The world's largest online pet competition and fundraiser supporting PAWS. One cat and one dog will appear on the cover of Modern Cat or Modern Dog magazine and take home $10,000 cash.
DOLLARS RAISED
$20,612,946
America’s Favorite Pet partners with PAWS (Progressive Animal Welfare Society) to aid in its mission to help cats, dogs, and wild animals thrive in happy, healthy homes or in their natural habitats. Since 1967, PAWS has unified more than 130,000 cats and dogs with loving families, nurtured more than 140,000 sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife, and made the world a better place for countless critters.
2025 Favorite Pets
Buster is a charismatic, cuddly pup who loves soccer and roasted chicken. Always by his owner’s side, he’s the ultimate chill companion, lighting up every room with his lovable personality. A true star!
Buster
Geno is an affectionate, intelligent cat with a signature strut and a heart of gold. A true family member, he’s playful, loving, and undeniably charming—a champion in every way.
Geno
Modern Dog & Modern Cat
Each year, America’s Favorite Pet has given one fine feline and one handsome hound the opportunity to shine on newsstands. In 2023, Hunter’s life was forever honored in print, while Oakley’s story of survival was shared with cat lovers across the nation. The top cat and dog will not only get prime real estate on the cover of Modern Cat and Modern Dog Magazines but also a two-page spread to highlight their own unique journeys.
Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy
Hosted By
Donnie Wahlberg, actor, producer, and New Kids on the Block singer, and Jenny McCarthy, actress, host, and advocate, are a playful power couple who share their love, humor, philanthropy, and passion for pets with fans everywhere.
Hall of Fame
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Buster
2025 DOG CHAMPION
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Geno
2025 CAT CHAMPION
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Destiny
2024 DOG CHAMPION
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Ysera
2024 CAT CHAMPION
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Hunter
2023 DOG CHAMPION
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Oakley
2023 CAT CHAMPION
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Willow
2022 DOG CHAMPION
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Tom
2022 CAT CHAMPION
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Pietro
2021 DOG CHAMPION
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Cole
2021 CAT CHAMPION
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Penelope
2020 DOG CHAMPION
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Boogeroux
2020 CAT CHAMPION
FAQ
How does America’s Favorite Pet support PAWS?
America’s Favorite Pet is an annual competition and fundraised operated by Colossal, benefiting PAWS.
In 2024, the campaign resulted in a $8.9M grant to PAWS through DTCare.
What is America’s Favorite Pet?
America’s Favorite Pet is a nation-wide competition in search of one dog and one cat to be featured on the cover of Modern Cat / Modern Dog magazine and take home $10,000 each!
How do I enter my pet?
You can join America’s Favorite Pet 2025 here.
Want to know more?
Learn more by visiting the competition rules.