More than 30,000 pets competed in the 2008 Spay Day USA Pet Photo Contest. Animal lovers from around the world submitted striking images and shared heartwarming stories about how their furry or feathered companions have made a difference in their lives.

To see the names of the Top 500 Vote-getters, please click here.

After much consideration, our celebrity judges have chosen our Grand Prize winner. View the slideshow below to see Gomer and our ten Finalists. Then click here to see the 25 pet photos that received Honorable Mentions. All will receive fabulous prizes.