In today's article, we are going to talk about the different ways to pose your dog. The most important thing when working with your pup and photography is make sure they are not stressed and safe. It should be a fun experience for them. If they are stressed or unhappy it will not make for a good photograph. So have fun, give them tons of treats, and go with the flow!
Sitting
The most common pose is to have them sit. You can have your dog sitting on a chair, on the ground, or on stairs. Remember to never force a dog to sit down. Forcing them could cause injury. If they won't sit for the picture it's ok because there are other poses we can try!
On their back
Dogs are so cute and they often roll on their backs. Can you see it now you're pup on a couch hanging his head off the edge while upside down? They love giving that adorable look of I'm not doing anything wrong.
Standing
Another pose you can complete with your pup is having them stand. You can have them stand in front of a wall, on a set of stairs, or in water. Remember to keep an eye out for potential wildlife because you want to keep your pup safe. If you have your pup standing on a high object, remember to make sure it is safe for them and you have a spotter.
Paws on an item
Another great pose to complete with your pup is to have them set their front paws on an item. This could be a wall, back of a chair, or fence.
Laying down
You can have your dog lay down on a couch, in a chair, or on the ground. If you have your pup on the ground remember you will need to get very low so that you are on the same eye level as them while taking those pictures.
Remember if your dog knows how to sit, lay down, and stay you will be able to get a wider variety of pictures of your dog. Otherwise, I would suggest going with the flow. If you have any questions, please reach out to me. You can text me at 321-765-9473.
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