Top Pet Style & Photography in Bartlett, TN
CONTACT USPet Style & Photography combines the two things our team does best, styling a pet to look its finest and capturing that look before it fades. After 24 years groomingdogs and cats across Bartlett, we kept hearing the same request from clients leaving with a freshly groomed pet: someone should take a picture of their pet. Pet Style & Photography answers that request directly.
How a Pet Style and Photography Session Works
Every Pet Style and Photography appointment starts with pet styling, not the camera. A dog straight out of a full groom photographs completely differently than one pulled in from the backyard, so we schedule sessions to take advantage of that fresh look. Pet styling can be as simple as a quick brush touch-up or as involved as a full themed outfit pulled from our boutique, depending on what the owner wants for the final images.
Once styling wraps up, the session moves into our pet photo studio, a controlled indoor space that keeps most animals calmer than an outdoor setting ever could. Cats in particular tend to settle faster indoors, away from wind, traffic, and the general unpredictability of a yard.
Dog Photography and Cat Photography Handled Differently on Purpose
Dog photography and cat photography are not interchangeable, and our approach reflects that. Dogs generally tolerate longer sessions and respond well to treats and gentle coaxing, which opens the door to a wider variety of dog portraits, seated shots, action poses, close-up expressions, and everything in between.
Cat photography moves at a different pace out of necessity. Cat portraits work best when a photographer captures genuine movement and expression rather than forcing a specific pose, since most cats will not hold still on command the way dogs will. Years of handling anxious cats during grooming appointments taught our staff how to read a cat's patience level and get strong shots before that patience runs out.
Pet Portraits and Custom Pet Portraits Tailored to Each Animal
Standard pet portraits suit owners who want a clean, simple image against a neutral background, letting the pet's features do the talking. Custom pet portraits go a step further, working in a pet's personality, a favorite toy, a seasonal theme, or a specific color palette an owner requests. Some clients want something polished and formal, drawing on our decades of experience around AKC show competitions, while others prefer a candid, playful feel.
We keep notes on file for returning clients so nobody has to re-explain preferences at every visit. If a dog gets skittish around flash or a cat only cooperates for the first several minutes, that detail gets recorded and factored into the next pet photo shoot.
Your Private One-on-One Portrait Session Includes :
- A professional consultation and coordination for a fun portrait session. We encourage you to share with Jennifer the unique personality of your pet so she can visualize and begin her creative process.
- The professional portrait session. Our portrait studio offers a wide choice of backgrounds, props, themes, and props to complement your pet's individual style. We promise your diva dog or aristocratic kitty will enjoy their time in the limelight.
- Professional editing and retouching to ensure master craftsmanship.
- Private photo session sitting fee $20
- Photography packages begin at $75
Pet Glamour Shots and Sessions Built Around the Calendar
Pet glamour shots have grown into one of our more requested offerings, particularly around holidays when owners want something more polished than a quick phone photo. These sessions typically involve more deliberate pet styling beforehand, sometimes paired with a seasonal costume, and a longer pet photo session designed to capture a wider range of expressions and angles.
Themes shift with the calendar based on what clients ask for most: holiday backdrops in December, brighter setups in spring, and simple, timeless looks available year-round for owners who just want a classic portrait without any seasonal tie-in.
Where to Find Pet Photography Near Bartlett
Owners searching for pet photography near me around Bartlett are often surprised that a grooming salon offers this service at all. It works well here because our staff already knows how to manage nervous or high-energy pets, which makes the whole process smoother than coordinating grooming and photography through two separate businesses.
If you are weighing pet photography near me options across the Memphis area, ask whether the photographer has real hands-on animal experience or mainly photographs people. Ours comes from decades of working directly with dogs and cats, not just from standing behind a lens.
Schedule Pet Style & Photography
Pet Style & Photography can be booked as a standalone appointment or paired withgrooming for the best results. We are licensed and insured, and our team will talk through styling options ahead of time so the session lines up with whatever look you have in mind for the finished portraits.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Style & Photography
Most owners pair Pet Style & Photography with a grooming appointment beforehand, since a freshly groomed coat photographs noticeably better and holds up well through styling.
Both work well. Cat photography sessions run shorter and focus on capturing natural movement, while dog photography allows for a broader range of poses and longer sessions.
Yes. Pet glamor shots and seasonal sessions are especially popular around the holidays and we can plan styling and props around whatever theme you have in mind.
It varies by animal. Cat sessions are kept short to fit the patience of a cat, but dog portraits can be longer because dogs tend to tolerate longer sessions in front of the camera.
Yes. We take note of their comfort level, favorite poses, anything that stresses them out, etc so that return visits to our pet photo studio go smoothly from the word go.
Pet Portrait Sessions in Bartlett, TN
Our in-house photographer, Jennifer Carter, has been shooting pets exclusively for years and knows how to work with dogs and cats of every temperament — from the spotlight-loving diva to the shy rescue who needs a slow warm-up. Every private session starts with a phone or in-person consultation so Jennifer understands your pet's personality, quirks, and the kind of images you want to leave with. From there she plans the backdrops, props, and lighting; you'll see multiple looks across the sitting. Every finished portrait is professionally edited and retouched. Book a session on its own or combine it with a full groom the same day so your pet is camera-ready without a second trip.
- Private one-on-one portrait sessions with Jennifer Carter
- Multiple backdrops, props, and themes per sitting
- Professional editing and retouching included
- Sitting fee: $20 · Packages start at $75
- Pair the shoot with a same-day groom for a polished finish
Pet Styles Grooming Salon has served the Bartlett, Memphis, and Cordova, TN pet community for more than a decade. Our owner is a graduate of the Stateline All-Breed Grooming Academy of Tennessee, and our team brings over 50 years of combined grooming experience to every appointment. We use only all-natural, veterinarian-approved products — including Tropiclean, which we're the only local carrier for — and we never sedate the pets in our care.
Visit or call: Pet Styles Grooming Salon · 3025 Kirby-Whitten Pkwy, #2 · Bartlett, TN 38134 · (901) 937-5277 · petstylessalon@gmail.com
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 7:00 am – 6:00 pm · Saturday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm · Monday, Thursday, and Sunday closed. Appointments are recommended — call ahead to reserve a time that works for your schedule.