Those precious few months where your puppy is adorably clumsy, small and squeezable are memories you’re going toYou want toKeep it close to your heart for a lifetime. We compiled our top dog photography picks from the internet. to inspire you toMake sure you take the best photos. Because let’s be honest, every photo of your adorable puppy are already ‘aww-worthy.’ From newborn inspired shoots to family and cuddle shots, we’ve got you covered.
- Photo Tips
- Puppy Picture Ideas
PuppyPhotoshoot Tips
Keep Perspective
Take their favourite oversized stuffed animal, or their small body in your arms and use your camera to capture their perspective toShow off how adorable and tiny your puppy is. They’ll never be this small or precious ever again!
Ideal Nap Time
Your dog is likely to be awake and running around playing, getting into (adorable) trouble. You can still enjoy their downtime. to position them in the cutest ways—from a flower crown toYou can snuggle up in a basket or a teacup, while you sip your cup of tea. These still, quiet moments can also be used toPhotograph their tiny paws with ultra-soft fur.
Everything Is An Adventure—CaptureIt
Everything is new toA puppy is curious and exuberant, so make the most of it toYou can capture some truly unique and entertaining shots. Take them, for example. toThe beach toYou can dig the first time, throw a dozen toys at them and capture their reaction.
37 Puppy Picture Ideas
1. All Eyes on Them
Instead of taking a formal family photo with everyone looking at the camera and turning towards your dog, take a shot that is more focused on your pup. You will get more depth if you focus your attention on your dog and not on the family. toThe shot.
2. They’re on the Edge
We love the shot of the puppy lying on the edge. Because they have an open frame, it works well. The shot could also be taken with a puppy perched on a couch edge or other surface.
3. Make a Beautiful Bed
Use their natural sleepiness to prop them almost anywhere. This flower wreath and matching flower crown are a great gift for your pup.
4. CaptureThis playful look
Your puppy will have a cute little face whether they are chewing on ticks or your shoe laces. Be sure toGrab your camera the next time they are playing or eating and capture the moment.
5. 5. Their Level
If you’re shooting a portrait of a puppy and their human, have them get down on their level. You want to capture those moments when the human looks down at their puppy and away from the camera. This will make it feel more natural.
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This is classic for a reason—it’s timeless and adorable. You can either shoot your dog with a flower crown or try to capture him wearing it. to stumble out, you’re bound toShare something sweet and worthwhile.
7. Place them inside your jacket
A puppy can go everywhere with you. The next time you are carrying your puppy around in your jacket, take a picture of them peeking out or nestling inside your collar.
8. Toys as a Sleeping Partner
Luckily puppies sleep—and they sleep a lot. Capture these moments cuddled up with your puppy. It’s bound toIt is precious.
9. 9. TheirPaws
Those tiny little paws aren’t going toYou can be like this forever. Get close toYou can capture their adorable little paws. It’s even better if you can get them up against a cozy blanket, too.
10. The Simba Shot
You can copy the scene from The Lion King in which baby Simba was held high. You can capture your puppy’s adorable expression and showcase features like their tiny paws. This shot is truly extraordinary because of the focus and angle.
11. They’re in the Grass
Let your dog play in the grass, and then take photos from high up. It’s a fun natural backdrop and an interesting angle.
12. Sunset shots
There’s nothing that elevates a photo like good lighting. Just about any photo of your pup will be cute, but stick them in a field during sunset and you’re bound toYou will leave with some amazing photos.
13. Turn Upside Down
A puppy is bound toTry to get them into funny positions. Capture these funny angles by shooting them as they play.
14. Play with the Sheets
Capture your puppy’s natural playful nature in a beautiful way. Crisp white sheets make a beautiful backdrop. toCapture the great movements of your dog and the billowing sheets.
15. Get them to sit for a portrait
We’re not saying this will be easy, but it will definitely be worth it. The adorable little chair that they used to place the fluffy dog into is just beautiful.
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It can be challenging to shoot dogs with darker fur. It can be difficult to get your dog to look good when they are surrounded by something lighter and more luxurious, such as this gorgeous baby-blue blanket.
