Photographing Pennsylvania’s most-loved pets since 2012.

Each day with our pets is cause for celebration. No milestone moments needed - book a session with your furry best friend today.

Behind the Scenes of a Pet Photography Session

Peek Behind the Lens: The Real Pet Photography Experience! A quick, 2-minute dive into the controlled chaos of a pet photography session. Here’s what you’ll discover: We laugh—a lot! The pets? They’re totally running the show. You get guidance & tips along the way Bloopers? Absolutely priceless! It's FUN

Equine Senior Session

Pennsylvania Pet Photographer

We're blushing. Over 50 5-star reviews on Google.

"There are not enough words in any language to describe how magical and perfect our session and photos with Valerie are! You can see her joy, enthusiasm and love for what she does both at your session and in the photos."- Julie S.

"It is always an exceptional experience working with Valerie! Her photos capture so many feelings and emotions of our cherished furry family members." - Laurie Y.

Have questions? Here are some answers.

3 ways to reach out about a pet photography session for your horse, dog or both.

1.) Call/Email Directly

Call/Text us at 717 537 1224 or email valerie@roughcoatphotography.com Business Hours are M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sessions are in the evening so if we don't connect the day you call we will reach out the following day.

2.) Schedule a Discovery Call

Not all photography services are the same so this is a friendly chat to see if we are a good fit for one another. We can answer your questions in real time, too. Pick your option of Zoom or a phone call.

Discovery Call

3.) Inquiry Guide

Our Inquiry Guide is your roadmap to how our sessions work. * Note: We hate spam as much as you do so we will never sell your information or clutter your inbox with endless emails.

Inquiry Guide

Think your horse or dog won't behave for photos? Don't worry, we've got you! Click the button below for all the details.

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When it's time for tail-wags and horse-snuggles, this is how we'll work together:

1.) The Session

A fun session with your pets, held at your barn or one of our scenic, quiet & dog-friendly locations

2.) Purchase Appointment

A few weeks after your session you'll see your final images on Zoom & purchase your favorites as wall art, albums, memory boxes & digital collections. Be ready for happy tears.

3.) Start Decorating

6-8 weeks after your Purchase Appointment everything arrives at your doorstep, ready to fill your walls and shelves with beauty and joy.

Request our 2024 PRODUCT GUIDE

Raise your expectations. These goodies are included.

Welcome Guide

What to wear and tips to prepare your pets

Private consultation

Before your shoot we'll chat about the images most important to you. Don't know? That's fine - we have a LOT of ideas.

Shoot location

We'll select the perfect spot to reflect your desired look.

Design service

Take advantage of this complimentary service to see digital views of your images on the walls of your home.

Custom edits

Your purchased images will receive meticulous and custom glow-ups so your pets look their very best.

Happiness Guaranteed

Our products come with a full guarantee so you can order with total peace of mind.

Pricing Details

A bit about your photographer...

Things I love: horses, dogs, travel, adventures, The Great British Baking Show, books, being outdoors & dangly earrings

Don’t love: mushrooms

What's important to me: Creating beautiful images and artwork that honor our loyal companions and celebrate the joy they bring to our lives.

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Our work has been published in:

Practical Horseman

Practical Horseman ~ The Chronicle of the Horse ~ The Plaid Horse

Jul

2024

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