2025 Most Photogenic Pet Contest 2025 Most Photogenic Pet Contest Voting Directions: Scroll down to view all the amazing entries we received. Be sure to keep notes on your favorite photos as you view them. You will then be asked to vote for whom you feel is the most photogenic in each category: dogs, cats, and other animals. One vote per Ladera Ranch resident. Question Title * 1. Voting is open to Ladera Ranch residents only. Please enter the following information: Name (First and Last): Address: Dogs: Question Title Name of pet: BaconWhat makes your pet unique: Bacon is no ordinary Doberman, she is the most cuddly dog whom thinks she’s 10 pounds, when really she is almost 90 pounds. Let’s just say she thinks she’s a lap dog. Bacon greets my wife, my 8 year old son with a smile, yes she literally smiles when we get home. Bacon loves to chase the beam of a laser pointer and hike through the hills in Ladera. As for the name “Bacon”, I have always wanted a pig named bacon however, that’s not ideal in our day to day living. So I got a dog and the name Bacon fits her perfectly! Question Title Name of pet: Bailey and KrismasWhat makes your pet unique: These two are not siblings but absolutely adore each other! Question Title Name of pet: BanditWhat makes your pet unique: : Bandit is 1/2 husky, 1/2 Pomeranian with bright blue eyes. He loves walks and playing fetch and his favorite treats are pup cups from Oslo coffee. Question Title Name of pet: BenitoWhat makes your pet unique: Meet Benito!! He’s 100 percent happy puppy and enjoys everything Ladera has to offer. During the week you can find him meeting up with his pals at the park and chasing tennis balls around the courts. Benito enjoys “paw-trolling” the neighborhood daily…always taking the time for rolling in the grass and watching the cars go by. No week would be complete without a Sunday morning stroll down to the Farmer’s Market for some special treats. Come say hi to me, I’m always excited for a new friend and I promise to give you good cuddles, kisses and awesome high-fives. Question Title Name of pet: BennyWhat makes your pet unique: Don't let his size fool you. Benny's a pocket dynamo. Though small, he's got a lion's heart and a mischievously brilliant mind. Question Title Name of pet: BiminiWhat makes your pet unique: Her beautiful blue eyes, her rambunctious spirit and her calm demeanor make this 7 month puppy of ours the best addition to our family. Question Title Name of pet: BrandiWhat makes your pet unique: She is very intelligent for a five month old puppy, very sweet and playful. She loves people and other doggies. Question Title Name of pet: CometWhat makes your pet unique: His mom is Canadian and his dad is French. Question Title Name of pet: CooperWhat makes your pet unique: Coop has been trained to cuddle. Question Title Name of pet: DashWhat makes your pet unique: Dash is a playful puppy born on Christmas Eve and named after Dasher the reindeer! He loves attention, treats and jumping into bathes! His hobby is rearranging items throughout the house carrying them room to room. If it’s left out, it’s his for the taking! Question Title Name of pet: DunphyWhat makes your pet unique: He likes to eat plants, ride on my back in spite of being 33 lbs. already, and popcorn is his favorite food. Question Title Name of pet: ElWhat makes your pet unique: El is a very sweet, little girl! She loves snacks, walks, naps, playing, and hanging out with her Daddy. Her name is from Stranger Things. Question Title Name of pet: FinnWhat makes your pet unique: He is pure love! Question Title Name of pet: KiboWhat makes your pet unique: Meet Kibo, the lovable ball of fur who’s part husky, part Australian cattle dog, and 100% heart-melting cuteness! Rescued and given a second chance at life, Kibo is a bundle of joy with a personality as vibrant as his striking, shiny eyes. Whether he's playfully herding the family around or curling up for a snuggle after a fun-filled day, he’s always ready to brighten your day. His playful spirit, loyalty, and adorable antics make him the perfect mix of mischievous and sweet. Kibo’s story is one of love, resilience, and endless cuddles, and once you meet him, you’ll fall in love too! Question Title Name of pet: Leia P.What makes your pet unique: Leia is a doggie rock star who has it all going on! She has a signature look, from her iconic Mohawk "do" to her adorable face. And she has a winning personality to match - affectionate, playful, and downright quirky. When she's not busy with her favorite past time - playing fetch with a tennis ball - she enjoys neck scratches and belly rubs. At around 40 pounds, she thinks she's a lap dog. Question Title Name of pet: Leia Z.What makes your pet unique: Leia is cuddler and will let you know by leaning or laying with her entire body weight (25 pounds) to feel close to you, whether you want her to or not. But how could anyone refuse Leia? Question Title Name of pet: LouisWhat makes your pet unique: He thinks he's the biggest dog with a loud mean bark, but he's only 5.5 lbs and the cutest button nose and huge eyes. He also has the longest legs I've ever seen on a yorkie. He's recently become my youngest son's bodyguard. Question Title Name of pet: LucyWhat makes your pet unique: Lucy is adorable and wants to be best friends with every person and dog in Ladera! She is 5 months old and has more friends than any of us! Dogs can bark at her and she still wants to play with them! Question Title Name of pet: LululemonWhat makes your pet unique: She is well known as the energetic lemon beagle in Oak Knoll. Question