Do you know an animal shelter that goes above and beyond to help lost and found animals? Nominate them for the Outstanding Animal Shelter Award!
What about an ACO or LEO who goes above and beyond for lost and found pets? Or veterinarian or vet tech? Please nominate them today!
We invite you to nominate individuals and organizations dedicated to lost pet search and recovery efforts. Our goal is to honor those who work tirelessly to address the lost pet problem, raising awareness of this vital and life-saving work.
Key Details:
- No voting required: A single nomination is sufficient for consideration.
- Deadline: Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 8:00 PM PST / 11:00 PM EST.
- Attendance: Attendance is not required to win.
Eligibility:
- All individuals and groups involved in lost and found pet recovery and care efforts. This includes Teams, Volunteers, Rescues, Citizens, K9 Handlers, Businesses, Shelters, Search Dogs and Animal Control Officers.
- Last year's winners are ineligible for the 2026 awards
- International submissions are welcome.
- You may nominate more than one individual or organization.
Submit your nominations now:
*If you do not know the answer to the question, you can leave it blank and skip it.
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Annalisa Berns
Private Investigator
Pet Search and Rescue
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