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Congratulations to TOP EIGHTEEN PICTURES of our third photo contest: DOG DAYS OF WINTER! Selecting only 18 pictures from more than 600 entries (whoaaa!) was a very difficult task. The below pictures are our office favorites whose merits were discussed at length! Virtually everyone who submitted entries had two or three outstanding shots, and with great regret we can not publish them all. Congratulations to all and a hearty thank you to all who participated!

The voting has ended. Congratulations to our TOP THREE dogs. We all know it wasn't easy to win this contest. All the campaigning, clicking and the excitement. Everybody needs a good rest in their warm homes now and keep a good eye on the mailman! Thank you for your participation everyone! Wags to all.

NEXT CONTEST: EMAIL YOUR PHOTOS AS AN ATTACHMENT TO: pictures at housepetmagazine dot com for the future contest: Join our next photo contest: RAGS TO RICHES with your adopted dog to show the whole world how rewarding it is to save a life. If your four legged friend is adopted from a shelter, a rescue organization, streets, or from another family -- we would like to hear his or her story with the happy ending. NO RESIZING NECESSARY. DEADLINE IS: FEBRUARY 23rd. YOU CAN SEND UP TO THREE PHOTOS.

 

 
My Name: Oz

BFF: Carrie Campbell

Hello, my name is Oz and I'm an Australian Cattle Dog. Some people call me a Blue Heeler. Winter is my favorite time of the year. I love to play in the snow and catch (then eat) snow balls. I am extremely devoted to my family and enjoy nothing more than cuddling in the bed after a day of playing in the snow.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 900

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My Name: Shadow

BFF: Lorri Bakker

Hi, my name is Shadow. I am 4 years old and the Shadow knows that if you do not give up that snowball in your hand right now, I will simply cry. I LOVE snowballs. One of my favorite things to do is to chase snowballs. I am thankful we live in Chicago, so we do get snow for 4 or 5 months out of the year, which is GREAT! When my dad says it is time to go "snow-doggin", I run to the backdoor and wait for him to get those snowballs ready. He throws them high & far and with a yelp, I run to find them and eat them up!!!! YUM! I LOVE SNOWBALLS!

NUMBER OF VOTES: 620

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My Name: Logan

BFF: Laura Wilburn

Hi, my name is Logan. My parents picked me up from Logan airport in Boston and had no name picked out for me. So, I was named after the airport! Silly parents, huh? I am a one year old male Westie. Believe it or not, I am obedience trained and have earned my CGC, CD and RE (rally excellent) titles. I suppose this means I am a pretty smart cookie! My favorite past time is watching TV, especially shows with animals on it. My #1 goal in life is to help Santa pull his sleigh. Who says it is for reindeers only? I might be little, but I just know I could navigate his sleigh on all the roof tops of the world.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 550

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  My Name: Petey

BFF: Beth Kramer

Hello, my name is Petey and I live in New York City. Here I am playing in the snow when we had a blizzard last year. I can't wait for the snow to come this year because it is soo much fun. I love to play in the snow but sometimes I get lost because the snow is so deep. I like to romp around and play until all the snow is stuck on my fur. Best of all, the snow tastes pretty yummy too. I like to wear my clothes and shoes because I can play for longer in the snow and not get so cold."

NUMBER OF VOTES: 400

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My Name: Brownie

BFF: Laura Correa

Hello, my name is Brownie. I live in New York and I am almost 4 years old. I don't know where the snow is this year!!! My sister and I are quite upset about that. But it's ok, I got to play lots of soccer this season. Yes, I play soccer better than Beckham! Cold winter days, I love curling up under daddy's bed pillows.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 350

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My Name: Bud

BFF: T. Haji Mahmood

My name is Bud and I live in Ridgway, Colorado. I am a "high altitude junkie" when it comes to having a good time. if I sense a hike is afoot, I monitor my human friend's every location in the house. When I hear “Let’s go!”, together with my pack of brothers and sisters, we instantly bound for the door, careening on top of one another to be the first out. Sometimes it’s a logjam, as we all squeeze out together. It’s a charge for the car and a stampede to get the choice spots once the Subaru hatchback is open.But Bandit is the Alpha-male who dominates the front seat. We specialize in exploring wild landscapes and having far out “dog picnics".

