Early Bird Entry Prize:
Get your cutest pet pics and votes in early for a chance to win something magical! For every entry or vote you make between September 1st and September 7th (by 11:59 PM), you’ll be entered into a special drawing to win 4 tickets to see The Nutcracker performed by the LA Ballet this December in Los Angeles.
The winner of this dazzling early bird prize will be announced on September 8th at 12 PM!
Contest Prizes:
Top vote-getter, AKA The Grand Prize, for the pet with the most votes:
- A complimentary night in a King Guestroom at the Stables Inn, Paso Robles, CA (value $379)
- Two (2) tickets to our 2026 HSVC Birthday Bash Dinner (value $300)
- Please note that if the top vote-getter is unable to attend the 2026 Birthday Bash Dinner, we will offer a $100 gift card to PetSmart.
- Customized gift basket featuring HSVC swag, pet, and people goodies
- Month spread in the 2026 HSVC Calendar
1st Place in each category (Cats, Dogs, and Other Pets)
- Month spread in the 2026 HSVC Calendar
- Pet-specific prize for the first-place pets (ex., the winner of the cat category will be gifted a cat tree, etc.)
- Special HSVC swag bag delivered to your home
2nd Place in each category (Cats, Dogs, and Other Pets)
- Month spread in the 2026 HSVC Calendar
- Pet treat goody bag
- HSVC Hat
3rd Place in each category (Cats, Dogs, and Other Pets)
- Month spread in the 2026 HSVC Calendar
- HSVC Water bottle
Judges' Choice – our judges will vote on their favorite cat, dog, and other pet!
- Month spread in the 2026 HSVC Calendar
- HSVC Mug
Please note: all prizes are not transferable and may not be redeemed for cash.