Apparently, yes Snapchat pictures can be stored and recoved using third party apps. That means you can't do it with a regular Snapchat account and no other help, you have to go lookng for the right apps to download, which will help you store Snapchat images.
Luckily, I've done some research:
Snapchat apps that will allow you to store Snaps
- SnapBox
- LaterPic
There were more apps on the list, but Google removed a bunch from the Play Store (you can read about that here http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/29/mystery-of-the-missing-snapchat-hacks/)
There are also two or three that I can't mention because I'm not sure you're allowed to post about hacking sites on here, but if you are interested - comment below and I will message you privately on here.