Grand Prizes
The winners of the photo contest will be determined by the top 12 entrants that get the most votes. The top winner will win the coveted cover photo for the 2027 calendar! 1st - 12th place winners will have their pet featured as a pet of the month.
The top 12 vote getters will have their pet professionally photographed by Golden Iris Portraits in the Colorado Springs or Denver area in the summer of 2026 for the 2027 calendar.
Calendar sessions take place on pre-selected Summer 2026 dates at designated locations, and winners must be able to attend the scheduled session or their spot will be offered to the next top vote getter. Winners may purchase printed products after their session or upgrade to a full session if desired.
Mini-Contest Prizes One pet who receives the highest number of new votes during a promotional period may win a mini-contest prize from one of the participating sponsors.
In the event of a tie for that week's or promo period's most votes, or if there are no new votes for that week or day, a random computerized drawing will be held for all eligible pets.
Certain individual business restrictions and limitations may apply and may vary by business. Golden Iris Portraits is not responsible for these restrictions and eligibility requirements as determined by each business.