Happy birthday to an adorable pup who celebrated with a doggy birthday photo shoot in Columbus, Ohio!
Can you believe that the cutest puppy in the whole world is not actually a puppy at all? Meet Holly (great name, right?), the ridiculously adorable mini-Aussiedoodle who celebrated turning 5 with a dog birthday photo shoot. Happy Birthday, Holly!
Holly’s session was a total joy from start to finish. Her boundless energy and playful spirit were a photographer’s dream. One of the biggest misconceptions about pet photography is that your dog needs to sit still or "pose" to get great photos. Let me tell you a secret: the more personality, the better! High-energy pups like Holly bring so much life, personality, and expression to their session. Holly had loads of character—she looked like she walked straight out of a Pixar movie!
Holly’s owners also wanted to capture a nice family photo with their dog for their Christmas cards.
During Holly’s session, we captured a mix of solo shots and moments together with her loving owners.
Holly’s owners also wanted to be sure we got one traditional posed portrait together with their dog for their Christmas cards. I think it’s safe to say this little family of 3 rocked it!
One of the best parts of Holly’s session was seeing how her owners embraced her energy. They laughed, played, and let Holly be her authentic self, which made for some truly heartwarming photos. We got such a wide variety of shots that it was hard to narrow it down! This was definitely a shoot that had me smiling from ear to ear the entire time behind the camera.
We had the most perfect late fall evening with great temperatures, sunshine, and bright fall colors. It’s hard to take a bad photo when the locations look as good as this. Plus it helps that Holly is such a beautiful pup—that gorgeous red fur; she’s totally an Autumn!
I absolutely love when owners bring props to their dog’s sessions, and Holly’s owners went all out with a personalized chalkboard sign for her birthday. The sign featured her name, age, and some of her favorite things, which was a nice, personal touch to the photos. Props like these make the session even more special by telling a story and celebrating the milestones that matter most.
One especially delightful moment from Holly’s shoot was when she donned a tiny birthday party hat. It was sparkly and absolutely adorable—a perfect match for her playful personality. Despite all her energetic zoomies, Holly paused for a moment as if to show off how proud she was of her festive flair. The hat brought an extra layer of charm to the session, making her 5th birthday photos even more memorable.
Doggy birthday photo shoots like these also serve as a timeless way to document your pet’s life. Dogs grow and change so quickly, and capturing them at different stages of their lives allows you to hold onto those precious memories forever. Our dogs bring so much joy and happiness into our lives that every moment is worth celebrating!
If you’ve been holding off on booking a session because you think your pup is too wiggly or energetic, let Holly’s story be your inspiration. Whether your dog loves to leap, sprint, or never sits still, there’s no such thing as a “wrong” energy level! Every dog’s personality shines in its own way, and I’m here to make sure it’s captured beautifully.
Let’s celebrate your pup—whether it’s their birthday, adoption anniversary, or just because they’re the best dog ever. Bring on the zoomies, the chaos, and all the love. Together, we’ll create photos that capture your dog’s unique personality and the special connection you share. Ready to book your session? Let’s make some magic!
