This year's cutest pet contest received more buzz than ever before, bringing in more than 9,000 votes and nearly 200 entries. Get to know the 10 pets that you, our readers, voted as the cutest in the Susquehanna Valley.
Age: 6 years
Breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi
City: York
My Human: Rachel Morgan
Hi! My name is April Bandito! I have 3 black cat siblings (1 sister and 2 brothers). You can follow our adventures on any social media platform. One of my brothers got sick at the beginning of the year. We thought we were going to lose him, but thankfully Lancaster PETS saved his life. Thank you to Dr Carrie Goldkamp and the FIP Warriors.
Instagram: @aprilbandito
Age: 1 year
Breed: Mini Goldendoodle
City: New Providence
My Humans: Kris and Marla Davis
Hi, I'm Sandy! I am the goodest girl! My tail wags for squeaky tennis balls, puppuccinos, chicken, and the beach! My human is an OT and wants me to become a therapy pup, but I'm not sure if I can hold down a full time job…I like snoozles too much.
Instagram: @sandydandydoodle
Age: 9 years
Breed: Rescue
City: Harrisburg
My Human: Amy Williams
Hi! My name is Toots...I was originally named Thomas Jefferson but my nickname stuck with me! I was rescued from a shelter in NJ! I love to cuddle my mom and you can usually find me on or next to her. I love visitors, snuggling, and doing high jumps to catch mice. I can always tell when people are upset and will kiss away their tears—my mom thinks I was a therapy cat before! I live with my brother Mooms who I love to torment but secretly cuddle when no one is watching! Follow my adventures on Instagram!
Instagram: @moomsandtoots
Age: 1.5 years
Breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
City: Hummelstown
My Human: Melissa Macmullin
Hi! I’m Ellie! I was rescued because I was unable to walk. Luckily my humans taught me to walk. My favorite thing to do is fetch a ball everyday! I also love posing for crazy pictures (check out my Instagram). I’m missing part of my right ear so I’m unique.
Instagram: @elliebeancavalier
Age: 1 year
Breed: Syrian Long-haired Hamster
City: Lancaster
My Human: Cora Hess
Hello, my name is Cupcake, and I am a curious and cute fuzzy little hamster who loves to explore in my glowing pink hamster ball and be active at night. My owner is a little girl named Cora who likes to hold me and show me off to her friends. Sometimes she builds mazes for me out of cardboard boxes, and I get a treat at the end. My favorite treats are carrots and dried papaya, which I stuff into my cheeks.
Age: 1 year
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
City: Harrisburg
My Human: Denise Saxton
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am one crazy kitty! My favorite thing is toys...ALL THE TOYS! I spend my days rolling all over the steps chasing them. Got a mouse? Ball? Fuzzy porcupine? I’ll chase them all! Then I get to spend all evening snuggling with my Mama. It’s a good life!
Age: 6 months
Breed: Boston Terrier
City: York
My Human: Jennifer Knott
Hi, My name is Tiny Tim! I'm living my best life with my humans and two older fur friends (Cupcake & Max). We are all rescues from Northeast Boston Terrier Rescue. I was born with a leg deformity, but that doesn’t stop me! Everyday is an adventure! So far I have learned that car/stroller rides are awesome, ice cream is delicious, and running through the hose is so much fun. I go to school too and mom & dad say I’m smart! When it is time to relax I like to nuzzle on my favorite Piggy.
Instagram: @adventures-of-timmy-the-titan
Age: 2 years
Breed: American Eskimo
City: Lancaster
My Human: Alex Otthofer
Hello! My name is Casper! I'm a 2-year-old fluff ball living in downtown Lancaster. My favorite activities include belly rubs, long walks, and ordering puppuccinos from my favorite cafe. You can often find me at a local downtown brewery with my dads, whom I babysit. For my day job, I mostly work from home, and I'm also a part time dog model for the Lancaster City Alliance. Follow me on Instagram to keep up with my adventures!
Instagram: @casperonipizza
Age: 2 years
Breed: Mini Goldendoodle
City: Harrisburg
My Human: Jacqueline Le
Hi! My name is Miso, like the soup. My favorite hobbies are sleeping, barking at other dogs, chasing bunnies in the yard, and catching flies in the house. I love to go to Home Goods and all the treat stores in town. My favorite food is... everything (except for vegetables and blueberries).
Age: 7 years
Breed: Toy Poodle
City: Ephrata
My Human: Elizabeth Stoltzfus
Hi! My name is Emma. My humans adopted me 5 years ago. I love to dress up and go everywhere I can with my humans including work with Mom and church events with Dad. I love to play with my dog brothers, I never turn down treats and I’m always ready for an adventure!
Instagram: @emmatheadventuredog
