The Great Polk Pet Showdown Winners!

Did you know I have heterochromatic eyes? My left eye is a stunning blue, and my right eye is a beautiful brown. My most favorite, best, drool-worthy thing to eat is freeze-dried chicken treats. I also love living the lake life and boating on the Winter Haven Chain to our favorite places like Tanners, Harborside, and the Twisted Prop!! I just love the wind in my fur as we zoom around the lakes. My Mom is named Amanda, and she’s the most fun and best human in my life. She always says that I could be a model when I grow up because she thinks I’m gorgeous. I just love her. #Lakynlife

I love doing tricks! In fact, I know over 85 tricks & have my AKC Performer Trick dog title! Some of my favorite foods are chicken, whipped cream, bully sticks, and soft and jerky-style treats. I like to stay pretty active, I love playing frisbee, swimming, chasing airplanes (I am so close to catching one), practicing agility, learning new tricks, and meeting new people. My most favorite human is my Mommy, and her name is Heidy. She’s the best. I’m hoping to one day be a professional frisbee athlete, or an Olympic gymnast or swimmer (Once they allow dogs to enter!) or an actress, a stunt girl, or a model, I just can’t decide.

One interesting thing about me is that people request a Christmas card from me every year, and the list keeps getting longer. It’s quite flattering really, but they don’t quite understand the level of sophistication I bring to the table. I am a connoisseur of fine foods. I love steak, but only the prime cuts, no cheap stuff. I have very deep and philosophical thoughts that I often ponder while lounging. My favorite person is the one who brings me the fluffy blanket, they know exactly how to keep me warm and comfortable so I can really think. One day I hope to become a food journalist, sharing my discerning opinions on all things culinary.

I’m the fluffiest little orange puffball you’ll ever meet—my mom was rescued and had five of us, but I’m the only one who came out with this purrfectly sunshine fur. I absolutely love kitten kibble (yum!), and my most favorite thing in the whole wide world is snuggling up with my dog bestie— he’s big and warm and lets me nap. My human Mom is my favorite human ever, I love her so much. If I had a job, I’d be a model, paws down. I mean, have you seen my whiskers?

I’m a galloping girl who loves belly scratches! My all-time favorite snack? Juicy apple treats... crunchy, sweet, and totally neigh-licious. Nothing gets my hooves flying like running barrels— speed, turns, and feeling the wind in my mane! As for my favorite human? Well, if you’ve got treats, you’re instantly my best friend (no questions asked). And if I had a job? I’d be a swimmer, of course—just imagine me splashing around with my mane flowing. Giddy-up!

I’m a big ol’ lovable goofball and proud winner of the “A Face Only a Mother Could Love” award—can you believe it?! I came from the awesome people at the Polk County Bully Project, and surprise! I grew into a 75-pound lap dog (yes, laps are for all sizes, thank you very much). My favorite food? Oh, paws down—anything and everything! If it smells edible, I’m your taste tester. I’m basically a living, drooling weighted blanket who loves to flop on top of my people for snuggles. My favorite human? My Dad, of course! And if I had a job, I’d be a therapist, no doubt—just look into my smooshy face and tell me your troubles. I’m all ears… and jowls!

I’m the fluffiest little bunbun around, and my absolute favorite thing to do is snuggle up with my big husky brother and sister—they’re so cozy and warm, like giant fuzzy clouds! When I’m not cuddling, I’m munching on my most favorite treat in the world: fresh, yummy cilantro—mmm, so leafy and delicious! My human Mama is my very favorite person ever; she gives the best cuddles and always knows when I need a snack. One day, I’d like to be the best pet sitter— because who better to take care of furry friends than a sweet little bunny like me?

Thank you to everyone that submitted a photo and voted!