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2026 Paw-parazzi Pet Photo Contest Winners – April 3

This Year’s Pet Photo Contest

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cats & dogs submitted

$19,994

raised for animals in need

Joybound’s 2026 Paw-parazzi Pet Photo Contest is complete — and what a paw-sitively fabulous show you put on! Submissions are closed, the votes have been tallied, and we’re thrilled to reveal the six dogs and six cats who will star in our 2027 Pet Calendar!

Thank you to every single human and furry friend who joined the contest this year! Thanks to you, our inbox has never been so full of whiskers, wagging tails, and irresistible “awws.”

Feline Winners

#1: Blue & Baxter

Two cats curled up together in a woven basket. The first cat is gray with darker stripes and green eyes, while the second cat has a white belly and gray-brown stripes. They are resting comfortably in the basket, which is placed on a wooden surface.

#2: Winston

A black and white cat with a red bow tie sitting by a window, looking outside. The background features green plants and a wooden fence, indicating a sunny outdoor setting.

#3: Atlanta

An orange tabby cat resting in a brown pet bed attached to a scratching post. The cat has its front paw extended outwards and is looking curiously at the camera, with its ears perked up and eyes wide open.

#4: Theodore

An orange and white cat resting on a floral-patterned blanket, with a large ball of beige yarn beside it. The cat is looking directly at the camera, with its ears perked up and a curious expression.

#5: Xixias

A fluffy gray cat with green eyes lying on a light pink and white patterned blanket. The cat has a teal collar with a tag and is positioned on a bed with green decorative pillows in the background.

Judges’ Pick: Sunkist

An orange tabby cat lying on a light-colored sofa, wearing a festive red tie with holiday-themed designs. The cat is looking directly at the camera, with its ears perked up and a neutral expression.

Canine Winners

#1: Millie

A medium-sized white dog with brown accents sits on green grass. The dog has a collar with tags and is facing the camera, appearing alert and content in a bright, sunny environment.

#2: Lupini Bean Jones

A light brown and white mixed-breed dog lying on green grass with its tongue out. The dog has a shaggy coat, a friendly expression, and is surrounded by leafy plants, indicating a sunny outdoor environment.

#3: Oso

A brown Labrador Retriever lying on a patterned rug indoors. The dog is looking toward the camera with its mouth open, showcasing its teeth, and has a red rubber ball in front of it. In the background, a basket and partially visible objects are present.

#4: Jack

A small, fluffy dog with curly white and gray fur sitting in the back seat of a car. The dog has large, expressive eyes and a red collar, appearing alert and curious. The car's interior is modern with dark seats.

#5: Callie

Judges’ Pick: Roxy

A medium-sized dog with a brown and black coat is sitting in front of a colorful mural featuring large pink flowers and green leaves. The dog is wearing a pink harness and leash, with its ears perked up and a relaxed expression.

To all of our newly crowned calendar cuties, congratulations! Over the next few weeks, we’ll be reaching out to their humans for a few fun details and any tiny photo touch‑ups needed to make their glamour shots even more fabulous.

Thank you again to everyone who participated, shared, voted, or simply cheered on the cuteness. Your support makes our mission possible, strengthening the incredible human‑animal bond every single day.

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