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Pet Photography in Davis

Pet photos with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis are quoted per request. A pet session runs 45–60 minutes with 20–35 edited images, delivered in a private online gallery within 1–2 weeks.

UC Davis campus, the Arboretum, downtown murals, and surrounding farmland provide diverse backdrops for every session type.

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Pet Photography in Davis at a glance

Photographer
Angie Shvaya, a natural-light photographer based in Sacramento, CA
Where
Davis, Yolo County. Angie confirms the meeting point with you during planning.
Packages
Pet Session: Custom quote (45–60 minutes, 20–35 edited photos). Pet & Family Session: Custom quote (60–75 minutes, 30–50 edited photos).
Delivery
Edited images in a private online gallery within 1–2 weeks
How to book
Send your date, location ideas and what you have in mind through the inquiry form, or call (916) 735-6145. Angie confirms availability and the plan with you before anything is booked.

Updated October 31, 2026

About This Session

What is a pet session in Davis like?

Active dogs in Davis get their best photos in motion. Angie uses fast shutter speeds and an open stretch of grass near the UC Davis Arboretum, downtown murals, and the campus quad for running shots, fetch and recall, then follows with portraits once the dog has burned off the first burst of energy. Late afternoon when the Arboretum's tree canopy creates soft, filtered light perfect for portraits gives the light for both. A long, thin leash keeps the dog safe where the park requires it and shows less in the photos. Bring the toy that always works. Most sessions start from campus visitor parking and spots on residential streets near the Arboretum, run 45-60 minutes, and deliver 20-35 edited images within 1-2 weeks.

Packages

How much does pet photography cost in Davis?

Pet photography in Davis is quoted per request, based on the number of pets, the session length and the location. Send the date and details through the form and Angie replies with a quote.

Pet Session

Custom quote

45–60 minutes · 20–35 edited photos

One or two pets photographed at a park, on a trail or at home

Pet & Family Session

Custom quote

60–75 minutes · 30–50 edited photos

Families who want portraits of the pet plus the whole family together with it

Images are delivered in a private online gallery within 1–2 weeks. Any travel details for Davis are confirmed in writing before you book. The pet photography overview covers each package in more detail.

Common Questions

Pet Photography questions in Davis

Pet photography in Davis is quoted per request, based on the number of pets, the session length and the location. Packages: Pet Session: Custom quote (45–60 minutes, 20–35 edited photos). Pet & Family Session: Custom quote (60–75 minutes, 30–50 edited photos). Any travel details for Davis are confirmed in writing before you book.

The Pet Session package covers 45–60 minutes on location and includes 20–35 edited images, delivered in a private online gallery within 1–2 weeks. Other options: Pet & Family Session (custom quote).

Send your date, location ideas and what you have in mind through the inquiry form, or call (916) 735-6145. Angie confirms availability and the plan with you before anything is booked.

Yes. Most dogs do not hold a pose for long, so the session uses that energy: running shots, play with a toy, and short sits with a treat held above the lens. Angie shoots fast in short bursts and lets the dog take breaks. A walk before the session takes the edge off for very excited dogs.

Yes, usually at home. Cats are calmer in familiar rooms, so Angie works near your brightest windows, lets the cat come and go, and uses a wand toy or treats to catch attention. Plan for a slower session with breaks; some of the best cat photos happen in the last ten minutes once the cat relaxes.

Parks with open grass and shade, river trails, open fields and quiet neighborhood streets all work, and so does your own backyard or living room. Many Sacramento-area parks require dogs on leash, and some trails do not allow dogs, so the location is confirmed against the park's rules before the date.

Yes. Sessions for older or unwell pets are kept short, close to home or in it, and move entirely at the pet's comfort. Tell Angie about any mobility limits when you inquire, so the plan avoids stairs, long walks and heat. If timing matters, mention it, and she will tell you the earliest date she has.

Local Info

About photography in Davis

The UC Davis Arboretum is the standout location: tree-canopied pathways along Putah Creek create soft, dappled light that works beautifully for portraits at almost any time of day. The campus quad and library lawn are popular for graduation sessions with UC Davis students. Downtown Davis murals add color and character for more urban editorial looks. The surrounding farmland offers wide-open sunset skies.

Spring is peak season in Davis: the Arboretum is in full bloom from late February through April with flowering trees and green pathways. Fall is excellent too, when the tree canopy turns amber along Putah Creek. Summer evenings work well for sunset sessions in the open farmland east of campus. Graduation season in May and June draws many UC Davis portrait bookings.

Davis is about 15 miles west of Sacramento, typically 20–25 minutes via Interstate 80. Angie regularly shoots at UC Davis for graduation portraits and does not charge a travel fee for this area.

Prepare for your session

Angie confirms the location's leash and dog-access rules with you before your date. Bring water, a towel, the favorite toy and plenty of treats, and mention any mobility limits.

How It Works

How do I book a pet session in Davis?

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Tell us about your pet

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Pick a park or at-home session

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Session at your pet's pace

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Receive your gallery in 1–2 weeks

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Natural-light pet photography in Davis, CA. Reach out to check availability and reserve your date.

“Angie made us feel so comfortable from the very first minute. We were nervous about being in front of the camera, but she guided us through every moment. The photos turned out better than we ever imagined — they actually look like us.”
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