Ever feel like your pet photos never turn out as cute as the real thing?

Whether you're snapping pics for fun or trying to help a shelter animal find a home, bad lighting, awkward angles, and blurry shots can ruin the moment—and make amazing animals look unadoptable.

In this episode, pro dog photographer and rescue advocate Mindy Dutka joins Amy to share simple fixes that can turn your "meh" pet pics into scroll-stopping shots.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

• The #1 mistake people make when photographing pets (and how to fix it)
• The secret to getting expressive, adoption-worthy photos, even with a phone
• How photography is saving lives in shelters around the world

You’ll also hear how Mindy is making a difference through Global United Foundation and her dog photography business, Dogs I Meet.

CONNECT WITH MINDY DUTKA
 IG: @dogsimeet | Website: www.dogsimeet.com | Email: [email protected]
Donate to Global United Foundation: donorbox.org/globalunited

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk in this episode. That was our original name. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place.

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Pet parenting is tough, but this show delivers expert pet advice and solutions for real pet parenting struggles. Each week, we share pet care on a budget tips and pet saving hacks to help you stretch every dollar, whether it’s pet cost hacks for vet bills and pet food, or simple ways to make training and daily care easier. You’ll get dog training and behavior advice, cat care insights, and practical pet advice for everything from litter box issues to keeping multi-pet homes peaceful. We cover pet budgeting, managing pet behavior, stress-free vet visits, and home cleaning that actually works with pets. Follow for the support you need to stop chasing your tail and start enjoying life with pets.

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