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2024 & 2025 Dogster Photo Contest Winners

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Welcome to our Dogster’s Dog of the Week winners’ gallery, where the best of the pack take center stage! Every week, our community of dog enthusiasts submits their cutest, funniest, and most captivating photos, but only one lucky dog in each category can snag the highly sought-after title.

Whether it’s a fluffy furball basking in the sun, a cranky senior dog giving a side-eye to the camera, or an energetic pup caught in a hilarious moment of mischief, these winners have charmed our team with their personalities, cuteness, and irresistible doggy spirit.

Below, you’ll find a collection of unforgettable moments from our past champions. These pups didn’t just take home the prize—they absolutely owned their category! From majestic poses to playful action shots, each photo tells a uniquely canine story… and who knows? You might just find some inspiration for your own dog’s shot at glory!

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How to Enter Your Dog

Does your dog have the personality, flair, and good looks to earn the prestigious title of Dogster’s Dog of the Week? Well, there’s only one way to find out—by entering them into our weekly contest! Submit your photo today and see if they can strut their stuff in to the spotlight!

Each week, our team reviews all submissions to select the top dog photos across the categories listed below, with the winner announced every Thursday

  • Silliest
  • Cutest
  • Most Dignified
  • Most Expressive
  • Best Action Shot
  • Sleepiest

Click here to submit your dog!

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2 Responses

  1. I been trying to get him in the dogster magazine. I entered with pupvote and they buy votes for dogs. I want to win the spot in a magazine. I dress my little Buster up all the time and been looking for contest to put him in . Especially where they judge for the winner. Anyways thanks again for having these contest and have a great day.

    1. Hi Brian,

      That's great, thanks for sending in the picture and for you nice message, have a great day! 🙂

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