Pet Photography
by Dean McCarthy
Don’t just capture a photo of your pet, capture their personality!
As pet owners ourselves, we know how much joy your furry, feathered, or scaly family members bring to your life. Our mission is to freeze those moments of pure happiness, mischievous grins, and gentle gazes into timeless portraits you’ll cherish forever.
With a patient and playful approach, our photographer, Dean, creates a comfortable and fun environment where your pet can be themselves.
We offer sessions at our professional studio in Ballymount, or Dean can travel to a location where your pet is most comfortable, whether that’s your own home or a favorite local park. Every photo truly reflects your pet’s unique spirit, so let’s create something special together!
PRICING
A Pet Photography shoot with Dean is €150. This includes the shoot (up to 1 hour) plus a signed and mounted 10×8″ print.
Your shoot can take place either here at the PhotosbyJen studio in Ballymount, or at a location of your choosing, whether that’s your own home or a favourite local park. Wherever your pet is most comfortable!
Please note, for shoot locations outside of Dublin, there may be an additional travel fee.
Approx 1 week after your shoot, your photos will be edited and made available to view on your own private online gallery.
From this gallery, you will can choose the image you would like as your 10×8″ print.
Additional images can also be purchased in digital format or as prints. Please see price list below.
Digital Images
High resolution Files available via a download link
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Image | €65 |
| 5 Images | €295 |
| 10 Images | €495 |
| All Images | €750 |
Prints
High quality finished prints, professionally mounted & signed
| Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 5x7" | €70 |
| 6x8" | €80 |
| 10x8" | €95 |
About Dean
Based in Ballymount, Dublin, Dean McCarthy is a versatile photographer with a passion for capturing real moments and lasting memories.
Specialising in pet, occasion, wedding, and portrait photography, Dean brings a warm, relaxed approach to every shoot, whether he’s documenting your big day, creating timeless family portraits, or capturing the adorable personality of your beloved pet.
With a keen eye for detail and a love for storytelling through images, Dean’s work is all about creating photographs you’ll treasure for years to come.
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Pet Photography FAQs
How much does a Pet photo shoot cost?
A Pet Photography shoot with Dean is €150. This includes the shoot (up to 1 hour) plus a signed and mounted 10×8″ print.
Of course, additional images in digital or print format can also be purchased after your shoot from your online viewing gallery.
Where do the shoots take place?
You can choose to have your furry friend photographed at the PHOTOSBYJEN studio in Ballymount or at a location of your choosing, whether that’s your own home or a favourite local park. Wherever your pet is most comfortable!
Please note, for shoot locations outside of Dublin, there may be an additional travel fee.
How do I receive my photos?
Approx 1 week after your shoot, your photos will be edited and made available to view on your own private online gallery.
From this gallery, you will can choose the image you would like as your 10×8″ print.
Additional images can also be purchased in digital format or as mounted gift prints. Click to view the price list here.
Printed images will be available to collect from the PHOTOSBYJEN studio approx 1-2 weeks from the time of order.
Any digital images purchased will be sent to you in high resolution format via a download link.
I have a gift voucher for photosbyJen, can I use this towards a pet photography shoot?
Sure! You can use your gift voucher to book in for a shoot through the booking system here.
If the overall value of your gift voucher is more than the €150 shoot fee, any remaining balance can be used towards additional photos ordered later.
Can myself or my family be in the photos?
My main aim of a Pet Photography shoot is to capture gorgeous portraits of your furry buddy! But if you or your family would like to get into some of the photos during the shoot, that’s not a problem at all!
Do I get digital copies of all the photos taken?
I’m afraid digital images aren’t included in the cost of the shoot, but can be purchased separately afterwards.
You can view the different pricing options by clicking here.
My dog is sometimes nervous or may misbehave. Is he/she suitable for a photoshoot?
Absolutely, yes! Please don’t worry about this at all—you are not alone, and it’s completely normal. I have lots of experience working with dogs of all temperaments, from the most enthusiastic to the most shy or nervous.
My process is always patient and positive. We’ll start with a few relaxed moments to let your dog get comfortable with the location, me, and the equipment. We move at their pace. With a calm environment, plenty of positive reinforcement, (& a pocket full of treats!!) we’ll capture beautiful images that reflect their unique personality. Your only job is to relax and trust the process!
Does my adult adult need to be vaccinated?
Yes, please! For the safety and well-being of all the pets I photograph, all client dogs must be fully up-to-date on their core vaccinations.
I would also recommend that they have the kennel cough vaccine also.
I have booked my shoot for an outdoor location, but the weather isn't looking great. What should I do?
Don’t worry – I’ve got you covered! Weather can be unpredictable, but I always have a Plan B. As the date of your shoot approaches, I’ll keep a close eye on the weather forecast.
If the forecast calls for heavy rain, storms, or conditions that would make your dog uncomfortable, we have two excellent alternatives:
Reschedule: I can easily transfer your booking to a new date. My priority is getting the best possible portraits of your pet, and sometimes that means waiting for better light/weather conditions.
Move Indoors: We can utilise the PHOTOSBYJEN studio in Ballymount as a convenient backup. This allows us to keep your original date and still capture beautiful images, regardless of the weather.
If a weather change looks likely, I will get in touch 48 hours before your session , and we can make a final decision together.
I can't make original booking date/time. Can I reschedule?
We get it—things come up! I always try to be flexible when possible.
You can reschedule your appointment up to 72 hours prior to your session time. If you notify me within this window, your €150 booking fee will be happily moved to your new date.
To be fair to all clients and due to the time reserved, rescheduling or canceling with less than 72 hours’ notice will result in the loss of your booking fee.
