11/17/24
Happy National Hiking Day! Ever since I was a little kid, my family and I would go for hikes! It’s a great way to get in touch with nature and even yourself! Be sure to wear appropriate shoes and bring food and water. If hiking with a furry companion, be sure to bring them water with bowl as well as a leash and poo bags. Remember to be aware of your surroundings and make safe choices. Most importantly, get up, get out there and have fun!

11/14/24
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! If you’ve been thinking about adding a four-legged-friend to your family, consider opening your home and your heart to an older dog or cat in need. Adopting a senior pet comes with some unique advantages. Grown pets don’t require the constant monitoring and training that puppies and kittens do and many are already housetrained! Consider adding a senior pet to your home because when you adopt a senior pet, you’re not only welcoming a lifetime of love into your home, you’re also saving a precious life. Pictured is my Princess, 14 years young!

11/12/24
November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month. Pets with diabetes cannot produce or utilize insulin properly, preventing the conversion of food to energy. Without the conversion to energy, extra sugar left in the blood leads to lethargy and other health problems. Diabetes cannot be cured, but with proper treatment and monitoring your pet can live a long, happy life. If you suspect your furbaby might have diabetes, talk to your local vet today!

11/11/24
Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service!

11/10/24
November 10th-16th 2024 is Human Animal Relationship Week! Human Animal Relationship Awareness Week (HARA) is all about improving human knowledge in order to improve the lives of the animals we all love and need, building communities that are more humane and compassionate. HARA works to improve the lives of animals while advancing the way they are related to and treated by people all over the world.

11/08/24
Pet Cancer Awareness Month is in November! It was created by the Animal Cancer Foundation in 2005. The month is acknowledged around the world and aims to bring awareness to cancer in pets. We are searching for more research to understand how cancer can affect both pets and humans. Some people prefer to bring awareness during the month by partaking in fundraiser walks and social media posts, while others prefer a more private celebration to honor their pets.

11/07/24
Nov 3rd-9th is National Shelter Appreciation Week! The Humane Society of the United States founded National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in 1996 to acknowledge and appreciate the role of animal shelters in communities all over the country. This holiday encourages the public to understand the level of work involved in caring for animals and to volunteer to help at their local animal shelter. Thank you to all the shelters and volunteers here and around the Coachella Valley! We appreciate you!

11/01/24
Join us in congratulating Marvel for winning our pet costume contest! Marvel is a special needs dog in a wheelchair who was rescued with a fractured vertebrate. There is a photo on our social media of him is pictured as the Paletero man! How sweet! Marvel won a Classic Pet Portrait session valued at $350! Way to go Marvel!

10/31/24
Our costume contest is officially closed! Stay tuned to see our winner tomorrow! November 1st!

10/31/24
Only a couple hours left in our Halloween contest! Let’s get those pet costume photos in! Comment and like on the costumes you think are the best!

10/28/24
Happy National Black Cat Day!

This is a photo of Horus! There are a lot of myths and superstitions surrounding black cats. A superstition is a belief or practice that is not based on reason or fact, and is often attributed to magic or fate. One superstition is that black cats are unlucky, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! If you’ve ever had a black cat in your life, you’d know they actually bring you luck

Let’s squash negative stereotypes this Halloween season! Adopt or foster a black cat today!

10/27/24
Pet Costume Contest!

Drawing will be held Thursday, October 31st, 2024 @ 11:59pm pst* *New extended deadline* Share a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume and tag one of our social media accounts. The photo with the most likes/comments at the end of the contest wins! Win a classic pet portrait session! A $350 value! Classic pet portrait session includes 10 digital images, $50 credit towards wall art and 1 entry into the “Bright & Beautiful” drawing. Winner must be in the greater Palm Springs area to claim prize.

10/26/24
We just updated our ‘About Me’ page on our website! Get to know your pet photographer today!

10/15/24
Have you seen our new merch? We have our brand on t-shirts, pet bandanas and pet hoodies! Check them out!

10/10/24
October 10th is World Mental Health Day!

Pets have a huge impact on our mental health. They can make us feel happier and healthier! After all, there’s a reason pets are considered part of the family!

