Congratulations to the Winners of the Spay Day USA Pet Photo Contest!
Gomer is our Grand Prize winner! Chosen by our panel of celebrity judges, Gomer, along with ten Finalists and 25 Honorable Mentions, competed with more than 30,000 pets (and their caregivers) to win incredible prizes.
Whether you entered a pet in the contest or simply rooted for favorite contestants, The Humane Society of the United States thanks you for making the Spay Day USA Pet Photo Contest a success.
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Grand Prize Winner |
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Gomer
When looking to adopt,
I was shocked to see your name;
I'd been teased when I was little
and called the very same.
Though I tried to just ignore you,
and find a different cat,
It was you who chose me that day,
And how I was blessed by that!
— Gabriella Pyle, Walnut Creek, CA
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Finalists |
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Chaz
It's 8°F on a weekend morning, and I'm not lazing in my bed. Why? Because my dog Chaz needs to RUN RUN RUN! He gets me up and outside every day, a huge improvement from my previously sedentary life. I keep him entertained--he keeps me young.
— Devon, Minneapolis, MN
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Wally
Wally has been a great since getting him from our local humane society, I suffer from depression,Wally is just the thing to help lift my spirits on a bad day. Wally loves to cuddle up and purr right on my chest and sleeps on my pillow at night
— Brian, Oakwood, OH
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Zion
Zion is my 4yr. old deaf Great Dane. He has the sweetest personality. I suffer from anxiety and depression and Zion has helped me to calm down and have a reason to push through the depression. He is a great example of why deaf dogs deserve a chance!
— Lisa, Wendell, NC
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Bailey
Bailey makes me laugh each and everyday. He's the best therapist a girl could have...he's ready and willing to listen. Got a carrot?
— Tammy, Lansing, MI
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Molson
Molson is the best dog ever! Our paths crossed at a shelter four years ago and my life has been wonderful ever since! Molson is the perfect blend of traits one looks for in a dog. He is smart, sassy, goofy, and affectionate. He always makes me laugh.
— Linda, Somerville, MA
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Molly
Molly was a very precocious little puppy. She taught us about patience just as much as she taught us about unconditional love! Molly made us see the true priority in life: love, love, and more love.
— Kerry, New York, NY
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Pookie
Pookie is a wonderful, cheeky, bossy little character, who never fails to bring a smile to my face each and every day. She's helped me understand the emotional needs of animals and is a truly loved and valued family member.
— Melanie, Hull, England
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Yoshi
Yoshi brings us joy with his wonderful smile & positive attitude. Even when he had cancer & was receiving chemotherapy, he wanted to play. Yoshi is a constant reminder to enjoy every day while you can & to not miss a single opportunity to laugh!
— Connie, Glendale, AZ
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Captain Jack
Captain Jack was just too high energy for others. He made it possible for our family to compete in disc dog sports. Also, helped us rescue other high energy dogs to adopt out to disc dog homes. We have made wonderful friends all because of him.
— Christina, Fountaintown, IN
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Jenny
Meet Jenny. I found her in a parking lot. Now a therapy cat for our elder Sisters, cuddling on a lap or keeping watch over one of our dying Sisters, Jenny has brought joy into our lives. Most would call her a lucky stray cat; we call her a BLESSING.
— Sister Jo Ann, Emmitsburg, MD
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Honorable Mentions |
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Hypatia
Hypatia was a one of the baby rats, born from her rescued mother, who came from a man who didn't care if the rat became snake food or not. Hypatia was a very out going loving rattie.
— Anny, Detroit, Mi
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Farrah Nuff
It was love at first lick when Farrah Nuff planted that first loving kiss on my nose. Farrah is not only my best friend, but also my running partner. She's trained for and run multiple races with me. We keep each other company and healthy.
— Stephanie, San Angelo, TX
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Bailey
Bailey, my little tiger kitty, loves to play! She constantly makes me laugh, especially when she wants to be pulled around in her cardboard box (a.k.a. The Bailey Mobile). It makes my day when I come home and she's in the window waiting for me.
— Laura, Barrington, NH
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Izzy
This is Izzy. She is a 10 week old bundle of joy! Everything is meant to be chewed, anything can become an adventure, life is a big expanse for puppy feet to explore. She teaches me to see the new experience in everything - through new eyes!
— Alex, North Perth, WA, Australia
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Millie
My Millie Moo is such a lover! She is always there for me no matter what. She constantly looks outside to see if there is any animals to chase away. And after a long day of guarding the house she lays down in my lap for her daily lovein's!
— Jessica, Samson, AL
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Striper
Striper came into our lives through a friend he brings us and others joy and love. He goes to skilled nuring places for pet thearapy. He makes the residents smile with joy. He loves to sit on your lap and cuddle for hours.
