Funny Pet Pictures

Taking funny pet pictures is an art that can be easily mastered. The key is having a cooperative animal, the right timing and proper photo equipment. A combination of these elements will almost guarantee a humorous image of your furry friend.

Have a ball taking funny pet photos.

One of the perks of having mischievous pets is the amount of joy they bring to life. After all, who can resist smiling while watching a playful pup bask in a drawer full of socks? Since it’s impossible not to laugh at Fluffy's attempt to escape from a web of yarn or snicker when Saber’s soft ear gets caught under a pillow, why not capture these priceless moments with your camera?

All pets have the potential to strike funny poses. Your job is to snap as many of these precious moments as possible. To accomplish this, consider the following photo tips:

• Shoot from an angle: Rather than taking a shot of your pet looking directly into the camera, position yourself slightly to the left or right of your animal subject. This will help avoid the demonic look of pet photo flash eye.

• Squat down: In order to snap frame worthy shots of your pet’s silly antics, you need to get down to his level. Doing so will help make the picture more interesting by providing a unique perspective.

• Avoid direct light: Natural light is a photographer’s best friend, but you don’t want too much of it. Shooting your pet in direct sunlight can make him squint. In addition, harsh light can wash out a photo and cause unwanted shadows on your subject's face.

• Stay focused: Your pet should be the star of the photo. To keep the focus on your funny fuzzy friend, avoid crowding the shot with distracting background images. Rather, position your costumed cat in front of a plain backdrop and make him the center of the shot.

• Practice patience: Pets can be an endless source of amusement, but they’re not “on” all of the time. When working with animals, a little patience can go a long way to capture a hilarious picture.

This hot dog is hilarious!

Not all pets are natural comedians. Some need help if you want them to star in a series of hysterical shots. The following tips can add some whimsy to boring pet pictures:

• Costumes: Image what your pooch would look like dressed up as a hot dog, or if your cat sported a superhero costume? The photos would surely bring a smile to your viewer’s face.

• Boxes: For some reason animals are attracted to boxes. Simple cardboard boxes can elicit a myriad of amusing shots with dogs, cats, rabbits, and even gerbils. Consider placing a playful puppy in a medium-size box, then grab your camera and snap away as he tries to climb out.

• Random props: Another funny picture idea is to place random items near pets. For example, a large shoe makes the perfect resting place for a tiny kitten. Otherwise, place a potted plant next to an energetic cat and watch as she tries to swat at the flowers.

• Electronics: Some pets act like humans. The next time you see your dog staring at the television or your cat trying to tap out a note on your computer keyboard, take as many photos as possible.

You've snapped some silly shots of your precocious pet, so now what? You could email the funny photos to your friends or proudly display them on your refrigerator, but what if you want to share them with the world?

The following websites are dedicated to pet owners who want to show off their amazing animals. Each offers a funny pet picture gallery whereby you can add your own laugh-out-loud images to the mix. From the fattest cats to the best-dressed dogs, and hysterical hamsters, these sites have it all:

• FunnyPetPictures.com
• FunnyPets.com
• DailyPets
• PetYard.com
• FreshPets.com
• FunnyDog.net

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