NUMBER OF VOTES: 140

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  My Name: Zilla and Samba

BFF: Tanya Rose

After a snow fall that left us housebound, we decided to brave the elements and go snowshoeing around the 'hood. My brother Samba, being closer to the ground, was not so thrilled, as the snow was as tall as he was and he collected lots of "snow bunnies" on his belly. I on the other hand, couldn't have been happier as I bounded through the deep snow, rolled in it and took it on headfirst, literally. All in all, we both had nice long naps after this romp. But I was ready to go back out as soon as I woke up!

NUMBER OF VOTES: 200

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My Name: Cirra

BFF: Robyn Douglas

Hello, I am Cirra, a two year old Great Pyrenees. I enjoy a variety of activities but I mostly love going for walks and playing in the snow. I am a Canine Good Citizen and have earned my Rally Novice Obedience title. I am extremely friendly and my human family is planning for me to become a therapy dog and reader dog in the future.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 250

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My Name: Ti-Tom

BFF: Ginette Duval

Hello, my name is Ti-Tom and it is so cold here in Québec! I love winter especially after a big snow storm ....Great fun! I jump around and play catch me if you can! But then when it get's -20 , mom dresses me up!! Sweater's, boots - you name it, I have it. I make yellow snow when ever I get a chance :-)

NUMBER OF VOTES: 190

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  My Name: Miss Daisy Mae

BFF: Nancy Landis

Hello, my name is Miss Daisy Mae. I am a four year old Bearded Collie mix - a Neardie! I live on Long Island with my human family, mom, dad, my human sister and my brother English Pointer, Roo.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 190

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My Name: Bodie

BFF: Susan Shingleton & Greg Hopkins

Hi, my name is Bodie, I am always moving. I never stop except to sleep, but not even to go to the bathroom! I am a very active 9 year old lab and a very big dog! I love my space and I don't sleep with anyone. As you can see in this photo, I am on the move as usual!

NUMBER OF VOTES: 180

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My Name: Juneau

BFF:Jill Mayer

Hello, I am a one year old Siberian Husky. This is my first snowfall here in Kenosha, WI. I love running and jumping through the snow. I love playing with my big brother "Koda" a three year old black lab.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 120

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My Name: Stella

BFF: Ann Wallen

Hi, my name is Stella. I am a Standard Parti-Poodle (because I am part white and part black). I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the cold and snow..!!! I live in Minnesota so that works out well for me. I get to go for walks with my ball of course, cross country ski adventures and ice fishing. I am 2 years old and love every dog, person and even every cat I meet. Life is good.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 150

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My Name: Angel

BFF: Sue Rutkowski

Hi my name is Angel and I am a five month old old Siberian Husky, absolutely a “Snow Dog”. I am happiest in the snow. My sister Jazz and I spend our time looking for the next drift to bury our heads in. Nothing is more fun than playing tag around the trees in the yard – and of course, in the snow.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 140

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My Name: Baby Face

BFF: Kelley

Oops! You found me! My name is Baby Face and I am a 10 wk old Brussel Griffon. Even though I am only 6" tall I can jump onto the couch by myself - whoo-eee! I love to play hide and seek, but don't come looking too quickly or I won't be ready. It takes me a while to find just the right spot. I love my human mom and dad very much and they let me give them kisses whenever I want! Going outside for a walk or to play is my favorite thing to do...or is it sit on mom's lap and get petted and belly rubs...or is it eating...or is it chasing my doggie friends...or is it ...? Oh, I can't decide what I like to do best!

