Contest is open to everyone age 13 and up who has an idea to make the lives of pets better.

Contest Purpose: To share ideas on ways to make the lives of pets better, healthier and more fulfilling.

You contest entry can be: Video, Photograph or Audio.

Entries must be uploaded between April 2nd 2008 & May 3rd, 2008 .

Judging will begin May 4th and will continue through May 15th.

Prizes:

1st place: Trophy, 8x10 photo of a cat at Big Cat Rescue, 8x10 Chat Big Cat Animal Hero Award (certificate),10 Big Cat Greeting/Note cards, 5 glossy photo 4x6 postcards

2ndplace: 8x10 photo of a cat at Big Cat Rescue, 5x7 Chat Big Cat Animal Hero Award (certificate),5 Big Cat Greeting/Note cards,3 glossy photo 4x6 postcards

3rdplace:5x7 photo of a cat at Big Cat Rescue, 5x7 Chat Big Cat Animal Hero Award (certificate),2 Big Cat Greeting/Note cards,2 glossy photo 4x6 postcards

Honorable mentions: One 4x6 glossy photo postcard of a cat at Big Cat Rescue & a 4x6 Chat Big Cat Animal Hero Award (certificate)

No animals may be harmed in the making or use of your contest entry project.

Entry idea starters:

You can make "How To" videos or slideshows or audio files. You can video how to teach a pet a trick in a way that is fun and rewarding for the pet & owner alike. You can focus on the subjects of (not limited to): How to, Health care tips, First aide tips, Potty training, Pet safety, Pet emotions, Pet communication, Pet care, Fun & safe toys, Nutrition, Grooming, How to build an exercise yard for your Easter Bunny, how to promote shelter pet adoptions in your area, volunteering at the local shelter to play with and walk the animals. You are not limited to just these ideas. If it makes the life of a pet better we want to you to share it in this contest.

Suggestion: Have a clear idea of what message you want your video, photos, or audio files to convey to the audience. Think about what you want your audience to learn and remember from your pet enrichment project.

If you have any questions or comments please email me at lawanna@bigcatrescue.org or post your comments and questions here or in the group comments area.

LaWanna

For the cats, www.BigCatRescue.org & www.ChatBigCats.com