- Use Natural Light - If possible always use natural light when taking your pet in picture. Avoid flash, as flash burst can, not only cause red-eye, but also frighten the animal. Instead try to go outside or, if it is not possible, in a room well lit by a large window.
- Keep the Eyes Sharp - Having sharp eyes is important in any kind of portraits photography. As they say, “Eyes are the Window to the Soul” and pets eye can be very expressive. So make sure to focus on your pet’s eyes and keep the tack sharp
- Go to Them - It is very important that you pet feels comfortable & at ease, so instead of forcing him to come to you go to him. Most important is to get down to his level; We all know how a dog looks when viewed from above, this is the way we always see them. Show us the way they see the world! Sit on the floor or lie on your belly & remember to shoot from HIS eye level or below.
- Give Value to their Character - You know your pet better than anyone else, and a successful picture is one that conveys the character of its subject. If you have a lazy cat show him yawning, if your animal is of a playful type show him in action performing his favorite trick.
- Go Macro - Put on that long lens & fill the frame with your pet’s face & fur, close up shots often make beautiful animal portrait.
- Surprise Them - One of the most difficult things is to let your pet hold still. An easy trick is to let him play quietly & once you have everything ready, let someone call for him or whistle. This will surprise him & caught his attention and you will have a few seconds to capture him in a nice & alert posture
- Be Patient - Pet photography requires a lot of patience. No matter how excited your furry friend is, if you are patient enough, he will end up by relaxing and you will have the opportunity to get a decent shot. Adopted From http://digital-photography-school.com)
