50 Horribly Unphotogenic Animals That Might Make You Laugh Way Harder Than You Should

Toronto photographer Weiler explained to Bored Panda that new environments can cause pets stress. "Give a pet a chance to get used to the space they are in, be it outside or in the studio. Let them walk about. Sniff. Let them explore your equipment (safely) and you. All without asking them to perform," she shared with us.

"Slowly introduce any new experiences like flashing lights or strange sounds. Use a calm voice when speaking. Make sure mum or dad are close by if it is obvious that that gives them confidence. Be sure not to ask them to do anything that they normally are disciplined for," the photographer said.

"And above all, have their favorite treats and dole them out generously!" Weiler said, adding that you should always speak to the pet parent about what the animal can and cannot have. 

Meanwhile, the professional pet photographer was kind enough to share some tips and tricks that can help amateurs move past failure if their photo sessions simply don't seem to work out like they'd like them to.

"There’s a saying: Fail fast. In other words, the faster you make a mistake, the closer you are to success," Weiler told Bored Panda.

"So, when a shot doesn’t turn out quite the way you would like, take a moment to analyze it. What went well? What didn’t go well? What can you change for next time? Then go out and practice, practice, practice. And remember, it is only a true failure if it stops you."

We all want our beloved floofs, feathery-friends, and scalies to live their best lives. But sometimes, we do run out of ideas on how to keep them entertained. And nobody wants to see their pet bored and mopey! According to RSPCA Queensland, something that you could try out is playing hide and seek or tug of war with your dog.

Meanwhile, even something as ‘simple’ as playing with a ball can mean a great time for your pet (and, let’s be honest, us, too). You could play catch with your doggo or use a bouncy ball to keep your cat entertained as well.

Something else that your pets might find fun is looking for treats that you’ve hidden around your home. Or you could try teaching them a new trick that you recently saw on the internet. If in doubt, even something like grooming your pet can be an enjoyable bonding experience for both of you. And if you happen to have some non-toxic bubbles, you could blow them for your pets to chase.

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