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July 10, 2024

Beyond the Blurry Phone Pic: Schedule Professional Pet Photos Instead


Author: Kristin Skelton
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Why Professional Pet Photos Beat Phone Pics

Our pets hold a paw print on our hearts, bringing endless joy and unconditional love. We snap countless photos of them on our phones, trying to capture their goofy grins, blissful naps, and happy wags. But, let’s face it, those pictures often end up blurry, poorly lit, or cut off at an awkward angle. This is where professional pet photography enters the scene: professional pet photography captures the essence of our animal companions, preserving precious memories, and creating lasting keepsakes.

Capturing Personalities

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A skilled pet photographer understands pets. They have experience capturing each pet’s unique personality, the mischievous glint in their eye, and their signature head tilt. Professional photographers know how to put pets at ease and coax out these quirks, capturing them in a way that a quick phone snap simply can’t. By using treats, toys, and their understanding of animal behavior to capture those perfect, candid moments, pet photographers capture shots by leveraging their talents and equipment.

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Leveraging Photographic Elements

Speaking of leveraging talents, professional photographers have an eye for detail. They know how to use lighting to flatter your pet’s features, choose backdrops and settings that complement their personality, and create compositions that draw the viewer’s eye. This expertise elevates your pet portraits from everyday snapshots to stunning, framable works of art.

Maximizing Memories

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Our pets, unfortunately, don’t have lifespans as long as ours. Professional pet photography allows you to freeze precious moments in time – a playful puppy sniffing the air, a heartwarming cuddle session with a newborn or toddler, or the regal senior pet you adore exploring his favorite place.

These photographs become cherished keepsakes, reminding you of the love and joy your pet brought to your life.

Creating Timeless Keepsakes

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Professional pet photographers offer more than just digital images. You can transform your pet’s portraits into beautiful keepsakes – from high-quality canvas prints to personalized photo albums or even calendars and mugs featuring your furry friend.

These timeless keepsakes make for wonderful conversation starters in your home or thoughtful gifts for your pet’s many fans.

Investing in Love

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While a professional pet photography session might seem like an indulgence, it’s truly an investment in the love you share with your animal companion. These photographs are more than just pictures; they’re windows into a special bond that will bring you joy for decades to come.

And, they are especially wonderful when they capture the love and affection between your pets like in this photo to the left.

Scheduling Your Session

Floofins & Co. is delighted to announce our very own Summer Pet Photo Sessions available now! One of our top notch staff photographers will schedule a one-on-one session in your home or favorite local spot to capture your pet(s) and the love you and your family share. Whether you have a cat, a dog, small mammals, or exotics, you can count on the photos being of utmost quality and bursting with love.

So, ditch the blurry phone pics and give your cherished pet the star treatment they deserve. After all, the love and joy they bring to your life are priceless, and professional pet photography is a beautiful way to capture and preserve that for a lifetime.

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If you are new to Floofins & Co. and interested in our pet photography, dog walking, or pet sitting services, please fill out our contact form. Once received, we will be in touch to further discuss your interest. You may also give us a call at 630-478-8915 or drop us a line at info@floofinsandco.com. We are happy to discuss our services from Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Learn more about our in-home pet care new client onboarding process here.

Do you live in the chicagoland area and are looking for a pet care specialist? Get in touch with our team today:


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