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Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (October 16, 2025)

admin — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:53:23 +0000

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Winner
Most Expressive
Best Action Shot
Silliest
Most Dignified
Cutest
Sleepiest
Enter Your Dog

This Week’s Winner

Name:	Milo
Breed:	Shichi
Fun Fact:	“Milo is recently 6 months, this is a photo of when we bought Milo home when he was a young puppy ”

Most Expressive

Name:	Jax
Breed:	Poodle
Fun Fact:	“Jax loves Halloween!! Monster’s stay away!!! Jax is my seizure alert dog. He is an angel sent from heaven. He has saved my life many times. He is loved by everyone!!!”

Best Action Shot

Name:	Wally
Breed:	Border collie
Fun Fact:	“Wally!! He’s my ray of sunshine, full of energy, he loves to socialize, and he’s very playful and at the same time very sociable. He loves nature, and this photo reflects that.”

Silliest

Name:	Bowser
Breed:	Saint Bernard

Most Dignified

Name:	Gus
Breed:	Bull Mastiff x Cane Corso

Cutest

Name:	Penny
Breed:	Papillon/Long Haired Chihuahua
Fun Fact:	“Penny is 7 years old. She has Cerebellar Hypoplasia but that doesn’t slow her down. She’s the most sassy & happiest little girl.”

Sleepiest

Name:	Gambit
Breed:	Doberman
Fun Fact:	“She wakes up very early then goes back to sleep”

Enter Your Dog

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This article is a part of our Weekly Photo Contest

View past week’s winners here: October 9, 2025
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Giving Shelter Pets a Second Shot at Adoption

admin — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:37:54 +0000

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At Dogster, we love to celebrate everything dog, and that, in large part, includes the heroes who help make dogs’ lives a little better. Whether they’re rescuers, fosters, trainers, veterinarians, or passionate advocates, these are the people who remind us why we do what we do: because dogs make the world a better place.

People like Adam and his Second Shot Adoption Photo Program deserve to be recognised, and we are honored to share his story with you. His work reminds us that heroes come in many forms, and in this case, behind and in front of the lens. We hope you enjoy reading his story as much as we did.

– Nicole from Dogster

When people picture pet adoption, they usually think of joyful families walking out of a shelter with a new best friend. What many do not see are the hundreds of dogs and cats waiting in kennels, often overlooked because of how they appear in a single photo. That first impression can mean everything.

I learned this the hard way. My name is Adam Goldberg, and I run AGoldPhoto Pet Photography. Years ago, I started volunteering at animal shelters and noticed that many intake photos were snapped quickly under harsh lighting, with scared animals pressed against the back of their kennels. Those images did not show who the pets really were. To adopters scrolling online, they looked withdrawn, unapproachable, or even unfriendly. But when I spent just a few minutes with those same pets, I saw something entirely different: wagging tails, goofy grins, and hopeful eyes.

Image Credit: Eli _ Photo provided by Humane Society of Tampa

That is why I started the Second Shot Adoption Photo Program. The idea is simple: give shelter pets a second shot at being seen by replacing their intake photos with portraits that bring out their personalities. Since launching, I have photographed hundreds of dogs and cats. The results speak for themselves. Animals who had been passed over for weeks were adopted within days once their new portraits were shared. Families often tell me, “That photo is what made us come meet them.”

Second Shot is about more than pictures. It is about dignity and fairness. A bad photo should not determine whether a pet gets adopted, but sadly, it sometimes does. With community support and the help of corporate sponsors, I am able to work with shelters multiple times each week to make sure these animals are represented the way they deserve.

Shelters are more overcrowded than ever, and a simple portrait can literally change the course of a pet’s life. For $100, a sponsor can cover the cost of giving one pet their Second Shot and their chance at a happy ending.

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Every time I lift my camera, I am reminded that I am not just taking a photo. I am helping tell a story that ends with a family, a home, and a second chance.

How to Help

To learn more or to sponsor a Second Shot, please contact me via email at [email protected].

You can also follow me on Instagram and the Humane Society of Tampa to see my photos (and maybe find your next fur baby there).

Feature Image: Louie _ Photo provided by Humane Society of Tampa

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Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (October 9, 2025)

admin — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 15:33:16 +0000

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In this article

Winner
Most Expressive
Best Action Shot
Silliest
Most Dignified
Cutest
Sleepiest
Enter Your Dog

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This Week’s Winner

Name:	Marty
Breed:	Terrier poodle
Fun Fact:	“This photo was taken at Marty’s favourite spot – looking outside the front window to say hello to all his friends.”

Most Expressive

Name:	Chewbacca (Chewy)
Breed:	Long-haired chihuahua cross
Fun Fact:	“I adopted Chewy from a shelter in July this year. He’s about 4 and the most loving dog I’ve ever owned. Lively, feisty but with great spirit, I have no idea why anyone could surrender him. I saved his life and he saved mine.”

