Written By: Briseis Schreibman, Edited by Abbi Colborn

The Age Of Pet Social Media Influencers Is Upon Us!

Pale golden retriever sits next to a white couch, out of focus. In the center of the picture, two arms extend, holding a smartphone, open to the camera app. The dog poses and gazes ahead.

With Instagram, Tiktok, and Facebook feeds filled to the brim with perfectly timed snapshots, it’s only natural to wish for the same high-quality shots of your pet. Though when it comes down to it, these seemingly effortless shots can be anything but. I have tried to help my pets rise to stardom but have struggled with camera-shy cats, energetic pups, and dim lighting. As I started working with CUP and began photographing pets more regularly, I picked up on a few simple tricks!

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Picking The Right Environment Is Key

A wrinkly, blonde bloodhound and gray cat with black stripes and a white belly on a bench. The cat lays down, its eyes are closed, and its head rests on an old fashioned camera. The hound, sitting upright, looks down at the camera, it's left ear drooping over the cats head.

First and foremost, photographing your pet in a place both of you are familiar with will allow you to predict how they will behave, and ensure they’re at ease. Rather than going to a bustling new park, stick to their favorite room of the house or a pretty spot you walk by frequently. Knowing how your pet will interact with the space will allow you to plan what types of shots you can realistically achieve.

Get Eye Level With Your Pet

Close up on a husky's blue eyes. Grey stripes streak up the dog's snout, fading into a black forehead. White patches swoop above his brows, and down his cheekbones. The fur around his eyeline is pitch black, accent the sky blue in his eyes.

Once you’ve found your location, it’s picture time. Coming down to their level means you capture their facial expressions up close and personal! Use gentle attention-getters like kissy noises or snaps to have them look your direction. For an especially camera shy pet, you may even want to use small treats to coax them into making eye-contact. And of course, have fun! If you’re feeling stressed about getting the perfect shot, your pet will pick up on that energy.

Let loose, take lots and lots of photos!

The more photos you have, the more good ones you’ll have to choose between. You can always go back to find the best ones and work some editing magic. Every pet has their photogenic side; it’s just a matter of helping them discover it.

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