Frequently Asked Questions

Bring your dogs favourite treats and toys! You can also bring anything you'd like in the photos, prop wise.  For example; sweaters, glasses, costumes, their bed, etc.). 

If your dog is especially fluffy, I recommend grooming a couple weeks before the shoot or at least a good brush/ trim around the eyes. The eyes are the most important part of your pups face so we definitely want to be able to see them! This is especially true of poodles and doodles.

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

Yes! Absolutely! Believe it or not, 95% of the dogs that I 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, I 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.

It's a big decision, but I'm 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). With all that in mind, we'll settle on the perfect location for your custom session.

We prefer to have outdoor sessions where dogs are often more comfortable. We will work with you to find a location that will work well for your pet, often parks.

We generally prefer to schedule our sessions in the early morning, or in the evening when the light is the most flattering. 

We are located in Orange County NY and will work with customers in the surrounding areas including Rockland County, Bergen County. 

Typically, it takes about 10 business days to turn around images from your photoshoot and load them to our online gallery. Additional edits can be performed upon request. 

I 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 can find an out-of-the-way locations that receive very little dog or foot traffic.

My 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. 

We ease into our photoshoots to make sure your dog is as comfortable and happy as they always should be! ​

Of course! I 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, I 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.

Maybe..Let's discuss this upfront and determine if this will work. It often depends upon the dogs and their personality.  Normally, we would recommend doing a separate session for each dog.

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

You can reschedule up to 7 days before your photoshoot and your deposit will transfer.

If you reschedule within 7 days before your photoshoot your deposit will be forfeited. 

The deposit is non-refundable for cancellations of any kind

Everyone who lives in your household (furry or not) is welcome to participate in our session. In the interest of minimizing dis-tractions, however, I 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, I'd be happy to put together a custom quote.

Here's a link to the Google Map that we are maintaining with recommended spots for taking pictures! 

https://maps.app.goo.gl/inzq5u2RmM1AU2CB7