• Before the session:
  • Bathe your animal the day before the session.
  • Most of the sessions start in the morning. If your pet is used to getting breakfast, then feed only a partial breakfast.
• During the session:
  • Sit back and relax! I can take care of everything.
  • It’s okay if your pet doesn’t know how to sit or stay. I will work with them so they know what I want.
  • Feel free to go through any props that you would like to use! I have a huge selection of items that we can use.
• How long are the sessions?
  • The Pupper and Barkday sessions are thirty (30) minutes long.
  • The Wolf and the Doggo sessions typically last an hour and a half to two hours.

• If your animal isn’t used to flash photography, practice with your phone! Be sure to use the flash each time. Also, make sure to reward and give lots of praise!
• If your animal is still not used to the flash by the time the session comes, I will work with your animal to desensitize him/her to the flash

• I typically use The Doggie Express for cakes and cookies. They are wonderful and near to the studio. If you decide to use them, please let them know it’s for a session with me. I will work directly with them on colors and themes.
• I do not provide the cake or cookies for this type of session. If you order from The Doggie Express, I am happy to pick up the cake and/or cookies. Balloons. I will provide the balloons, if requested. You can also get balloons anywhere you like. I really like That Balloon Girl and she will customize your order for the session.
• I always have confetti, but not all dogs approve. I make sure that any of the items that I use with your animal are non-toxic and pet-safe.
• I have several cake stands to choose from.
• I have birthday hats.
• If you want a particular theme, I am more than happy to have props that will follow the theme.

Monochrome images

I love to photograph monochrome images.

• Black dog on black background
• White dog on white background
• Blue (grey) dog on grey background
• Brown dog on brown background

These images can be very dramatic and noticeable.

You will easily be able to see your dog on the same color background.

Bright images vs. Moody images

• We can easily discuss what type of images you are wanting.
• I love both the bright, happy colors and the darker, moody colors
• In a Doggo Session, you have the option to do both!

• I have a huge variety of props. Really. A lot. I have a problem.
  • Bow ties
  • Neck ties
  • Bows
  • Hats
  • Headpieces
  • Flower crowns
  • Sunglasses
  • Chairs
  • Stools
  • Cushions
  • Blankets
  • Fake flowers
• These are only a few options available.
• I am always looking for new items! (Like I said… I have a problem)

• At the beginning of every session, I photograph them without anything on. (nekkid!)
• As we progress through the session, I start to add items to the animal.
  • I will never force a dog to wear something
  • I work with the animal to see how tolerant they are of the items we would like to use.