How Much Is The Entry Fee?
The entry fee is $10 per photo. During the entry process, you may also make an additional donation, which will count as votes* toward your submitted photo(s). All proceeds from contest entries and votes directly support the Potter League for Animals’ vital programs and services.
*A minimum of five (5) votes is required for guaranteed inclusion in the 2027 calendar.
How Many Photos Can I Enter?
You may enter as many photos as you’d like, with a $10 entry fee per photo. However, we recommend entering one strong photo and sharing that entry with friends and family to encourage voting.
What are the eligibility requirements?
- Photos of cats, dogs, horses, small mammals, reptiles, and birds are accepted
- Petsdo not need to be adopted from the Potter Leagueto be eligible
- Photos may include more than one pet
- Photos must be clear, high-quality, in color, and high resolution (300 dpi or higher recommended)
- Photos must include pets only (no people or wildlife)
- Pets must be owned by the entrant, or the entrant must have permission to submit the photo
Can I enter professional photos of my pet?
Yes! Professional photos are welcome with permission from the photographer. Photos with visible photographer watermarks may not be submitted without written permission. Calendar images for featured pets are produced through a professional photo shoot. Use of any submitted image is at the discretion of the Potter League and must meet calendar style, quality, and design requirements.
How do I vote for a pet's picture?
Votes are $1 each, with a minimum donation of $5(five votes). All votes are tax-deductible You may vote for your own pet—and your friends and family may vote as many times as they wish!
When does voting close?
Voting closes at 5:00 PM (Eastern Time) on Monday, March 2, 2026.
How do I know if I won?
Winners will be announced on the Potter League’s social media channels and contacted directly via email. You can also track standings throughout the contest by checking the leaderboard.
Please note: only the top 12 vote-getters will be featured as Pet of the Month models in the calendar.
When will I get my calendar?
We will mail calendars in Fall 2026.
Will the photos I submit be used in the calendar?
Calendar images for the featured pets are not taken from contest submissions. All 12 winning pets are required to participate in a professional photo shoot, which ensures a consistent, high-quality calendar design.
We do our best to make photo sessions as convenient and accessible as possible; however, participation in the professional photo shoot is required to be featured in the calendar.
Can I enter a pet who has passed away?
Absolutely. Pets who have passed may be entered and celebrated as part of the contest. Memorial entries are meaningful, and we are honored to help recognize the love shared.
Please note that the inclusion of memorial photos in the calendar is at the discretion of the Potter League and may be subject to additional guidelines. Factors such as image quality, resolution, and overall calendar design needs may affect whether a submitted photo can be used. Memorial entries may involve additional considerations, and our team will work with you to determine the most meaningful way to honor your pet.
What happens if my pet places in the top 12 but cannot attend the photo shoot?
To be featured as a Pet of the Month, participation in the professional photo shoot is required. If a winner is unable to participate, the Potter League will work with the entrant to determine next steps.
How are collage pages created?
All entries that receive five or more votes are guaranteed inclusion on the calendar collage pages, which celebrate the many pets who made this contest special.
Who should I contact with questions?
For questions about the contest, voting, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Development Team at development@potterleague.org or 401.846.0592.