Commercial Animal Photography

Commercial Dog Photography set of a corgi wearing a red Christmas sweater with reindeer antlers costume to show off this pet product

Whether you’re a small pet service business or a global pet brand, the importance of having eye-catching commercial animal imagery cannot be overstated. Photography plays a vital role in capturing your clients’ attention, conveying your message effectively, and establishing a polished, professional image for your pet brand.

The best way to stand out from the competition is with unique, attention-grabbing visuals. Holly is known for her creative and on-trend styling, impeccable lighting skills, and magic ability to get the best out of her doggy models, which has made her a go-to name in the world of commercial dog photography.

Types of Commercial Pet Photography Services

Lifestyle Pet Photography

Showcase your pet brand through candid and lifestyle commercial photography with models and dogs on location.

Product Photography

Show off your pet product and its features through custom product photography. Studio and on-location shoots available for product-only or pet-and-product photo shoots.

Social Media campaign image of a dog greeting card for easter

Branding Photography

Elevate your pet business through custom branding photography. Great for telling your story, growing your social media, or updating your website and marketing materials.

Creative Pet Photography Idea of a corgi in a pilot's cap and superhero cape flying over the clouds with a toy. The clouds are made from the toy's stuffing.

Creative Services | Art Direction

Need original and on-trend visual content for high-impact pieces? From creative concepts and art direction, to set and prop styling, to photography and post-production, this is your one-stop-shop.

Commercial-Use Dog Photography Library

Pet Photography of a purebred Dog Show Stacked English Springer Spaniel in Ohio

Choose from my archives of thousands of dog photos of everything from Afghans to Zuchons and all the breeds and mixes in between (including many rare and hard-to-find breeds!) Royalty-Free, Single Use, Time-Limited, and Rights-Managed commercial licenses available. Contact me to let me know what you’re looking for.

Commercial Pet Photography Frequently Asked Questions:

Commercial photo shoot of a woman and a golden doodle dog playing with a ball

What are your commercial animal photography rates?

Just as every pet brand is different, so is every photo shoot. Please use the contact page to request your custom quote. I will be in touch within 2 business days. [Be sure to check your Spam folder in case you haven’t heard from me.]

Commercial use of dog photography as the labels for dog beer. Photographed by commercial animal photographer Holly Hildreth in Ohio

Where can I see examples of past commercial client work you’ve done?

Click here to see tear sheets of previous client work.

Happy dog running toward the camera while wearing a floral bandana during a commercial dog photography shoot in Ohio

Can I ship my product to you and have you shoot it remotely?

Yes! While you're always welcome on set, most brands prefer the convenience of shooting remotely. Want to join the shoot from afar? We can arrange a video conference during the shoot so you can see how it's going.

Commercial dog photography of an Afghan hound looking at the camera with fur blowing in the wind.

We want a specific breed/age/look for the doggy model. Can you help with that?

Absolutely! I've got you covered with an extensive dog talent network covering everything from Afghans to Zuchons and all the breeds and mixes in between, as well as many rare, hard-to-find breeds. Or maybe you need a specific action to be performed for the photo—I can help with that too! My large dog network ensures that we can get you the right dog for the job!

Commercial dog photography of a man and his French Bulldog
German Shorthair Pointer running with a tug toy during an on-location commercial pet photography shoot

Do you offer dog and owner lifestyle Set-ups?

Yes! One of the best ways to show off your product is with Lifestyle photography, and that means including a human model with a dog. We can discuss any specific model requirements during your consultation

Are you available to travel for the shoot?

You had me at "travel"—I’m in! Please Contact Me to discuss your local or international shoot needs so that I can provide you a custom quote based on your project needs.

Lifestyle commercial pet photography image of a hispanic woman and her mixed breed dog wearing a fancy collar, taken in Columbus, Ohio in the Fall

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