Photo Tips

  • Get the entire face of the pet/person (including the ears!) in the picture
  • Good consistent lighting on the face (outside shots with natural light are ideal, especially for darker pets!)
  • Nothing obstructing the view of the face (ex: pillow, tree branch, grass, etc)
  • Good resolution (standard digital camera/smartphone – doesn’t have to be taken by a professional photographer)
  • Try to avoid using a photo that has an intense yellow/orange tint shining on the face from lamps/bulbs
  • Straight on shots of the person/pet tend to look best on the socks
  • Avoid taking a photo of a physical photo