors completely in their stride with this action shot

Dyeing to be noticed: It all started so innocently with a few frosted tips for this animal lover...

Nuts galore: If you think lederhosen, braces and statement tie aren't enough to make your photo stand out, by all means bring in the pet cat and a squirrel from the garden