Not at all! Some of our favorite portraits are of dogs standing up. And rest assured, we have a DEEP well of unique sounds and tasty treats to grab their attention—even if it’s just for that split second while we capture each image.

Yes! Absolutely! Believe it or not, 95% of the dogs that we photograph are on leash. Leashes not only keep your best pal safe, but they’re also important for following local laws when photographing in urban environments. Thanks to the wizardry of Photoshop, leashes will be removed from most final images.

Well, Photoshop does have its limitations. Super-bulky harnesses hide so much of the dog’s chest that it’s very challenging to accurately rebuild those pixels in post-production. Gentle leaders can leave unsightly shadows or pull on the dog’s skin, so those are also a challenge to digitally remove. If your dog normally wears one of these for walks, we recommend using it while walking to our location, but also bringing a flat collar to use for the actual shoot. If you need to stick with the harness or gentle leader but would like it edited from final images, there is an additional retouching fee. However, digital removals for leashes, regular flat collars and martingale collars are always included.

We completely understand; the world can be a scary place for all of us sometimes. If your dog is nervous or reactive, we can choose a location that suits his temperment. We have a few out-of-the-way locations that receive very little dog or foot traffic, or we can rent a private location for a small fee, ensuring that we see won’t see a soul.

Our camera shutter speed goes all the way up to 1/8000 of a second—in other words, plenty fast enough to capture even the most active dog! Our sessions never require your dog to sit, stay and behave for hours (or even minutes) on end. One of the benefits of hiring a pet-specific photographer is that we know how to work with “hyper” models and still deliver gorgeous images, jam-packed with personality.

Of course! We love documenting the wonderful connection between you and your dog. While we can certainly capture a traditional portrait of you both smiling at the camera, my clients especially love the candid images of the moments you share. If you’re especially camera shy, we can still create some lovely, creative images that tell the story of your relationship. Please just trust me, and remember that you don’t need to purchase or display any images that you don’t adore.

The most magical light for photography happens during the “golden hour,” which is why we schedule most sessions during the last two hours of daylight. However, certain locations—such as urban areas that bustle with activity during the evening—are better suited for morning sessions, when we can still take advantage of the lovely low-angle light.

It’s a big decision, but we are here to help with plenty of recommendations. During our session-planning call we’ll discuss the look you’re after, any special needs your dog might have (mobility challenges, anxiety, etc.) and scheduling constraints on your part (e.g. mornings only). Make sure you swing by our portfolio page and check out some of our favorite locations. With all that in mind, we’ll settle on the perfect location for your custom session.

If the weather is less than ideal, we can definitely reschedule. Your reservation retainer simply transfers over to our new session date—easy peasy!

Everyone who lives in your household (furry or not) is welcome to participate in our session. In the interest of minimizing distractions, however, we do ask that only those who will be in the photos come along. If you’re interested in holding a session with your dog’s best bud or your extended family, we'd be happy to put together a custom quote.

Fur, feathers, scales and tails—we can photograph them all! While the majority of our clients are of the canine variety, we do photograph the equine and feline set from time to time.