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5 Tips to Help You Take the Best Pet Photo
Are you one of the proud owners of a fourlegged friend? If so, then National Pet Day on January 14th must mean something to you. After all, who doesn’t want to celebrate their pets? Even if you don’t have pets, it’s still nice to see how many people love their animals and honor them with such an awesome holiday. But it can be hard to get that perfect photo of your furry friend, so we’ve come up with five tips to help make sure you take the best pet photo this year!
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5. Distractions please! Dogs respond well to distractions like treats, toys and squeaky items; bring along some favorite play things. Cats often favor a quieter atmosphere and will be more willing to cooperate if there aren’t any other animals nearby pestering them.
General considerations when posing your pet What’s the best way to get pictures of my Pets can be hard to pose, so make sure that pet? you have their attention when you do get a 1. Tell your pet, It’s okay! Then gently place a photo opportunity. Cats are especially good treat in front of its nose and snap away. at ignoring things they’re not interested in, and dogs may tend to wander if they don’t 2. Treat them: Reward good behavior with a know what’s going on or if they think sometreat for compliance and obedience—don’t thing else is going on elsewhere. The best force them into awkward positions by hold- way to ensure that your pet stays where you ing out a treat, as it may take several shots want him or her is with some patience—and before they even look at it, let alone eat it. maybe a few treats! If you want your dog focused on you, try having his favorite toy 3. Don’t overthink it: If you want profession- nearby and ask him for it before taking his al-looking images, don’t overthink how you picture. can achieve that effect; if natural is what you want, then stick to natural light (and keep How can I get creative when dressing up my pets on a leash!). pet? Not all pets get along with costumes, but 4. Where are you? Look around for other most will play along. Here are some tips for spots within range where you could capture creating your own pet costume - Start by images that represent your specific environ- checking with friends and family who have ment or personality (e.g., poolside or living pets: they might be willing to share old outfits they no longer use. - Cat costumes can be purchased at almost any pet store. - If there is a specific theme or holiday that inspired your photo idea, look for accessories that match your idea. Be creative! The possibilities are endless! Enter To Win! Enter to win our contest by submitting a picture of your furry friend dressed up by January 13th to Info@TheFlatsAtAvalonPark.com. We will be announcing the winners on our social medias on January 14th. The Top Dog and Top Cat winners will receive a special gift bag provided by Avalon Family Vet. For more information on leasing at The Flats at Avalon Park, visit us online or contact our leasing office at (407) 273-4337.
