Keeping your pets cool for a photo shoot

Ok, so keeping them completely cool may not be possible given we wear fur coats all the time, but there are a couple of things you can do that might help out when they are going to have their photo taken.

• Try to walk your dog (or cat) early in the morning, this way they have their exercise in the cooler part of the day.
• If going to the studio bring along a bowl and a bottle of water (chances are the studio will have a bowl of water, but better to be safe than sorry)
• At home let your pet take a drink between shots when they look like they need it, this might help with a tongue hanging out.
• Have a spray bottle handy and when your pet looks hot give them a couple of soft sprays to help cool them.
• Animals help control temperature through the bottom of their feet, so try dipping them paws in some shallow cool water.
• Most importantly don't overwork them, make sure that the photographer is aware when your pet has had enough ( there won't be any more good pics if they are over it anyway

Lots of these tips are good for helping your pet stay cool during these hot summer days anyway.

Stay cool.



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