dog family portraits

Solo Dog, or with Family | Midtown Sacramento Studio, In-home Mobile, and Nature Area Locations | 60-90 Minute sessions | Digital Images and Custom Designed Artwork

Contact us about Dog Portraits

packages

  • Deluxe

    90-minute studio or on-location reservation
    16x20” Framed Premium Artwork | 20 Page Album
    All retouched digital images included
    (approximately 50 - 100 images)

    $2500

  • Classic

    90-minute studio or on-location reservation
    10 matted prints with display easel and gift box
    35 retouched digital images included
    25% off print services for 30 days

    $750

  • Simple

    One-hour studio reservation
    20 retouched digital images
    25% off print services for 30 days

    $500
A black and white photo of a happy young girl, an older boy, and a golden retriever dog. The girl is smiling widely and leaning on the boy, who is sitting and gently holding the dog, which is lying down and looking at the camera.
Dog wearing a Halloween-themed bandana against an orange background.
A happy black dog with white markings on its chest and a red plaid collar stands in tall green grass in a wooded area, on a leash.
Young yellow Labrador Retriever puppy standing in green grassy field, looking upwards
A smiling woman with long dark hair holding a yellow Labrador puppy outdoors in a grassy area.
Cute small dog with floppy ears and light-colored fur sitting on a blanket in front of a blue wooden wall.
Two dogs, a small cream-colored Shih Tzu and a larger black, brown, and white Australian Shepherd, sitting on a woven surface in front of a dark blue wooden wall.
A family of four posing with their dog outdoors under a large tree in a park, sitting on a stone bench.
A woman with two boys and a dog sitting on stone steps in a park.
A family of three with a dog walking outdoors on a stone path surrounded by trees with green leaves.
A woman sitting on a black metal bench outdoors with three dogs, surrounded by greenery and large decorative vases.
A young girl with light brown hair and blue eyes smiling while hugging a large golden retriever dog against a black background.
Woman smiling and holding a large, fluffy white dog with a pink tongue against a red background.
A woman in a black dress kneeling, smiling, while holding a brown poodle. Next to her are two large dogs, a white one with a red collar and a fluffy tail, and a smaller tan one with a red collar, both sitting on a white surface against a plain white
A happy golden doodle dog with light brown, curly fur sitting on a red couch, wearing a white collar and leash, next to a woman in a white dress with red and teal floral pattern, against a solid red background.
Two dogs dressed in tuxedos with pink bowties and floral boutonnieres, sitting against a cream-colored backdrop.
A woman in beige and white plaid pajamas sitting on a bed with a large white dog in a cozy, bright room decorated for Christmas, with a Christmas sign and greenery in the background.
A young boy and a fluffy white dog sitting on a soft rug, with a festive holiday wreath in the background.
Family of five with a dog posing in front of a decorated Christmas fireplace with trees, candles, and gifts.
A multi-generational family sitting together in a light-filled room, smiling at the camera, with a dog in front and holiday decorations in the background.
A woman in a shiny teal satin blouse holding a small dog dressed in a red sweater, near Christmas decorations and a blackboard in a cozy kitchen setting.
A small dog wearing a red sweater sitting on a kitchen counter with Christmas decorations. There is a bag of gingerbread cookies, a plate of cookies, and a sign that says 'Old Fashioned Hot Cocoa Served Here.' A decorated Christmas tree and kitchen c
Family of four with a dog posing on a Christmas-themed set, wearing matching red and white plaid pajamas, surrounded by Christmas decorations including a tree, presents, candles, and a fireplace.
Two children and a husky dog sitting on a furry rug in a decorated Christmas room with wrapped presents, Christmas trees, a rocking horse, and a fireplace.
Labrador Retriever dog lying on a black surface with a black background
A woman and a man enjoy playing with a large white dog with tan markings outside a house.
Close-up of a black dog with its tongue out, outdoors on green grass.
Man and woman smiling with a black dog in a bright indoor setting.
Black and white photo of a Labrador Retriever dog looking directly at the camera, on a leash outdoors.
A happy older couple with a brown and white dog standing on a mossy rock in a lush green outdoor setting, smiling at the camera.
A small black dog with floppy ears, wearing a red and green bandana, standing on a fallen log in a lush green outdoor setting.
A brown and white dog sitting on a weathered turquoise wooden bench outdoors surrounded by greenery and blooming flowers.
A couple walking their dog in a park with green and yellow leaves on trees during daytime

why take dog photos in the best sacramento portrait studio?

  • Dog portraits are our favorite sessions, tied with six month old babies. Just. Pure. Joy.

  • We are animal lovers and believe that you should have huge framed artwork of your furry friends at your home entry, on your phone screensaver, themed for each holiday. Period. End of rant.

  • Don’t think your pup will travel to the studio? We offer in-home mobile studio setup (indoor or garage preferred, backyard setup available if there is no wind), or a natural lighting outdoor sunset shoot.

  • Dogs have their own personalities, as you know. Not every dog will cooperate the same for portraits, some take time to warm up, and some are afraid of the lights. Let’s discuss your dog’s temperament and decide on the best approach.

  • Get in the photo! You are welcome to be in the portraits, or just your dog(s) alone.

  • What to bring? Your pup’s favorite treats, favorite toy, favorite blanket, and anything else to make them happy and comfortable.

What others are saying

“I purchased gift cards for my brother’s kids whole first year milestone portraits, and then for my nieces kids. GVP Studios went to their homes for the newborn photos and set up a mobile studio, and then suggested some outdoor locations for their cake smash/birthday portraits. Many years later, I bought a dog portrait session for my Aunt and Parent’s dogs. All of these pictures are treasured by our family. We are so appreciative of the excellent service and amazing final product!”

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studio vs in-home vs outdoor

In-Studio Photo Shoot – Best for dogs comfortable in new environments, responsive to treats and toys, and able to sit and follow commands. The controlled studio setting ensures perfect lighting and a distraction-free session for polished, posed portraits.

In-Home Mobile Photo Shoot – Ideal for dogs who feel most relaxed at home. We require enough indoor space to set up a backdrop and light stands, or we can shoot in your yard if the weather is calm (no wind). This option allows for familiar surroundings while achieving a studio-style look.

Outdoor Photo Shoot – Perfect for action shots and interactive moments in a natural setting. Great for energetic dogs who love to run, play, and explore. Expect a fun, movement-focused session with beautiful scenery in the background.

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Memory artwork.

Put a smile on your face every day by making your favorite print into a beautiful piece of artwork for the wall.

Photo of a dog with a light-colored coat and erect ears, lying on a surface inside a wooden frame.
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