Absolutely! We often do a “family photo” at the end. Let our photographer Hannah know at the beginning if you’d like to do this, and she’ll make sure to leave time for one.

It is surprisingly difficult to predict how a pet will respond to the environment of a photoshoot. It’s a unique situation, and most dogs and cats have never been in an environment quite like this, and it may take them time to adjust… but they almost always do. How much time completely depends on the pet’s personality. Some waltz in and immediately start posing, like they were born to model. Others take some time to warm up!

Here’s what owner/operator Hannah Davison has to say about working with nervous pets:

”In the course of doing this work, I have learned 3 important tools when a dog or cat is nervous:

1. Patience- I take my time, let them sniff around and check things out.

2. Persistence- Once it’s time to start shooting, we keep gently trying new things until we find what works for your pet!

3. TREATS- The real secret weapon.

Through my work photographing new arrivals for local rescue organizations, I have worked with many traumatized dogs who have a very good reason to distrust humans. The good news is: most dogs are food motivated and curious enough to brave the new situation, and soon they are having a great time.

Most dogs are easy, a few are challenging, but I am always determined to get beautiful photos of your dog that show their unique personality.”

We also have the option for flash-free photography if your pet is showing a strong aversion to the sound of the flash.

If your pet takes any medication for anxiety, for example before grooming or the vet, this might be a great time to use it. Reach out if you’re not sure!

We keep the studio stocked with a variety of interesting snacks, but mainly we use freeze-dried beef liver. If your dog is very picky, or has digestive issues, bring their favourite treat.

If your pup is a fashion icon, bring a few wardrobe changes!

If your dog is obsessed with a particular toy or ball, bring that along.

If you have a high-energy dog, we usually suggest a vigorous play session before the shoot, if possible. It may help them to focus.

Since food motivation is our main tool to capture your pup’s attention, it sometimes helps if you feed them a bit less the day of the shoot, especially if they are only moderately food motivated. (We’re not talking starvation here, just a little gentle fasting.)

If you get your dog groomed, you can time your shoot to your favourite stage of your dog’s coat-growth cycle. Hair growing into the eyes can make it hard to capture the full personality of your dog's face, so that's something to consider, especially for our doodle friends!

Our default is to shoot them both individually as well as together, but your preference (and their cooperation!) will guide our approach. Most folks prefer a combination. Sometimes it’s tricky to coordinate, and Hannah will probably get you to help out!

Not a problem! Get that little guy in here! We have puppy pads, and accidents are never a big deal.

We’ve had lots of dogs who don’t yet know basic commands (usually rescues or puppies) and as long as they are food motivated, we manage just fine.

Every session fee includes 5 high-res, printable, retouched digital photos. You get to download watermarked, low-res copies of every photo taken, so you can choose your finals (and have a memory of the whole session, bloopers and all!). Then, if you decide you would like to purchase additional high-res images, you can do so at the rate of $35 per image. We do not share the raw unedited photos, because in their unedited form do not match the standard we hold for our work.

There is Green P parking along Queen St. West, and nearby side streets.

This is a great reason to come and visit- Hannah lights your pups carefully to make sure that even the most jet black of handsome devils are wickedly defined. Check our portfolio to see some examples!