Pet owners like to have photos of their pets, and Pug owners are no exception. Taking pictures of their Pug is something many Pug owners want to do, as they want to be able to share their cute pet with others. Their Pug can seem like a real part of their family, so having photos of them seems natural. But posing for the camera isn’t a natural thing for the Pug! It can be frustrating to try to control the Pug’s natural behavior, like their short attention span and curiosity about things.

The Pug likes to show off and act like a clown, but that doesn’t necessary mean it will hold still or pose for the camera! But you don’t need to give up and forget about photos, or pay expensive fees to a professional photographer. There are many tricks that can help when you are taking pictures of your Pug. If you are prepared and follow the suggestions below, you can get some great shots of your Pug.
There are some things to keep in mind as you shoot photos of your Pug. One of the most important is the time and place you try to take the shots. If you will be outside, early morning or late afternoon will give you the best light, and have your Pug in front of something dark (foliage works well) if they are light and light if they are black (even a homemade backdrop will work). Be down at the Pug’s level, not taking photos from above. And be in close, the better to hold his attention and get that primo shot with the cute expression on his face!

It is smart to have a helper on hand to be a second set of hands. You might want to have a squeaky toy or something else to catch his attention and get the light back into his eyes. Above all, be realistic about what your dog can handle. Some Pugs are content to sit and be photographed without a problem, but others can only take photo sessions in very small doses. You know your dog and can make the right choices.
Pugs are so cute it is natural for owners to want to take really good Pug pictures. But getting a good photograph of your Pug may be a challenge, given that a Pug has a short attention span. If you follow some basic hints, you have a better chance of getting some good shots, especially if you take several photos. Remember, put your Pug in a place where he will show up (not among a lot of other distractions), get down to Pug level, and move in close to catch that adorable expression and light in your Pug’s eye. Try to maintain his attention. Hard, I know, but doable even if it has to be in just little chunks of photo time. Having an assistant can definitely help your Pug be on his best behavior. If all else fails, take some shots of your Pug asleep, a sure fire win in the cute contest!

There are quite a few tricks that can make getting Pug pictures much less frustrating. With the proper preparation and Pug information, photography can be a pleasure.