This experience is for every human and every dog. Neither of you need to be extremely fit. Old dogs, puppies, and humans with mobility limitations are welcome. There are many easy access mountain passes and gondolas which make for comfortable transportation to stunning overlooks.

Not necessarily! It just means I’m with you for 6 hours, whether that’s 1 hour of hiking or 5. Our actual moving time may only be 2-3 hours, with lots of stops and time for play at a scenic spot.

Absolutely. We can accommodate your dog’s age by choosing an appropriate location. Treat them to one last grand adventure!

Not an issue. I work with your dog’s tendencies, not against them. I am patient with all dogs, and let their curiosity and natural movements guide the shoot. They do not have to be able to pose like a statue to get the types of shots you see in my portfolio!

Yes. Dogs are allowed to be off leash in places and remain by your side in restaurants and shops. Most Swiss people are dog friendly as well. With that in mind, it is absolutely expected that dogs are very well trained. Almost all Swiss dogs go to “dog school” to be well behaved in public and socialized. Barking, growling, and poor behavior in public is very frowned upon. Letting your dog say hi to everyone – and you saying hi to everyone’s dog – is a no-no. Make sure you have a leash and muzzle for your dog if necessary.

Yes. If you are driving or taking the trains, pets can travel with you easily. If you are flying here, small dogs are at times allowed on with you, but bigger dogs may need to be crated below the plane. It’s important to know if this will traumatize your dog, and if that’s worth it.

No, there is no law in Switzerland which says muzzles are compulsory. You’ll need one for traveling to nearby Austria, Italy or Germany though.

Each shoot comes with a backup day and time. Storms with strong winds, lightning or heavy rain and snow pose safety risks, and therefore we will move the shoot to the backup date. Light rain, snow or mist isn’t necessarily “bad weather” and can be incredible conditions for photography. I check in with you 2-3 days before the shoot to create our final plan.

Not at all! I don’t “photoshop” out leashes or collars though. What your dog is wearing during the shoot will be in the photos. A great chance to splurge on that nice new collar and leash you’ve been looking at! I recommend a longer leash (~5m) so your dog has more room to explore.

For you: comfortable clothes, appropriate layers, hiking shoes, food, water and any medicine you need
For your dog: treats, water and bowl. I also recommend a good dog harness in addition to a collar and leash for safety and better control while hiking inclines.

You definitely don’t have to, but I recommend staying open to it! You likely won’t even notice I’m photographing you. I won’t ask you to stand still and smile into the camera. You’ll be focused on the surroundings and your dog – and that’s exactly how I’ll capture you.