Pets can make us feel loved by actually helping us release dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin. They also make us feel less lonely. As you might have seen during the lockdowns, adoption rates were up for a reason. There are multiple studies that say having a pet is good for your heart as it can lower blood pressure. Pets are also well known for helping to reduce stress and anxiety. Some people can even get emotional support animals! Pets can also encourage us to get outside and exercise more. Animals can also help us in reducing depression and PTSD. This mental health day, let’s thank the pets in our lives for helping support our mental health! Thank you Jasper!

10/08/24
Enter to win! Drawing will be held Wednesday, October 30th @ 9pm pst. Share a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume and tag our social media accounts. The photo with the most likes/comments at the end of the contest wins! Win a Classic Pet Portrait Session. A $350 value! 2 hour classic portrait session, 10 digital images, in-person portrait reveal session, $50 credit towards wall art, 1 entry into “Bright & Beautiful” drawing. Winner must be in greater Palm Springs area to claim prize.

10/02/24
National Walk Your Dog Week, which takes place during the first week of October every year, is all about getting out and about with your dog to improve both their mental and physical health. Too many dogs don’t have the outlet needed to stay physically and mentally fit. Sometimes this can result in behavioral issues such as aggression, destruction, and separation anxiety. We are finding that up to 40% of dogs are facing obesity also! Let’s use this week to develop healthy habits with our dogs! Just one 30 minute walk per day is said to meet national heart health recommendations for dogs. Not only will your dog be happier and healthier, you will too!

09/30/24
September 30th is National Pet Tricks Day! So how do you train your pet to do tricks?

My cat Jasper knows ‘sit’ and ‘outside’ very well! He’s working on stay, place and shake!

Use positive reinforcement, not punishment. Many dogs and cats will do tricks for treats!

Be consistent! Regular practice is the key to success.

Make it fun! Add high value treats like cheese or add their favorite toys. Make it a game!

Try a training service like K9 Parent Training in Palm Springs.

Sit. Stay. Celebrate National Pet Tricks Day!

09/30/24
Enter to win! Drawing will be held Wednesday, October 30th @ 9pm pst. Share a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume and tag our social media accounts. The photo with the most likes/comments at the end of the contest wins! Win a Classic Pet Portrait Session. A $350 value! 2 hour classic portrait session, 10 digital images, in-person portrait reveal session, $50 credit towards wall art, 1 entry into “Bright & Beautiful” drawing. Winner must be in greater Palm Springs area to claim prize.

09/30/24
Have you ever taken a snapshot and ended up with the red eye effect? Why does this happen? Scientifically speaking, when you are in a low light situation and a direct flash happens to your eyes relative to the optical axis of the camera, your pupils don’t have enough time to close. The flash speeds are a fraction of a second so the flash is actually reflecting off the fundus at the back of the eyeball and back out the pupil. It ends up being red because because of the blood in the choroid that nourishes the eye.

Simply speaking, it’s a reflection of the blood behind your eyes due to the bright flash and low ambient light.

This can be prevented in a number of ways. Bounce the flash off a nearby wall, ceiling, or even someone elses white t-shirt so the flash is not going directly into their pupils. Take photos without a flash if you can and add more ambient lights or lamps so the scene is not as dark. Some cameras and phones now have red eye reduction features built right in!

If you found this helpful or informative, comment, like and share with your friends!

09/29/24
Happy National Goose Day!

Goslings will imprint on the 1st thing they see moving. My goose, Harvey Birdman, thinks I’m his mom and only lets me touch him, no one else! Silly goose!

09/23/24
Deaf Dog Awareness Week this year is September 22-28th.

Signs your dog might be deaf or partially deaf:

1. Ignores loud noises like fireworks, dropping something heavy, or yelling.

2. Barks frequently, loudly or makes weird noises. Some dogs can’t hear themselves barking!

3. Ear pain or infections. Some dogs that suffer frequent ear trouble may have or develop hearing problems.

4. Is easily surprised. Dogs that don’t hear well may be surprised if you walk up to them quickly. They may even snap at you!

5. Genetics. Simply put, for some dogs, it’s the luck of the draw. Some breeds, like the Dalmatian, are more susceptible to being deaf.

6. Age. Some dogs start losing their hearing with age.

Deaf dogs face unique challenges and it takes some getting used to, but they are not much different from hearing dogs. Instead of verbal commands, your dog can use hand signals, visual cues and even your body language. Over time, just like parenting a hearing dog, caring for a differently “abled” dog can become second nature.

