Do you have a pure breed or mixed American Staffordshire Terrier, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Doberman Pinscher, Schnauzer or Great Dane with un-cropped ears?
If so, get your camera out and start taking pictures!
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association is sponsoring the “Natural Dog-Eared Photo Contest” to promote the natural beauty and functionality of dogs with un-cropped ears. Ear cropping is typically a surgical procedure that is performed on dogs solely for cosmetic purposes. It has no medical benefit to the dog and actually causes pain and distress and may result in medical and behavioral problems.
Prizes will be awarded for the three best photos that showcase the dog’s natural ears.
Contest Rules:
- Photos can be of purebreds or mixes, as long as the primary breed (based on appearance) is among those which qualify.
- First, second and third place prizes will be awarded to the photos that best illustrate the dogs’ natural ears.
- Winners will receive gift certificates ($100, $50 and $25) to HSUS’ Humane Domain, which carries a variety of dog toys, leashes, bed, apparel and other canine items.
- Photos must be submitted, via email by April 15, to info@hsvma.org.
- Complete rules and a list of eligible breeds can be found on the HSVMA website at www.hsvma.org.
Photos can be emailed to info@hsvma.org
Hurry – the Deadline is April 15, 2009!