— Jennifer, San Francisco, CA
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Little Suki
Suki is the goddess of frolic, and she makes every simple task an amusing occurrence. More than that, she shares with us her never-ending delight with the world and all its surprises - Suki shows us the wonder all about us and the rewards of play.
— John, Palos Heights, IL
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Cody
Cody has been in my life for 3 years and there hasn't been one day that I regret being with him.Everday when I come home,I'm greeted by his wagging tail and big smile.Through his optimistic attitude,I was able to appreciate the little things in life.
— Emily, San Jose, CA
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Fluffy
When everything in my life went wrong and when everything was hopeless
my fluffy was there for me. When i needed a shoulder to cry on he was there. He's my reason for waking up every morning, making a living and going to college to improve our lives.
— Milagros, Bronx, NY
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Quasi
When I adopted Quasi, an "adorkable" kitty with a cleft lip, it was love at first snarf. She's spokes-cat for the UglyKitty Fund, but stardom hasn't gone to her head. She's always there to curl up on my lap(top) or sneeze on me when I need it most.
— Renee, Bowie, MD
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Hobo
Hobo was a street puppy who was being beaten, so we rescued him and brought him home. He was only 5 months old, a Husky X. It was love at first sight.He has shown us that no matter how bad the start in life, it is possible to love and trust again.
— Valerie, Lagos, Algarve, Portugal
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Mr. Magoo
Magoo is blind/deaf from severe head trauma @ 3 months old It is hard for him to trust anyone, has been in 5 foster homes We have had him almost 6 months yet he still is sketchy of us although all we show him is love BUT HE STILL LIKES TO HAVE FUN!!!
— Samantha, Hewitt, NJ
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Tommy
I know what it's like to be homeless- so I'm grateful I can provide a safe warm home for Tommy.
He makes every day better- he loves like he's never been hurt, and dances like no one is watching.
Tommy is living proof there are angels among us.
— Julie, Las Vegas, NV
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Fabian
Fabian makes me smile no matter what kind of day I've had. He was abused before I found him but he doesn't let his injury slow him down. He always greets me with a present - pine cones, badminton racquet's, sticks, rocks or whatever he can grab!
— Christie, Marshallville, GA
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Barley
Despite the sweet face, Barley is the master of destruction! He plows through pillows, consumes shoes and recycles boxes... with a smile, of course. I DELIGHT in watching him grow into his own self. He's helped me to deeply value all animal life.
— Angela, Milwaukee, WI
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Pipsqueak
Without checking with my husband I called about a kitten kept in a dog crate since it was found by teens in a shopping center three week before. I further inconvenienced him by first keeping her in his bathroom...he now carries her everywhere.
— Penny, Flintstone, MD
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Sylvie
Sylvie has a happy, playful and devoted spirit. She takes pleasure in the simple things in life; a good bone, a walk in the park, a road trip, my cozy bed. Her eyes have an amazing expression of love that warms my heart and cheers my days.
— Hali, Lemon Grove, CA
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Buster
My dear sweet Buster makes me smile everyday. Through the long rainy winters without sunshine, on days when nothing seems to go right, or when I feel lonely and blue, Buster is always doing something cute that brings a smile to my face.
— Jette, McKinleyville, Ca
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Sierra
Sierra is a 9 y.o. Shepherd/Husky mix and she is an eternal puppy. She loves to be loved, she's the class clown and she prevents me from taking myself too seriously. She loves the snow and spends her time in it making doggy snow angels.
— Judith, Drums, PA
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Peep
Peep is a very silly rabbit. He makes me smile even when he's giving me "the look." If he were a dog, I'd think he was hungry. But with rabbits? It's just so hard to tell what they're thinking.
— Lisa, Keller, TX
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Sandy
When I was young, my family rescued Sandy as a pup on the streets. For 14 years she has taught me about patience, wisdom, and friendship. She is sensitive and comforts anyone who needs it by quietly sitting with you and laying her head in your lap.
— Celeste, Athens, WV
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Conan O'Brindle
he makes everyday more comical...hogging the bed, running in his sleep, spying on cats, his attempts to play but he is so tall and skinny and awkward, he is so sweet...all it takes to make him happy is a nice bed & few simple words...ride in the car?
— Sara, Portland, OR
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Luigi
Since the day we rescued him, Luigi has shown us nothing but love and appreciation. Besides filling our hearts with love, he gets us exercising at the park, "protects" us from anything astray that he sees, and amazes us with his tricks. We <3 him!
— Jennifer, Brooklyn, NY
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Jaxon
Jaxon's obvious advanced spirituality brings out the best in us. Here he is communing with the Dog Gods. Or maybe he's receiving instructions from the Mother Ship. In either case, his presence ennobles us.
— Ellis, Studio City, CA
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Shady
My dog named Shady helped me become more responsible. He taught me so well that I even opened my own dog day care facility with my wife. We try to help and raise money for our local shelter. www.afurrytailcometrue.com
— Anthony, Hellertown, PA
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