Virtual Pet Show

Welcome to our first-ever Virtual Pet Show – a heart-warming online event that celebrates the incredible connection we share with our companion animals.

Whether furry, feathered, hairy or scaled, every animal has a story. This unique initiative offers animal guardians across the globe a chance to showcase their beloved companions and share the powerful ways they support each other’s wellbeing.

The Virtual Pet Show also serves a greater purpose – helping to fund vital research that benefits both human and animal patients, advancing the Trust’s mission to drive One Medicine.

Sarah Colbourne, Fundraising and Partnerships Manager at Humanimal Trust, said: “The Virtual Pet Show is more than just a gallery of adorable animals – it’s about compassion, healing and the profound partnership between humans and animals. It’s also a chance to support One Medicine, a progressive approach that unites doctors, vets and researchers for the benefit of both humans and animals, without harming either.

“Every day, companion animals provide emotional support, comfort and connection. This Show is our way of honouring their impact on our lives, while working towards a world where knowledge is shared across species and medical advances are made ethically and collaboratively.”

Taking part is easy and open to everyone:

1. Visit the entry page Humanimal Trust Virtual Pet Show 2025
2. Make a minimum donation of £5 to support Humanimal Trust’s work.
3. Upload a photo of your companion animal.
4. Share a few words about how they support your wellbeing and how you support theirs.
5. Choose your category: Best Dog, Best Cat, Best Small Animal, Best Equine, Best Rescue or Best Golden Oldie (aged 8+).

Entries close on 10 September 2025 and the winner of each category – selected by the Trust’s corporate partner, Leucillin Antiseptic Skincare – will receive a rosette, a goodie bag and a copy of Humanimal: Incredible Ways Animals Are Just Like Us!, signed by author, Christopher Lloyd, and Professor Fitzpatrick.

Entrants will be featured on our website and across social media, celebrating the deep bonds between humans and their animal companions. Sarah, said: “By taking part, you’re not only celebrating the animals who brighten our lives – you’re helping fund a better future for all of us.” 

To find out more email info@humanimaltrust.org.uk

Virtual Pet Show 2025 – Terms and Conditions

Eligibility
This competition is open to individuals aged 18 and over. Employees of Humanimal Trust may submit photographs, but are not eligible to win a prize.

Acceptance of Rules
Entry into the competition implies full acceptance of these rules. The decisions of the organisers are final and binding. No correspondence will be entered into regarding the outcome.

Entry Period
Entries open on 16 July 2025 and close on 10 September 2025, with winners announced between 15 and 19 September 2025. All entries must be received by midnight on the closing date.

How to Enter
To enter, please upload your photo(s) to https://virtualpetshow.dedicationpage.org/. If you wish to enter more than one category, a separate form must be completed for each entry.

Entry Fee

A suggested minimum donation of £5 per entry is requested. Please ensure the payment is made under the name of the person submitting the entry.

Copyright and Usage
Copyright of all submitted images remains with the respective entrant. However, by entering the competition, entrants grant Humanimal Trust a worldwide, irrevocable, perpetual licence to use the images in publications, on social media, on Humanimal Trust’s website and for promotional purposes.

Liability
Humanimal Trust accepts no responsibility for lost, delayed or incomplete entries.

Prizes
Prizes will be awarded and sent to the winner of each category.