How to turn your pet into a social media star
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How to turn your pet into a social media star

The internet has a long history of turning pets into stars. From Grumpy Cat to Jiff Pom, countless animals have risen to celebrity status through platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Sometimes it might seem like pure luck that these pets rose to stardom, but often their celebrity status is the result of their carefully crafted…

8 Benefits of Being a Cat Owner
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8 Benefits of Being a Cat Owner

Cats may get a bad rap for being cool and aloof and not caring about their owners, but ask any cat owner and they’ll tell you these things simply aren’t true. While it may be that some cats are cuddly and some are not, anyone who has been on the receiving end of those slow…

The Force Collection
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The Force Collection

When looking for a portrait style for your pet, you want to find something that brings out their unique personality. At first glance, it may look like we only offer styles for dainty, royal pets, but don’t let that deter you. At Iconic Paw, we want to represent our nerdy pets too! That’s why we…

10 Benefits to Owning a Dog
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10 Benefits to Owning a Dog

It’s easy to say that our lives are improved by the canines in them. There’s a reason why we call dogs “man’s best friend,” and it’s not just for their loyalty. Dogs bring so much to our lives, from companionship and service to love and affection. But did you know there are even more ways…

Top 5 Popular Pet Portraits
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Top 5 Popular Pet Portraits

From Mickey Mouse and Kermit the Frog to Grumpy Cat, there are some animals that most everyone can recognize. Whether they have their own movies, TV shows, or internet followings, some animals have made their way into the hearts of the public. This sort of recognition goes beyond just digital media though. Before we had…

Tips for Camera Shy Pets
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Tips for Camera Shy Pets

As pet owners, we love to capture special moments with our furry friends. We take pictures not only to show off our animal companions but also to remember them after they’re gone. Why is Your Dog Camera Shy? Some dogs and other pets are not as used to cameras as we are, so cameras can…

The Importance of Preserving Pet Memories
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The Importance of Preserving Pet Memories

It is an unfortunate fact that our pets usually have much shorter lifespans than we do. Most small dogs live an average of 13 years, while larger dogs live around 8. Cats who spend their lives indoors average 12-18 years, but outdoor cats have a much shorter expected life expectancy. While our pet’s entire lifetimes…

Pet Portraits in Uniform
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Pet Portraits in Uniform

For us humans, there’s just something about military dress uniforms that are so fancy. Not only are they perfectly acceptable attire for any professional or extravagant event, but many people even get married in them! No matter what country or branch of the armed forces someone is from, they are sure to be looking their…

A Brief History of Pet Photography
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A Brief History of Pet Photography

For as long as humans have been making pictures, people have been capturing the likeness of their pets. From Egyptian sculptures of cats and Greek frescos of dogs to Renaissance ladies posing for portraits with their pet ferrets, we have always included our furry friends in our art. There are even cave drawings of men…

Tips For Getting Good Pet Photos
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Tips For Getting Good Pet Photos

Some of us pet owners have been blessed with photogenic animals, pets who aren’t afraid to turn their wide eyes to the camera and soak up all of our attention through a digital lens. For the vast majority of owners though this simply isn’t the case. Whether you have a camera out or not, pets…

Royal Pet Portraits
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Royal Pet Portraits

Ask any pet owner who is in charge at home and it’s very likely you’ll receive a four-legged answer. With their big pleading eyes and their soft cuddly bodies, it’s no surprise that it’s hard to deny our pets anything they want. We know we treat them like royalty, but it’s safe to say that…