Book a Free Consultation Call – Let’s Plan Your Pet’s Perfect Session!

Every pet photography session is unique! Let's chat about your pet, your vision, and the best time for your shoot based on lighting and weather conditions. This free call helps us create the perfect experience for you and your furry friend!

  • I want to ensure we schedule the best time for outdoor photoshoots based on your pet, the lighting, and the weather. This helps us plan the perfect shoot!

  • We’ll discuss your pet’s personality, your vision for the session, and the best location. I’ll also help you choose the perfect time based on sunset, lighting, and weather.

  • It’s a quick, friendly 15-20 minute chat where I answer any questions and make sure everything is set up for a fantastic session.

Woman in a turquoise dress sitting on a stone wall with a German Shepherd dog, both smiling outdoors in a downtown Alexandria.

What People Are Saying

“I couldn’t be happier with the results of James’ photography! This year he did a maternity shoot with my dog, Cymber, and the photos were incredible. James captured such beautiful, tender moments that truly highlighted this special time in her life.

James also did a professional shoot with my eldest dog, Charlie. The images are absolutely priceless. He captured the bond between Charlie and I perfectly, creating memories that I’ll treasure forever. James has a remarkable ability to connect with both pets and people, making the whole experience fun and relaxed.

If you’re looking to capture the love and personality of your pets—or those special moments with them—James at Happy Paws Furtography is the one to trust!”

— Brittany (Owner of Canine Cardio NOVA and Club Canine Cardio)

Santa Claus sitting with a group of dogs in holiday sweaters, with a festive bokeh background.

“James is super knowledgeable about everything photography and will get the perfect angle and lighting of your pup and yourself! If you ever want a lasting memory of your dog, make sure to contact James!”

— Daniel (Owner Snouts & Stouts)

A man and woman smiling with a happy brown dog sitting between them outdoors at Patterson Park in Baltimore, MD.

“Highly recommend Happy Paws Photography! James was so good with our dog during the session, even though he can be a hyper dog and I wasn't sure if our pup would sit still long enough for photos! He captured beautiful portraits of our dog at Patterson Park in Baltimore. We also had portraits taken of us too. I have never done photography before, but James made it easy during the session when it comes to location, lighting, and how to pose our dog for the best picture! We will be booking another session soon!”

— Emma (Proud Dog Mom of Jackson)

Woman sitting by Lake Artemesia in Maryland with a white pitbull dog, holding a bag of Chippin dog treats, while petting the dog.

“James is an excellent photographer and amazing with dogs! I’ve had the opportunity to work with James over the last year for my photography needs for my dog treat business. James is professional, kind, and easy to work with. 13/10 do recommend!”

— Kathleen (Head Of Sales at Chippin)

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Dog catching snowflakes outdoors at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, VA

“James is fantastic to work with! His patience and care for dogs really comes through in the quality of the photos. He’s done three sessions with our girl and captures her personality every time!”

— Darrah (Proud Dog Mom of June)

Woman in a brown dress interacting joyfully with a large dog wearing a harness, in a wooded outdoor setting at Kingsman Park in Washington DC.

“James is truly a phenomenal pet photographer! He recently captured our family photos, which was no small feat considering we have one rambunctious young dog and one large reactive dog. From the moment we met him, he was patient, professional, and incredibly skilled at working with both dogs and humans alike.

His calm and understanding approach made our reactive dog feel at ease, and he had an impressive ability to engage our energetic pup without overwhelming them. He knew exactly how to get the best angles and lighting while keeping the session fun and stress-free. The final photos were nothing short of stunning - James perfectly captured our dogs’ personalities and the love we share as a family.

If you’re looking for a pet photographer who truly gets it - someone who combines talent, patience, and an eye for those perfect candid moments - James is the one to book. We can’t recommend him highly enough!”

— Maya Fiellin (Professional Photographer)