The Pawzivra blog
Practical guides and ideas for pet owners: how to take a photo that makes a good portrait, choosing a style for your animal, gift ideas for birthdays and holidays, and gentle ways to remember a pet who has died. Where an article touches on health or welfare, we point you to vets and established charities rather than giving advice ourselves.
Unusual pets · 17 Oct 2026
Portraits for parrots, reptiles, rabbits and other unusual pets
Any animal can have a portrait. Here is how to photograph birds, reptiles, small pets and farm animals, and which styles suit scales, feathers and…
Prints & framing · 14 Oct 2026
Printing your pet portrait: sizes, frames, canvas and paper explained
A plain guide to resolution, aspect ratios, framed versus canvas, mounts and paper finishes, plus where to hang your pet portrait so it looks its…
Memorials · 11 Oct 2026
Memorial pet portraits: a gentle guide to remembering a companion
Gentle, practical guidance on creating a memorial portrait: choosing photos, picking a style, adding words, and finding support after the loss of a…
Gifts & occasions · 8 Oct 2026
Pet portrait gift ideas for birthdays, holidays and new arrivals
Ideas for giving a pet portrait for birthdays, holidays, new pets and thank-yous, with practical advice on photos, timing and keeping it a surprise.
Choosing a style · 5 Oct 2026
Choosing the right art style for your pet's personality
A practical way to choose a portrait style: start with your pet's character, then think about the room it will hang in and the photos you already…
Photo tips · 2 Oct 2026
How to take a pet photo that makes a great portrait
Good light, eye-level angles and sharp eyes make the biggest difference to an AI pet portrait. Here is how to take a photo that works, using just…