Pet Pix Wanted

DENVER, June 14, 2009 – Time is running out to enter photos in American Humane’s 2009 Pets & Pals Photo Contest™ to compete for two $1,000 grand prizes and four $500 category prizes. This popular annual competition encourages photographers of all skill levels to send in shots of companion animals and farm animals, as well as photos portraying the bond between people and animals. There is no limit on the number of photos each participant may submit, but entries must be postmarked no later than July 31, 2009.

 2009 Pets & Pals Photo Contest Categories:

 1. Pets -- Whether they’re dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, birds or lizards, they’re your pets and you love them!

This category is open to pictures of one or more pets or companion animals of any species.

 2. People & Pets -- What are we without our pets, and what are our pets without us? Honor a special human-animal bond.

This category is open to pictures of one or more companion animals with one or more people.

 3. Down on the Farm -- Take your pick of the many animals found on a farm and capture a unique shot.

This category is open to pictures of one or more farm or ranch animals.

 4. Shelter Life -- At an animal shelter, amazing, devoted people take care of homeless animals waiting to be adopted. Snap a shot honoring both the animals and the professionals.

This category is open to pictures of shelter staff, volunteers, veterinarians, and animal control professionals and/or animals, in shelter settings.

 Entries, including Official Application and Release Form, should be sent to American Humane at 63 Inverness Drive East, Englewood, Colorado, 80112. All entries must be postmarked no later than July 31, 2009, and received no later than Aug. 7, 2009. Visit americanhumane.org for submission guidelines, the required form, and rules.