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5 Top Tips to take beautiful pics of your pet

April 6, 2023 · Updated July 10, 2026 Lena Ross

Small brown and white puppy peeking out of an open camera backpack next to camera gear

Pet owners: raise your hands if you struggle taking photos of your pet. 
We know well, they are sweet and funny… but also, so unpredictable! 
So, here there are our top 5 tips to take pawesome photos of your furry baby! 

1. Capture their perspective

Tabby cat with green eyes sitting upright on a sofa against pink cushions

When taking photos of your pet, try getting down to their level. This can mean sitting or laying on the ground, or even getting lower than them by crouching down. By getting on their level, you’ll be able to capture their perspective and create a more intimate and personal image. Additionally, it can help to avoid distorted perspectives and make your pet look more natural and relaxed in the photo. 

2. Natural Light is Best 

Brown and white dog with ears blowing in the wind smiling on a beach with the sea in the background

We probably told you already many times that natural light is always the best option, for any kind of photos. When taking photos indoors, try to take them near a window or door that allows for plenty of natural light to come in. If you’re taking photos outdoors, try to find a shaded area or avoid taking them during the middle of the day when the sun is at its brightest. This will help you to avoid harsh shadows and create a more pleasing and natural-looking image. 

3. Capture Their Personality 

Close-up of a tabby cat mid-yawn showing its teeth and tongue while lying on a teal blanket

Your pet’s personality is unique and special, so try to capture that in your photos. If your pet is playful and energetic, try to capture them in action. If they’re more laid back and relaxed, try to capture that in a more relaxed and candid setting. By capturing their personality, you’ll be able to create an image that truly represents them and is more meaningful to you. 

4. Play with props 

Golden retriever holding a grey striped elephant plush toy in its mouth against a white background

Props and backgrounds can help you to make the photo a bit more interesting and funnier. Try to choose props that highlight the personality of your pet. The best prop for us? A personalised pet blanket! You can create yours in secs and make your little baby very happy! 

5. Be aware of the background. 

White and grey budgerigar perched on the rim of a glass against a bright green background

Always, chose backgrounds that compliment your pet and add to the overall image, rather than taking away from it. Also, make sure that it does not clash with your pet. Pay attention to the composition and make sure that the picture is not too cluttered. This will help to create a more pleasing and balanced image. 

 And if you are happy with your photos, don’t leave them on your phone! Print your favourite snaps on a on a canvas, mug or photobook… so you can look at them any time you like! 

Tabby cat and a Bernese mountain dog lying nose to nose on the floor together

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About Lena Ross

Lena Ross is part of the editorial team behind the Printerpix blog. We write about personalised photo gifts, covering photo books, canvas prints, custom blankets, personalised calendars and gifts for every occasion. Our content is produced by writers who work closely with Printerpix product and design teams, drawing on real knowledge of how these products are made. We focus on practical advice: gift ideas that work, honest buying guides and how-to tips that link directly to the products we make and stand behind. Printerpix delivers personalised photo gifts to customers around the world.

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