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Why You Should Enter Your Pet in the 2026 Whiskers & Wags Pet Photo Calendar Contest!

Do you have an adorable, goofy, or downright photogenic pet? Want to see him or her professionally photographed and featured in a beautiful pet calendar while helping rescue animals in need? Then don’t miss your chance to enter the 2026 Whiskers & Wags Pet Photo Calendar Contest benefiting the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch  

Your Pet Deserves the Spotlight ✨

This is so much more than just a contest—it’s a way to celebrate your pet, share their cuteness with the world, and raise critical funds for shelter animals waiting for their forever homes. By entering, you’ll have a shot at getting your pet featured in the 2026 calendar, and if they win the most votes they’ll land the coveted cover spot PLUS and a Cover Spot and feature article in Suncoast Pet Magazine!

It’s Easy & Fun to Enter! 

Step 1:    Upload a photo of your pet to the contest website with a $5 donation

Step 2:     Share your pet’s unique link and rally your friends, family, and social media followers to vote for them ($1 per vote donation).

Step 3:     Watch the leaderboard and compete in weekly mini-contests for fun prizes from local pet friendly businesses! 

 Why Enter? 

✔ Support a Great Cause – Every entry and vote helps HSLWR provide medical care, food, and shelter for rescue animals in need. 

✔ Win a Spot in the Calendar – The top 13 vote-getters will be featured in the 2026 Whiskers & Wags Calendar, with the top winner gracing the cover!

✔ Win a Featured Magazine Cover Spot – The top vote-getters will be featured on the cover of Suncoast Pet Magazine along with a feature article.

✔ Professional Pet Photoshoot – The winning pets will receive a complimentary professional pet photography session with Moments Unleashed by Sherri Krams Photography for their calendar feature photo. 

✔ Bragging Rights & Community Fun – It’s an exciting, friendly competition that brings together local pet lovers and their furry stars. 

A Proven Success Story 

Last year, skeptics weren’t sure how a $5 entry fee and $1 votes could add up to anything big—but guess what? The 2025 contest raised nearly $30,000!  The excitement was contagious, and people loved watching their pets climb the leaderboard. It brought together community and  pet lovers from across the area, each eager to showcase their furry friends while supporting a great cause.

Get Ready for the 2026 Contest!

Opens March 28 – Runs throughout April 30. 

Ends with a Celebration Party – The calendar will be revealed at a big event this fall!

Don’t wait—start picking your pet’s best photo now and get ready for an unforgettable contest! 

Enter your pet starting March 28 at http://www.gogophotocontest.com/humanesocietyatlakewoodranch

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