Picture Pawfect

Lights, camera, animals! Get ready to strike a pose with some cute critters during a private photo shoot. Whether you want to snap a graduation picture, take a photo in your prom outfit, or capture a family portrait, the animals are ready to model with you!

Program details

60 minute photo shoot
- $100 to take your own photos
- $165 to have us take the photos. We are not professional photographers. We will send them digitally.
5 people maximum; must be from the same household. Our staff will maintain a safe distance when possible, but will wear masks when it is not. We ask that you do the same (you will not be required to wear masks during the actual photos)
We have multiple backdrops and props to make all of your photoshoot dreams come true!
By appointment only, give us a call at (858) 756-4117 x 318 and have the following information ready:
- Occasion
- Number of participants
- Day and time of your photo shoot (Monday-Friday, 9am – 3pm most preferred, but we will try to be flexible with your schedule)
- Animal choices (up to 3 animals). Choose from the adorable animal ambassadors below; adoptable puppies and kittens are also options!

Species may vary depending on animal health and availability. Must be at least 5-years-old to interact with reptiles.

Animal Choices

Millie

Millie just loves the camera and can’t wait to pose with you! She’s a Center celebrity, and she knows it. Who wouldn’t want a photo with the GOAT?

Kronk

This adorable alpaca looks forward to meeting you and showing off his model skills.

Pomegranante

This Abyssinian Guinea Pig can typically be found hanging out with her sister, Pineapple or making adorable noises when she gets her favorite food, salad! Who can resist this sweet little face?!

Norbert

Norbert is a bearded dragon who loves to observe the daily happenings from his enclosure. This awesome reptile will certainly bring you a smile!

Sebastian

Sebastian is an animal that you may not be familiar with – he’s a Blue-tongued skink! He has, you guessed it, a blue tongue and loves basking under his heat lamp. He’s a great choice for those looking for a unique animal.

Tango

They say it takes two to tango, but it only takes one Tango to brighten up someone’s day. This juvenile Chinese water dragon has tons of energy and loves to climb around his enclosure.

Cora

This stunning snake is sure to delight you! Cora is a ball python who knows how to work her angles & will show you how sssweet she is.

Tasha

Tasha is an African Grey parrot and he looks forward to perching on your arm during the photo shoot. His feathers go with everything and the pop of color on his tail ensure that you’re photo will be superfly.

Koa

This captivating canine will show you a wagging good time. Koa was adopted from the Center and loves working as an education animal ambassador and looks forward to adding “model” to his resume!

If you have any questions, please contact us at 858-756-4117 ext. 318 or education@animalcenter.org.

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