The 2024 International Dog Photography winners have just been revealed (and there's some seriously impressive shots!)

Anyone who’s ever tried to get the perfect photo of their dog will know just how difficult it can be to get it just right.

They’ll look away from the camera for a split second or an interesting noise or scent will grab their interest at the last minute – and you'll find yourself getting through more of the best dog treats than you intended!

But some of the dog parents among us have a real talent. The winners of the 2024 International Dog Photography Awards have been announced, and they’re seriously impressive – let’s take a look at them here.

The Dog Photography Awards received 1,700 entries from 60 different countries this year, with prizes including €2500 in cash and an engraved trophy. There are five categories: Action, Documentary, Dogs & People, Portrait, and Studio.

Action

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1st: Regine Jensen – 'Moving In Time'

2nd: Anastasia Vetkovskaya – 'Burst of Energy'

3rd: Anne-Laurie Léger – 'Floating'

Documentary

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1st: John Fabiano – 'Greenlandic Flat Tire'

2nd: An Di Prima – 'Safe'

3rd: Angela Sulser – 'Follow Your Origin'

Dogs & People

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1st: Jane Thomson – 'The Princess and the Pea'

2nd: Ida Levin – 'Growing Older Together Day by Day, My Dog is My Reason to Stay'

3rd: Moa Näslund – 'Silent Connection'

Portrait

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1st: Rhea Nellen – 'Ready For Take Off!'

2nd: Lea Styger – 'Hunted Architecture'

3rd: Sophia Hutchinson – 'Hot Off the Press'

Studio

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1st: Valeria Barbara Barriera Cassina – 'Metamorfosis Canina'

2nd: Donna Victor – 'Mila'

3rd: Regine Jensen – 'I See You'

Thinking of entering the competition next year? You might find this article useful: This is how I trained my dog to pose perfectly for pictures. Don't forget to take a look at these 21 pet photography ideas to inspire you all-year round, too.