5/13/24

“You won’t be able to get photos of my dog like that”…and other thoughts.

One of the main concerns of pet owners about having photographs taken of their dogs is that their dogs won’t behave or are not trained enough to have good pictures taken of them. The truth of the matter is that it is easier to get the attention of an untrained dog, than one who is so attached to its owner that it won’t even look at you. Pet photographers want dogs to be the happy, lovable, irritating creatures that they are. That’s how the magic is created!

Dogs that aren’t reliable off a leash are also a concern of pet owners. Leashes and collars can easily be removed in post processing. Most dogs need to be on lead for their safety and the majority of the images on this site are photos that have had leashes and collars removed including this image of the cutie pie Bjarki.

Safety is the first priority of a session and it is especially true when dealing with dogs that are reactive. Sniff Spots or other private locations can serve as an area for a session that doesn’t amp up a dog’s anxiety level. Less distractions equals better focus and beautiful images.

These are a few of the common concerns that pet owners have about getting their pet photographed. Whether in a studio or on location, these and other issues can be addressed with good communication between the photographer and pet owner. A pre session consultation will help with the planning and start the journey toward a successful session and a beautiful work of art!