FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our most popular session, the Signature Pet Session, is designed for joyful, everyday moments with your pets. The custom pet portrait fee ($350 plus tax) includes: 60-minute on-location session at your home or favorite outdoor spot Up to 2 pets from the same household (Add pets for $50 each) Travel within 25 miles of ZIP code 34771 (Travel fee applies outside this range) An online proofing gallery of approx. 30 curated, professionally edited images Your choice of 15 high-resolution digital images with full print rights *Additional digital images, albums, and print products are available for purchase separately For pets nearing the end of their life, our Cherished Companion Session ($300 plus tax) honors your bond with compassion and care. It includes everything from the signature session, plus: Priority scheduling - we'll do our best to fit you in quickly Designed for 1 pet (additional pets are $50 each) 10% discount on any print product order (digital images excluded) We also offer a loyalty discount! Returning clients receive 10% off future Signature Pet Session fees* as a thank-you for inviting us back to photograph your beloved pets. *Cherished Companion Session fees are not eligible for discount.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Curious about how our pet photography process works? Here’s a step-by-step guide to what it’s like to book a custom photo session with Hot Dog! Pet Photography – Central Florida’s trusted pet photographer serving Lake Nona, Winter Park, Windermere, and beyond. Step 1: Choosing the Right Photographer When you decide it’s time to professionally capture your pet’s personality and spirit, it all starts with finding the right photographer. We specialize in on-location pet photography with a fresh, natural style – no stuffy studios here! Step 2: Booking Your Session We recommend scheduling your session during the golden hours – early morning (around 8:00 a.m.) or close to sunset (around 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., depending on the season) – for the most flattering natural light and a cooler experience for your pet. To reserve your date: A $100 deposit is required at booking (applied to your session fee, non-refundable) A signed contract and model release are required Remaining balance is due on the session date Need to reschedule due to weather or illness? No problem – just give us as much notice as possible. Step 3: Preparing for Your Session Where should we shoot? That’s up to you – your home, a favorite park, or even downtown. We want your pet to feel safe and at ease. Some of our favorite outdoor session spots include: Cypress Grove Park (near downtown Orlando) Newton Park (Winter Garden) Downtown Celebration Laureate Park (Lake Nona) You’re always welcome in the frame, whether for a full portrait or just a moment of cuddles. Even if you don’t plan to be photographed, we recommend dressing thoughtfully in case you appear in a few candid shots! Step 4: After the Session About two weeks after your session, we’ll email your private online proofing gallery featuring ~30 to 40 fully edited images. Your session fee includes 15 high-resolution digital images, but you’re welcome to purchase more or explore our fine-art print products. This gallery remains live for 14 days, so be sure to review and place your order within that window. We’ll also share a full product and pricing list – no pressure, just beautiful options. Step 5: Receiving Your Digital Files & Artwork Once you’ve selected your 15 included images, downloads will be enabled. Your files are sized for high-quality consumer printing. Want a USB backup? Just ask — we offer those for a small fee. If you order wall art or albums, you can expect delivery within 2–3 weeks. We’ll guide you through the ordering process to ensure everything arrives just right.