S4 EP17: Pugs Shots and Pawtraits

S4 EP17: Pugs Shots and Pawtraits

November 16, 2025 · 40 min · Season 4 · Episode 17

About this episode

This episode features a conversation with pet photographer Tori about capturing the charm of pugs in portraits.

In today’s episode were talking with Pet Photographer Tori from TD Pet Studios about the wonderfully wrinkled world of Pet/pug portraits. From their expressive eyes to their comical charm, pugs are a photographer’s dream — and sometimes, a nightmare. Whether you're a seasoned pet photographer or just pug-curious, this episode is packed with stories, and surprising insights into what it takes to capture our little cuties on film to be shared with the unsuspecting world of non-pug pawrents whenever we get the chance … or is that just me? In this episode we talk about: 04:25 Tell us a little bit about yourself, your fur-family, and how did you get into Pet Photography 11:20 Is photography with children like photography with Pets/Pugs? 18:30 What does it take to get a group Pug shot? 21:15 Is it easier photographing with or without the pawrent in the room? 22:45 What sort of carrot stick do you use to get their attention? 24:20 The hand-eye coordination needed to get the right shot 26:30 How do you photograph black pugs? 28:20 What are the challenges with Pet photography? 30:50 Yes, drool shots are great! 34:10 How can you find Tori for a photoshoot? WANT TO LEARN MORE? Reach out to…

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