Share this information with your friends to spread the word about Deaf Dog Awareness Week!

09/22/24
Only one week until our holiday pet portraits! Time is running out and spaces are filling up fast! Book today on our website so you don’t lose your spot! This really is the best deal to get your holiday photos with time to mail them out!

09/21/24
Join our facebook group to ask questions, receive support and share photos!!! See you there!

09/14/24
Awesome shoot today with K9 Parent Training and Enlighten Dog Training teaching defensive dog handling and dog psychology. Be on the lookout for more classes and training soon! Follow Manny at K9 Parent Training and Chris at Enlighten Dogs for more information. As always be on the lookout for our pop-up photo sessions. Our holiday photo session is Sept 29th and we are now booking! Space is limited so reserve your spot today!

09/10/24
Biggem is ready for the holidays with his portraits! He just can’t decide if he wants prints or holiday cards, maybe he’ll do both! Now booking for holiday sessions in Palm Springs for September 29th. Book today on our website!

09/08/24
Are you a pet professional? Are you a pet guardian dealing with a challenging dog? If you answered yes, this seminar is for you. Your support has arrived. They will help educate you in safety and prevention for you and your dog’s well being.

Chris from Enlighten Dogs and Manny from K9 Parent Training are teaming up once again and would like to invite you to their exclusive Defensive Dog Handling seminar!

Join the event page on Facebook for more information!

09/04/24
September 4th is National Wildlife Day!

National wildlife day is dedicated to honoring Steve Irwin’s work and raising awareness for sanctuaries and preservation organizations, and promoting the importance of protecting endangered animals and their habitats.

We are lucky to be living in the desert where we have such a diverse array of wildlife. From reptiles, to big horn sheep, to arachnids, and even mountain lions, we definitely share this desert with a lot of critters! So today we reflect on the importance of protecting those animals and their habitats and we also want to say thank you to those who dedicate their lives to continue this work! Thank you!

09/03/24
September is Happy Cat Month!

Cat experts, cat wellness groups and expert veterinarians have come together to make this month about the health and wellbeing of our feline companions! There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about cats being the low maintenance counterpart to dogs. While their needs may be different, cats require just as much care and attention as any other pet. This month serves as a reminder that our cats need us as pet parents to support their physical and mental health. Check in with your cat regularly and team up with your local vet if you notice any negative or questionable changes in not only your cats physical wellbeing, but also if you notice any changes in behavior. Cats are notorious for hiding their pain so they may hide or become standoffish when not feeling their best. We are so lucky to live in a world with cats! If the cat distribution system has blessed you with a feline companion, or even if you just love cats, Happy Cat Month!

09/02/24
Did you know? September is national animal pain awareness month. Check out social media for some things to look for when it comes to acute and chronic pain. As always, if your pet is in pain, team up with your local vet to plan for your pets wellness.

08/31/24
What are you waiting for? Sit. Stay. Book today! Space is limited. Kaylarie Gallerie is teaming up with our friends K9 Parent Training in Palm Springs for this session.

08/25/24
Today is booking day for our holiday photo sessions! We are all excited. At noon today, be on the lookout for how to book your holiday photo session. These sessions will be taking place Sunday, September 29th from 10a-4p in Palm Springs with our friends from the K9PT Place. There are a limited number of sessions available, so book yours soon!

See you at noon!

08/20/24
Just 5 more days until booking opens up for holiday portrait sessions! August 25th at 12p we will share the signup page! My demure girl Micro is looking forward to seeing all the holiday pet photos!

08/08/24
You can now find us on Yelp! If you like our services, please leave a review!

08/07/24
We now have an event page on Facebook so you can be alerted and reminded on August 25th to book your holiday sessions. Follow at the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/events/844361907670698/

08/04/24
Be on the lookout for our upcoming holiday sessions! There will be limited availability, so secure your session fast! Booking opens on August 25th. The sessions will be taking place late September.

08/03/24
Ask us about our “Bright & Beautiful” photo contest! The best portrait of your pet from our session can be entered into this contest. If you and your pet win, a large print will be donated to a local business with the intent to showcase your pet and to bring more beauty to the Coachella Valley. How neat to go into your favorite local business and see your furbaby? In which businesses would you like to see your pets portraits? Let me know!