I have cats, but I imagine it's the same with dogs too... They never want to sit still, they get distracted easily, and when they do look at the camera they usually try to rub against it or grab it!
What can I do to help calm them down or get them to be more photo-friendly?
Answer
I have found that the biggest problem with cats is getting them used to the camera. If the camera is something new they will be fascinated by it which is why they rub up against it. Also never use flash with a cat. It annoys them and they will disappear next time they see the camera.
When you want to take shots of your cat you have to be patient and wait for the cat to do things that are worth shooting rather than trying to get them to perform using toys. Toys just get them excited and all you will tend to get are blurred shots of the back end of a cat disappearing out of shot. Best thing to do is leave the camera out where the cats can see it for a few days then snap shots when the cats are at ease, that way you will end up with nice natural shots. Once they are used to the sight and sound of the camera they just ignore it.
Also try using a long lens, something like a 70-200, which will allow you to get closup shots from the other side of a room. The cats won't know your photographing them and will just carry on doing cat stuff while you shoot away.
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