How to Prep for a Photo Session with Your Pet



For many people, pets are furry members of the family. It is no surprise that they want to include their pets in their photos. Including your pets in your photo session requires extra preparation, but it is certainly doable.

Below are a few tips to prepare you for your photo session with your pet. 

You will need to get your pet to sit still and behave to make this work. Pets can get very excited when new people are around, so let your pet become acquainted with your photographer beforehand. Bring treats and toys that your pet enjoys so that you have something to use to grab their attention if necessary. 

Keep a leash or harness ready, just in case. Even though your pet might be well trained, it never hurts to be prepared. You may also want to arrange your poses to hold onto your pet securely without it looking like you are hanging on for dear life. Your photographer will help you with this.

If you know that your photo session will take some time, give your pets the chance to take breaks, walk around and drink water. You won’t be able to force a pet to sit still if they are thirsty or agitated. 

If you really want to keep your pets calm, try arranging your photo session in a place where your pet will feel most comfortable such as your garden or a park.

For the best results, try and work with a photographer that has previously worked with animals. This will help make the process of photographing your pets even more enjoyable.