Pet Photography

Pet Photography

Beautiful Portraits of the Pets Who Mean Everything

Your pets are part of the family. Our pet photography experience captures their personality, character and the connection you share, creating timeless portraits for your home.

Based in Sunderland, David Lawson Photography Studios welcomes dogs, cats and much-loved family pets from across the North East, including Durham, Newcastle, Washington, South Shields and Northumberland.

Pet Photography Experience

Enjoy a professional pet photography experience at our Sunderland studio, including your photoshoot, private cinema viewing, a complimentary 7x5" portrait, and the opportunity to create stunning wall art and albums featuring your pets and family for £99.

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What To Expect

Studio Photoshoot

A relaxed, guided experience created around your pet’s personality.

Cinema Viewing

See your finished portraits revealed on the big screen in our private viewing room.

Wall Art & Products

Choose framed portraits, albums and artwork designed for your home.

Dogs, cats and the whole family

Whether your dog is playful, your cat is calm, or your pet has a personality all of their own, we work patiently to capture natural expressions and meaningful portraits.

Family members are always welcome. Some of the most powerful images come from the connection between you and your pet.

Our Pets Gallery

Real studio portraits of dogs, cats and family pets.

What Our Pet Clients Say

I brought my 4 chihuahuas in for a photoshoot and I was nervous at first due to one of my girls being really nervous but when I arrived I was welcomed so warmly, Josh is such a lovely person myself and my dogs enjoyed the experience a lot, I would love to go again and would highly recommend. I am still obsessed with the photos I got back!
Kate Ward
★★★★★
Wow what an amazing experience with so many memories captured I will never forget. To celebrate my cat Bella turning one years old, I wanted some professional photos. David and Josh were friendly and helpful from start to finish. On the day of the photoshoot at the studio Josh was amazing. He made us feel very comfortable and at ease from the moment we arrived. Bella was given time to explore her new surroundings making both her and myself feel relaxed. I honestly think Bella truly enjoyed her time with Josh and her little adventures around the studio. She is my little model.
Sarah Greenall
★★★★★
We had such a friendly welcome from Joshua who made us and, more importantly, our bassets relaxed and made the whole photo session an enjoyable experience . A couple of weeks later we returned to view the photos he had taken in a very comfortable space with a big cinematic screen. The photos sold themselves, excellent quality and captured our dogs personalities perfectly. Joshua personally delivered our framed selection of photos and we are over the moon with them.
Chris Purvis
★★★★★

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I be in the photos with my pet?

Absolutely. Many clients choose to have portraits together with their pets.

How long does a session last?

Most pet photoshoots last around 45–60 minutes.

What if my dog won’t sit still?

That’s completely normal. We work patiently and capture natural moments.

What age should my pet be?

Any age! Puppies, kittens and older pets are all welcome.

What should I bring?

Bring treats, toys or anything your pet loves.

Do you photograph pets from across the North East?

Yes. Clients travel to our Sunderland studio from Newcastle, Durham, Northumberland and across the North East.

Book Your Pet Photography Experience

Create beautiful portraits of your pet and family in our Sunderland studio.