🐾 5 Ways to Make Your Pet Photography Session a Success! 🐾

So, you’ve booked a pet photography session—exciting! 🎉 But now you might be wondering, "How do I make sure my pet behaves? What if they don’t sit still? What if they act like a total goofball?" (Spoiler: Goofy pets make the best photos!)

Don't worry—I've got you covered! Here are five simple ways to set yourself and your pet up for an amazing photoshoot experience.

1️⃣ Let Your Pet Be… Well, a Pet! 🐕

Let’s be real—pets don’t always follow directions. And that’s okay! Some of the best photos happen when your pet is just being their adorable, quirky self. Whether they’re tilting their head in confusion, zooming around like a maniac, or giving me their best "I'm too cool for this" look, I’ll capture it all.

So, if your pup refuses to sit or your cat has better things to do, don’t stress! We’ll work with their personality—not against it.

2️⃣ Bring Their Favourite Treats & Toys 🍖

Imagine someone asked you to sit still and smile for an hour—with no snacks. Unthinkable, right? Pets feel the same way!

Bringing high-value treats (think cheese, chicken, or their absolute favourite biscuit) is a great way to keep their attention. If your pet is more into toys, pack their favourite squeaky, ball, or even a scruffy old teddy—whatever gets their tail wagging!

I also have a stash of treats and fun noises to grab their attention, but having familiar favourites always helps.

3️⃣ Exercise First, Not Exhaustion! 🚴‍♀️

A little pre-session playtime is a great idea! A quick walk or play session can help burn off excess energy, so your pet isn’t bouncing off the walls when we start. But don’t overdo it—if they’re completely wiped out, we might just get a lot of "sleepy dog flops on the ground" shots (adorable, but not exactly action-packed!).

For high-energy pets, a short run or some fetch before the session works wonders.

4️⃣ Keep Calm & Carry On (Your Pet Will Pick Up on Your Energy!) 😌

Pets are experts at reading our emotions. If you’re stressed, they’ll pick up on it. If you’re relaxed and having fun, they’ll feel at ease too.

So, take a deep breath, enjoy the experience, and trust the process. Even if your pet is a little chaotic (or a LOT chaotic), I’ve worked with every type—shy, hyper, stubborn, and everything in between.

My goal? To capture their personality beautifully, no matter what.

5️⃣ Dress the Part (And Think About Colours!) 👗

If you’re joining your pet in the photos, think about what colours will complement them. If your dog is dark-furred, lighter colours will help them stand out. If your cat is orange, earthy tones might make them pop.

And while coordinating with your pet is adorable, avoid super-busy patterns that might distract from the star of the show (your pet, obviously!).

Oh, and one last tip—pet hair happens. If your pup is a shedder, bring a lint roller!

Final Thoughts: Have Fun With It! 🎉

At the end of the day, pet photography is about capturing your pet’s unique personality and your bond with them. So whether your dog/cat sits perfectly or spends the whole session trying to lick my camera, we’ll create photos you’ll cherish forever.

Ready to book a session? Let’s do this! 📸🐾

👉 [Book Your Pet’s Photoshoot Today!]