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Double Votes, April 1st Special!

We know what day it is—but this is no prank. For a limited time only, we’re doubling your vote packages in the Virginia Living Cutest Pet Photo Contest!
That’s right: Buy votes today, and you’ll get the same amount again—completely free.

Hang tight—results are on the way!

We’re currently tallying and verifying all votes from the Qualifying Round to ensure every pet gets the credit they deserve.

Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes:

• 20% of each pet’s total votes will carry over to the Semi-Finals
• The top 3 vote-getters in each group will receive bonus votes:
  • 1st place: +200 votes
  • 2nd place: +100 votes
  • 3rd place: +50 votes

The full list of Semi-Finalists will be announced March 31 (at 10am)—check back soon to see who’s moving on!

Vote for Virginia’s Cutest Pet – Time is Running Out!

The final countdown is on! Voting for the Qualifying Round ends TOMORROW, and your favorite pet is still in the running to become Virginia Living’s Cutest Pet 2025!

Whether they’re leading the pack or poised for a last-minute comeback, now’s the time to make every vote count. There’s still room for a surprise surge—and your vote could make all the difference!

How to Help Your Favorite Pet Finish Strong:

• One free vote per day—quick and easy!
• Want to go the extra mile? Purchase additional votes to give your favorite pet a boost—plus, a portion of proceeds benefits the Richmond SPCA, so it’s cuteness for a cause!

The top 10 in each group advance to the Semi-Finals, carrying 20% of their vote total with them. Plus, the top 3 in each group earn bonus votes to help them go all the way!

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Don’t miss your chance to be part of Virginia’s most pawww-inspiring competition! Check back Monday to see who made it to the next round—and keep the momentum going!

The Qualifying Round ends tonight!

We’re in the final hours—voting for the Qualifying Round closes TONIGHT, and your favorite pet still has a shot at making it to the Semi-Finals in Virginia Living’s Cutest Pet Photo Contest! Here’s the best part, your favorite pet doesn’t have to take first place—just finish in the top 10 of their group to move on. Even a small push today could make a big difference.

And don’t forget: pets need at least one vote to qualify, so if your favorite pet hasn’t received a vote yet, now’s the time to make it count!

Quick refresher on why today matters:

• 20% of votes from this round carry over to the Semi-Finals
• The top 3 vote-getters in each group receive bonus votes:
  • 1st place: +200 votes
  • 2nd place: +100 votes
  • 3rd place: +50 votes

You can vote once per day for free, or give your favorite Pet an extra boost with purchased votes—a portion of proceeds benefits the Richmond SPCA, because helping animals is always in style.

Vote Now!   Search the Voting Groups

Qualifiers for the Semi-finals will announced on the 31st of March.

Legends Board

The competition is fierce, and these pets are stealing the show! Our Legends Board highlights the current front-runners in Virginia Living’s Cutest Pet Photo Contest. Does your pet have what it takes to be a legend?

About the Contest

Ready to make your pet famous?

Virginia Living's Cutest Pet Photo Contest spotlights Virginia's most paw-some companions in four categories:

• Top Dog
• Coolest Cat
• Farm Friend
• Adorable Other

Prizes:

One winner from each category will be featured in the May/June issue of Virginia Living, the highest quality, most widely read magazine in the state. Winners will also receive:

• A custom Virginia Living faux cover starring their pet
• An exciting prize package from the Richmond SPCA
• New! For our Top Dog and Coolest Cat winners: A handcrafted stoneware pet bowl from Emerson Creek Pottery, a Made in Virginia 2023 Award winner, featuring a customizable paw print pattern

Coolest Cat Bonus Prize: The Coolest Cat will also receive two tickets to the Virginia Cat Festival and special recognition at the event in Williamsburg this November.

Important Dates:

Submission period: Feb. 3–Mar. 16

Voting period: Mar. 17–Apr. 17

Submit your pet now!

Full Contest Guidelines

Questions? Email us at Editors@CapeFear.com.

Fees & Partnership/Beneficiary:

Entry is free! Support your favorite pet by voting—one vote is free, and additional votes can be purchased. A portion of proceeds from purchased votes benefits the Richmond SPCA, a national leader in animal advocacy and sheltering that helps local animals find loving, lasting homes.

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