Meet the Pet-Loving Team Behind the Lens
Hi there! We’re Tom and Erika Pitera, the husband-and-wife duo behind Hot Dog! Pet Photography, proudly based in sunny Saint Cloud, Florida. Our journey began in 2007 with the launch of Thomas Pitera Photography, specializing in product, food, and drink photography. But it wasn’t long before we followed our hearts — and paws — to focus on what we truly love: photographing pets.
Today, Hot Dog! Pet Photography serves clients throughout Central Florida, including Celebration, Lake Nona, Winter Park, and Windermere. Our sessions are 100% on-location, capturing dogs, cats, and the people who love them in natural, comfortable settings.
We share our home with a spunky senior mini dachshund named Lexie and a sweet rescue cat named Ella. Our love for animals runs deep, and it’s what inspires us to capture authentic, emotional portraits of pets and their families.
We’ve also spent years giving back to the local animal community. From 2012 to 2018, we volunteered monthly with Pawsitive Shelter Photography, using our skills to help shelter pets find loving homes. We’ve also partnered with HeARTs Speak, a national network of artists supporting animals in need, and collaborated with local Central Florida rescues on a mission to make a difference.
There’s nothing more rewarding to us than freezing the moments that matter most. Whether you’re planning a playful session with your new puppy or a heartfelt farewell to a senior pet, our goal is to create meaningful artwork that reflects your pet’s personality and spirit.
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We’re so grateful you’re here, and we can’t wait to help you celebrate the love you share with your pets!
Hugs and belly rubs,
Tom and Erika
