April 2006 Photo Contest Winners
Over 1200 dog photo entries this month (!), but only ten could win. As always, the photos submitted made us laugh, made us "aww" -- and we're sure they'll do the same to you! There were many other photos who made our honorable mentions for the contest - be sure to stop by and see them.
If you submitted this month but didn't win, why not submit photos for our May Photo Contest?
1st Place Winner
$125 Gift Certificate
Courtesy of: Le Prissy Pets Jewelry
Buttercup
Owner/Mom: Misti, Indiana
Buttercup's Mom says: “Buttercup is a 3 month old Lhaso Apso puppy. She loves begging for food, shopping, and playing with stuffed animals. She has a big personality for a little dog.”
2nd Place Winner
Leather Dog Collar & Leash Set
Courtesy of: UrbanHund
Nina and Murphy
"Sister": Heather, California
Nina and Murphy's "Sister" says: “Nina and Murphy are my dad's dogs. My husband and I dog sit for Nina and Murphy quite often. Murphy is very special but he seems perpetually depressed. You can almost hear him sighing in this photo we took of Murphy. He is a great dog - loves to cuddle and easy to take care of. It's just that his signature look is one of quiet contemplation. Nina on the other hand is quite the firecracker. The photo we took of them on their walk shows how they are always going in different directions.”
3rd Place Winner
Prize: Personalized Silver Heart ID Tag
Courtesy of: Calling All Dogs
Valentino
Owner: Tamara, Texas
Valentino's mom says: “This is Valentino, our sweet boy! He is a 4 month old chihuahua and he loves to play! Valentino loves to dress up and get lots of attention. His favorite toy is his ball! He has quite the personality and lives up to his name. He seems to know that we all adore him!”
4th Place Winner
Prize: Puppy Blanket/Toy Set
Courtesy of: FouFou Dog
Maya
Owner: Danica, Tennessee
Maya's Mom says: “Maya was a present from my now husband. I walked in one day to find her in her kennel and a note that read "marry me? (or you can't have what's inside)". She's so friendly and sweet, she loves people and won't relax until she's given everyone who walks through the door kisses.”
5th Place Winner
Prize: Leather Collar & Lead
Courtesy of: ROUGE NEW YORK
Jessa
Owner/Dad: Megan, Minnesota
Jessa's Mom says: “I always know when Jessa has something she's not supposed to have, like, oh say, a shoe, or a hair clip, or a toilet paper roll, because she hides under my couch with just her little tushy sticking out. She thinks that because her little head is hiding, that I can't see what she's doing! ”
6th Place Winner
Prize: Puppy-Themed Greeting Cards
Courtesy of: Get Off The Furniture!
Finn
Owner: Noelle
Finn's Mom says: “This is Finn, my 15 month old Labrador "Retriever". We use the term "retriever" loosely-I don't think his mom filled him in on that part! His favorite activity is tug-o-war, and he barks with his mouth closed over the toy while he's tugging. Talk about funny!”
7th Place Winner
Prize: Puppy Love Gift Tote Bag
Courtesy of: Personalized Pup
Reynolds
Owner: Julie, Minnesota
Reynolds's Mom says: “Reynolds is now 27 lbs. and is almost two years old. This picture was taken at eight weeks. ”
8th Place Winner
Prize: $25 Gift Certificate
Courtesy of: Paw Palace Online
Cleopatra
Owner/Mom: Christine
Cleopatra's Mom says: “We are submitting our little girl, Cleopatra, for your April photo contest. Her right eye has an eyeliner mark, which is why she is named Cleopatra. She is definitely a little Jack Russell, she loves being outside and explores and hunts for squirrels, although I think the squirrels think they can take her on...”
9th Place Winner
Prize: Puppy-Themed Greeting Cards
Courtesy of: Kathy Weller Pet Portraits
Elvira
Owner/Mom: Joyce, Texas
Elvira's Mom says: “This is my 4 month old Chow Chow puppy Elvira. She was named after the song and every time someone hears her name they start singing the song to her, it is so funny. Her favorite things to do are playing with her Chow Chow sisters and her kitten cousin Alex.”
10th Place Winner
Prize: Nylon Dog Collar
Courtesy of: Mollywear
Maya
Owner: Mary, California
Maya's Owner says: “Likes: rope toys, napping, going to the dog park, and chewing on ice cubes. Dislikes: baths, the camera's flash, being woken up early in the morning, and not getting to go with me every time I go out.”
Wait! There's more! See the honorable mentions »