17. Focus on TheirFeatures
Focus on your strengths toHighlight certain characteristics of your puppy. Their tiny little face or short legs could be highlighted. We love the way the photographer kept their entire body in the shot. It allows your eyes to see the whole thing. toMove up and continue to move upward toThe focus is on the head.
18. Let Them Go Wild
Your puppy will love to play with toys or treats! You’re bound toCapture some cute expressions to make your day.
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A flower crown can make those precious, peaceful moments more special. We love this in baby photo shoots, and it’s equally beautiful on puppies.
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You will also need family shots. Put your puppy between you and snuggle them together.
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Start playing with your puppy toThese priceless moments can be captured. We suggest putting your camera in sport mode so you can’t miss those precious moments. If you are feeling overwhelmed by this shot, you can also check out these puppy quotes.
22. Use household items
Do you have a dog who is obsessed with socks? Give into their whims just this once and you’re sure toTake a picture that is hilariously adorable.
23. Dig, Dig and Dig!
Puppies can be mischievous and naughty little creatures. CaptureThey may be found digging in the sand, or in their backyard. There is a good chance that the hole will be larger than they actually are, which will only increase the likelihood of them digging in the sand or backyard. toThe adorableness.
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You will never be the same. toYou want to put a puppy down—so don’t. CaptureThey can be carried in your arms or sat on your shoulders, watching the world go by. Someday they might grow too large. to do so.
25. 25. TheirFace
Since puppies move around so much, it’s probably easiest to capture their faces while they’re sound asleep. We love that the photographer placed the head directly in front of the camera and took advantage of the angle to capture the body. toComplete the background
26. The Group Shot
Do not pose for family photos. Be normal. Do not be shy about giggling over your puppy. Give hugs and belly rubs. These photos are more personal and dynamic. This is a great tip to include your dog in a wedding.
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The adorable shot of the puppy sitting on a stool is simply too cute. We love how the photographer used texture to add a shaggy rug as well as a knitted blanket. These little details add a lot to the shot.
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Take a few photos of your dog picking up their favorite toy. If the toy is bigger than they are, you get an extra point for cuteness.
29. Use TheirColoring
Hay is best for golden dogs. Put your orange or brown dog in a pile with leaves. Using a natural backdrop that’s the same color as their fur will be like the cutest edition of Where’s Waldo there ever was.
30. Bath Time
Get ready for cuteness overload—as it may be hard toTake this picture without any hesitation toGive them a warm hug immediately. Be sure to add bubbles to your bath too, as it’ll add some great dimension and something fun for them toInteract with.
31. These can be put in almost anything
Place your pup in just about anything overly big or really small and you’re bound toMake something that is too cute for words. You can get help getting them toUse treats or their favorite toys to get them to sit still.
32. 32. TheirNewborn Fur
Puppies are just like babies—there’s nothing quite as soft as newborn skin or fur. While a photo can’t quite capture that newborn softness, it can at least capture the essence of it. Place them against something smooth such as sheets or zoom in. toThe texture should be captured
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You said ‘aww’ right when you saw this, didn’t you? This shot was taken with a low aperture, which allowed for great focus on the puppy. It captured those adorable snuggles as well as his beautiful ears.
34. Make sure you are tight!
Zooming with your feet is better than using a lens. toYour pooch will be as happy as you are toPhotograph their precious little faces. They might have blue eyes as a puppy or extra wrinkles—get in there and shoot those adorable little features that won’t last forever.
35 35. Their Uniqueness
Some dogs are covered with spots, while others have tiny ears. They may lose these features as they get older, so make sure to be aware. toNow is the time to capture them. This little frenchie is a delight against a gentle backdrop of a natural landscape.
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Don’t just play with your puppy, play around with your focus. You can really achieve some unique shots by just toying around with where you focus the lens—creating images that are both adorable and professional.
37. Stick them in tiny objects
There’s no better way toYou can capture your tiny dog better than placing them in small objects. It’s fun to look back on photos of your grown dog in a tiny bowl. toRemind yourself of those first days.
Every photo you take with your puppy is going to be adorable. But we hope that this list has been an inspiration to you. to get creative, use light, depth of field, and take advantage of your pup’s sleepy and excitable disposition toTake fun, but equally stunning frames-worthy photos.