Best Action Shot

Name:	Khloe
Breed:	Great Dane
Fun Fact:	“She’s just a silly dog! She was a rescue in one of the best things that ever happened to us.”

Silliest

Name:	Gabby
Breed:	Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Fun Fact:	“There isn’t a wall, log or rock she doesn’t stand up on…… gives a better view of oncoming canines to greet.”

Most Dignified

Name:	Mira
Breed:	American Staffordshire Terrier
Fun Fact:	“Mira is a therapy dog for Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati. She loves visiting patients and staff in the emergency room. She was a rescue after a rough beginning and is now bringing joy to the Cincinnati area.”

Cutest

Name:	Lucy
Breed:	Beagle Terrier Mix
Fun Fact:	“Lucy is a 3 year old Beagle Terrier mix I recieved from Barcs animal shelter. I hung out with her for Dogs Day Out and fell in love. I went back the next day to adopt her and a lady beat me to it but when Lucy saw me she ran straight up and required me to pet her. The woman who adopted her felt that the best place for Lucy was with me and my family. So… she gave her to us. I was so surprised I cried and hug her. I knew it was meant to be and so did Lucy. Now she sleep on the sofa and requires pets daily .”

Sleepiest

Name:	Becca
Breed:	Jack-a-Bee
Fun Fact:	“She loves sleeping on the top of the couch even though she’s not supposed to”

Enter Your Dog

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This article is a part of our Weekly Photo Contest

View past week’s winners here: October 2, 2025
Click here to view the full list of our past winners

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Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (September 18, 2025)

admin — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 06:39:17 +0000

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In this article

Winner
Most Expressive
Best Action Shot
Silliest
Most Dignified
Cutest
Sleepiest
Enter Your Dog

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This Week’s Winner

Name:	Otis
Breed:	Australian Labradoodle
IG:	@otis.the.lakedoode
Fun Fact:	“Otis loves to run zoomies on the beach, go for walks and play with his toys in the yard. He is so smart and always gets the attention of others when out around town. Recently, he was featured for the dog walking forecast on the local news and was in the 2025 paw print calendar.”

Most Expressive

Name:	Gimli
Breed:	Shih Tzu
Fun Fact:	“Girlie is my shadow. He has to be by my side every moment. He helped me get through when my husband passed away. I have more shih tzu’s and rules the roost.”

Best Action Shot

Name:	Milo
Breed:	Chihuahua/shih tzu mix
Fun Fact:	“This is Milo, he’s 4 months old. His favourite thing to do is either playing fetch, tug of war or running up and down.”

Silliest

Name:	Spirit
Breed:	Scottish Terrier
Fun Fact:	“Spirit is a well suited name for this Scottish Terrier who does not act anything like her 11 years! We live in Canada and the first snow fall is always an adventure which includes washing her back and face in it – he gets rather vocal about it barking and growling and snorting. People driving by always stop and watch and most often say “that’s funny, thanks for making my day”.”

Most Dignified

Name:	Frankie
Breed:	Rat Terrier/Chihuahua mix
Fun Fact:	“Frankie is 14-years-old and still enjoys playing with his squeaky toys and napping.”

Cutest

Name:	Saya
Breed:	Micro pit
IG:	@Saya_sugarbutt
Fun Fact:	“Its a little cooler in the mornings, so she gets to wear her pjs. She enjoys chasing squirrels and cuddling. She was brought in to the ER to be euthanized. Instead she was surrendered and living her life as a model, someone’s entire world (me) and pet influencer. Also, just being her loveable self. Saya. Interesting fact: her nickname Sugarbutt was because before her surgery, we sat her in a bowl of sugar (she had a rectal prolapse)”

Sleepiest

Name:	Halie
Breed:	Labrador
IG:	@Judi_59
Fun Fact:	“Snores. Can fall asleep in a split second. Loyal, more than any of my 8 dogs !”

Enter Your Dog

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This article is a part of our Weekly Photo Contest

View past week’s winners here: September 11, 2025
Click here to view the full list of our past winners

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Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (July, 24 2025)

admin — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:07:04 +0000

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In this article

Winner
Most Expressive
Best Action Shot
Silliest
Most Dignified
Cutest
Sleepiest
Enter Your Dog

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This Week’s Winner

Name:	Beckham
Breed:	Goldendoodle
Fun Fact:	“HE’S THE BIGGEST TEDDY BEAR EVER. He’s like 75 pounds but still thinks he’s a lap dog.”

Most Expressive

Name:	Bubbles
Breed:	Lhasa Apso
Fun Fact:	“Likes wearing her little clothes. She’s so loving and caring.”

Best Action Shot

Name:	Finn
Breed:	Miniature Australian Shepherd
Fun Fact:	“Finn is so talented and loves posing for pictures. I was telling him to say hello to our long distance friends.”

