My goodness- do I ever understand puppy love! Our little Sheltie Toby was the savior of my sanity while my husband and I lived in China and is the reason why I started shooting portraits in the first place (but don't worry! I like cats, too!).
Getting good photos of your pet is hard, so leave it to me! These shoots probably require more photos to be taken than any other. At home shoots are great to capture your dog in their 'natural' state (if they're anything like mine, that means nap-taking on my pillow!). A day at the park is equally as fun for some active shots.
What do I need from you to make this work? Sit-stays are always helpful, but we all now how still a dog will be when it comes to begging for the favorite toy or treat. These help greatly to get some perfectly postured shots!