NUMBER OF VOTES: 150

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My Name: Lucy

BFF: Kendall Carraher

Hi, my name is Lucy and I am a Lab and German Shorthair mix. I am a sister to a horse, snake and fish. I love to play outside in the sun or snow, but never pass up an opportunity to crawl up and watch a movie. I may be a mutt, but my human family say they consider me as a purebred part of the family.

NUMBER OF VOTES: 140

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My Name: Typhoon

BFF: Misa Garcia

Brrrrrrrr - even for a big guy like me, it's cold outside, here in Jersey City!!! I love going for walks with my humans Misa and Markus, but sometimes I need a little extra somethin'-somethin' to keep me warm and fuzzy. As you can see - I love dressing up for the cold weather. I am currently looking for something stylish and form-fitting in cashmere - so if you know of something, please let me know!

NUMBER OF VOTES: 150

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  My Name: Pixel

BFF: Pate Eng

Hello! My name is Pixel and I live in New York. There's no snow yet, but it is a cold winter day in this picture. I love my master, because I'll be hungry without him. I have lots of fun with pillows because when you rip them open, feathers come out. They look exactly like the birds I see in the Park! Every time I see a pillow, I dig further to see if they're hiding in there. But, to this day, no sign of any birdie in those pillows...

NUMBER OF VOTES: 150

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PRIZES!!!

Top three most voted contestants will have the option to choose items they like from our favorites list!

1st Winner:
Choose 3 items
2nd Winner:
Choose 2 items
3rd winner:
Choose 1 item

Many thanks and wags to all our sponsors and their continuous support! Please visit their websites for more information on these wonderful goodies! We hope that you will like our gift list and find it most useful, informative and fun!

Unique Pet Laundry Wash from Pet Botanica. Their products contain the finest natural ingredients, designed to honor the health and well being of our animal companions and our planet. Biodegradable, chemical free, paraben free, sulfate free, and enzyme free. 8 fl oz.
A light PINK t-shirt from DIG wear -inspired by dogs searching for that ultimate bone in life. DIG's lines are sharp,clean and minimalist with a color palette to match. T-shirt is soft, beautiful, pink and small size.
Songs to Make Dogs Happy CD. Featuring Squeaky Deakey! By Laurel Canyon Animal Company. Super fun!
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Book Description
Showing off a dog’s distinctive attitude is easy and stylish with this collection of 12 colorful and upbeat knitwear designs for medium to large dogs. Patterns for classy, special-occasion knits, warm coats and hats, and adorable everyday sweaters blend simple shapes and sumptuous yarn with high-energy colors to create sophisticated canine apparel.

 

Easy Grab Discs from KiaPet. Made of high strength floating techno-plastic. Easy to pick up off of any hard surface, Bite resistant and durable. Book Description
This lovely collection tells of the hope and healing that comes from contact with horses. Whether used to give disabled riders a sense of freedom and mobility, to heal wounds of childhood abuse, to assist with work, or simply as loving companions, horses bond with people in ways that change them for the better.
My favorite grooming line. FACIAL SCRUB that helps remove tear stains. Nice smell lasts for days. Environmentally safe, cruelty free formula.
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HOW WILL THIS WORK?

This is a voting contest. Housepetmagazine.com chose the above 18 photographs to enter this voting contest. The rest is up to the cyber public!

Due to caching, the results are not updated live, but twice daily. Please refresh your browser window to see the latest changes on the vote counts. (Hit the F5 key on your keyboard or click on the Refresh button on your browser window. If that doesn't refresh, then please clean your internet history each time or change your internet settings.)

Note that you can only vote once a day from the same computer for a specific image. When you click more than once for the same picture, it will not count. Don't forget to spread the word to everyone you know! Votes will count only from different computers. Start campaigning NOW!!!!

The contest will run until FEBRUARY 18, 2007 AT 6PM

NEXT CONTEST: EMAIL YOUR PHOTOS AS AN ATTACHMENT TO: pictures at housepetmagazine dot com for the future contest: "FROM RAGS TO RICHES" WITH A SHORT PARAGRAPH THAT TELLS US HIS/HER ADOPTION/RESCUE STORY.

 

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