Silliest

Name:	Luna
Breed:	Goldendoodle
Fun Fact:	“My Luna loves to play with bubbles!”

Most Dignified

Name:	Angel
Breed:	Goldendoodle
Fun Fact:	“Angel is very loving and enjoys playing with her best friend Sassy also a goldendoodle.”

Cutest

Name:	Hippo
Breed:	Pitbull
Fun Fact:	“He was at work with me looking over the counter hoping for a cookie”

Sleepiest

Name:	Rosie
Breed:	King Charles caviller spaniel
Fun Fact:	“This picture is her last Friday”

Enter Your Dog

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This article is a part of our Weekly Photo Contest

View past week’s winners here: July 17, 2025
Click here to view the full list of our past winners

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Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (August 28, 2025)

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:31:41 +0000

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In this article

Winner
Most Expressive
Best Action Shot
Silliest
Most Dignified
Cutest
Sleepiest
Enter Your Dog

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This Week’s Winner

Name:	Nova
Breed:	French Bulldog
IG:	@moose_gibbs_nova
Fun Fact:	“Nova is an office dog at a Medical Weightloss clinic who’s spirited personality brightens patients day. Her favorite toy is her herding ball that she feverishly pushes around her yard with her snout. It was actually her running through a flower field that inspired this cute photo.”

Most Expressive

Name:	Harper
Breed:	Rough Collie
IG:	@toltjenbruns
Fun Fact:	“This photo of my girl, was taken in the backyard of one of my dog clients homes. Harper knows, as soon as I break out my camera, it’s time to pose and shine!”

Best Action Shot

Name:	Khattana
Breed:	Great Dane
Fun Fact:	“Kattana doesn’t run she hops like a rabbit! She is my mobility service animal and she is amazing!”

Silliest

Name:	Stevie
Breed:	Yorkshire Terrier
Fun Fact:	“Stevie’s new belly band. Stevie also enjoys playing with his cousins!”

Most Dignified

Name:	Khaleesia
Breed:	Anatolian Shepherd/ Newfoundland
Fun Fact:	“She is a amazing dog we call her mama dog because she has taken care of in her lifetime 22 kittens and 16 puppies! We Foster and she is the one that takes them all in and takes care of them! She is a wonderful mama to all the little babies!”

Cutest

Name:	Milo
Breed:	Chihuahua X Shih tzu
Fun Fact:	“Milo is a young puppy who loves to play fetch. Most people wonder how he’s super fluffy. We got him like that on the day we took him home. His favourite food is royal canin kibble. He begs for it all the time! On the photo Milo decided to be very photogenic at the time and was trying to give licks and kisses. He is the most adorable puppy anyone could ever meet!”

Sleepiest

Name:	Roxy
Breed:	Pugle
Fun Fact:	“My sweet 12 yr old girl on her favorite blanket.”

Enter Your Dog

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This article is a part of our Weekly Photo Contest

View past week’s winners here: August 21, 2025
Click here to view the full list of our past winners

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Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (July, 31 2025)

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 22:22:11 +0000

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In this article

Winner
Most Expressive
Best Action Shot
Silliest
Most Dignified
Cutest
Sleepiest
Enter Your Dog

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This Week’s Winner

Name:	Albert
Breed:	Plot Hound mix
IG:	@Albathistles
Fun Fact:	“This is my pretty, pretty Albert. He’s the sweetest, most loyal, baby boy ever. He’s my heart! He lays by the front door whenever I leave the house and won’t move until I’m home including an unexpected 5 day hospital stay. He definitely rescued me. Thank you to the group in Texas that sent him to the PNW to be adopted.”

Most Expressive

Name:	Austin
Breed:	Chihuahua Mix
Fun Fact:	“Always in the kitchen with his Mama. Not cooking…waiting for tidbits to fall. Such a precious boy. He is very spoiled and very loved.”

Best Action Shot

Name:	Wallen
Breed:	Ditch Ray
Fun Fact:	“We found him and his eight brothers and sisters in a ditch. We don’t know what he is but he’s 100% good boy.”

Silliest

Name:

Mac and Rosa

Most Dignified

Name:	Gigi
Breed:	Chihuahua Mix
Fun Fact:	“Gigi, our friends dog, stayed over for a week and turned out to be the best cure during my recovery after my recent stroke. A small dog with a big heart.”

Cutest

Name:	Coco
Breed:	Datsun
Fun Fact:	“He’s very energetic, love’s going a long walks love playing fetch loves a great outdoors. He’s very loving and sweet he meets no strangers is the greatest thing that’s ever happened to me.”

Sleepiest

Name:	Stevie
Breed:	Yorkshire Terrier
Fun Fact:	“Stevie plays so much in daytime he’s so sleepy and tired at night. “

Enter Your Dog

Submit your doggie for a chance to be featured! Click here

This article is a part of our Weekly Photo Contest

View past week’s winners here: July 24, 2025
Click here to view the full list of our past winners

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