Title Name of pet: Luna S.What makes your pet unique: I’m a police doggy! Question Title Name of pet: Luna T.What makes your pet unique: Luna is the kindest and sweetest soul. She loves going on outings! She’ll swim in the pool, the beach, or any body of water! She is friendly with kids and will stay by her owners at all times. Question Title Name of pet: Luna BelleWhat makes your pet unique: Luna Belle is a rescue from an Indian Reservation in Arizona. She is absolutely the most precious and loving doggie ever. She is 100 pounds of pure love! But she thinks she’s a little pup and is afraid of balloons and cowboy hats Question Title Name of pet: MaverickWhat makes your pet unique: Maverick is the ultimate social butterfly in golden doodle form. With an endlessly friendly personality, he thrives on meeting new people, exploring new places, and embracing every adventure that comes his way. Whether he's happily greeting neighbors on his daily walks or joyfully digging holes in the sand at the beach, Maverick approaches life with pure enthusiasm. He’s not just a dog—he’s a best friend to everyone he meets, making every moment more fun and every place feel a little brighter. Question Title Name of pet: McCoyWhat makes your pet unique: McCoy is a one-of-a-kind canine with a heart as big as his playful spirit. His unique charm lies in his ability to turn even the dullest days into adventures, with his boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm. Whether he's chasing after his favorite toy or curling up beside you with those soulful eyes, McCoy has a magical way of making every moment feel special. His loyalty and love are unmatched, making him not just a pet, but a cherished member of the family. One of McCoy's most endearing traits is his love for greeting his family with exuberant tail wags and happy barks, making everyone feel truly welcomed. He also adores going on walks, eagerly trotting along to meet up with his furry friends in the neighborhood. These social outings are the highlight of his day, as he joyfully sniffs around and plays with his pals, spreading joy wherever he goes. Question Title Name of pet: MiaWhat makes your pet unique: She is a 16 yr old Chihuahua that is a warrior! She has had 5 major surgeries, battles dementia, cushings, heart diseases and still wants to play every day! Question Title Name of pet: MiloWhat makes your pet unique: Meet MILO - our one-of-a-kind Maltipoo—a delightful mix of surprises! With his black-and-white coat, he’s like a charming blend of what looks alike a Wiener dog, a Portuguese Water Dog, and a Poodle all in one. Originally meant to be a tiny toy-sized maltipoo pup, he had other plans and blossomed into a 20-pound fluffy teddy bear. He’s the perfect mix of playful energy and cuddly sweetness, and we wouldn’t have him any other way! Question Title Name of pet: MiniWhat makes your pet unique: Before we adopted her, she lived in a homeless encampment with a rabbit. Question Title Name of pet: MokiWhat makes your pet unique: Moki is a sweep pup that loves to play and snuggle. His favorite treat is banana slices. He will do all kinds of tricks like "roll over" or "jump spin" - as long as there are banana treats involved. Question Title Name of pet: MollyWhat makes your pet unique: Molly is an energetic pug mix that we rescued from the Mission Viejo animal shelter. She is the sweetest girl that loves the Ladera Ranch dog park where she enjoys playing with the other dogs, chasing after her ball and finding a good stick to proudly carry around in her mouth. Question Title Name of pet: PennyWhat makes your pet unique: The Fun Police & Sock Bandit! Penny isn’t just a Morkie—she’s a full-time enforcer of order in a household of laughter and chaos. If there’s fun happening, you can count on Penny to sound the alarm with a bark (or ten). Is she scolding everyone for having too much fun, or is she just mad she wasn’t invited? The jury’s still out! When she’s not policing joy, she’s moonlighting as the household’s top sock thief, mysteriously relocating footwear to her secret stash. She also takes her role as “Neighborhood Watch Captain” very seriously, ensuring no backyard playdate goes unnoticed. Annoying? Maybe. Adorable? Absolutely. Question Title Name of pet: PickleWhat makes your pet unique: He’s six inches tall, weighs less than a bowling ball but that not all. He’s got soft, fluffy ears you cannot miss and way too many other cute things to list. Question Title Name of pet: PiersonWhat makes your pet unique: Pierson is a gorgeous Siberian Husky mix with piercing baby blue eyes. He is such an adorable pup and we are so grateful for him. Pierson was a rescue and we are so happy to make him a part of our family. Question Title Name of pet: PumpkinWhat makes your pet unique: My puppy is on his perch drinking out of his Stanley!❤️ Question Title Name of pet: RicoWhat makes your pet unique: Rico is a rescue pup from Turkey. He is so sweet and lovable and always wants a belly rub. For some reason, he always digs at a crack in the garage and it has turned into a rather large hole. We think he is trying to dig his way back to Turkey. Question Title Name of pet: Sadie GraceWhat makes your pet unique: She has a Masters in toy deconstruction. No toy too tough! Question Title Name of pet: ScottieWhat makes your pet unique: This Sheepadoodle Shepherd mix was found right here in Ladera Ranch during the dog event. His rambunctious personality and creative play ideas makes him extremely loveable. He can cuddle at any moment and enjoys playing Hide and Seek with either his favorite toy or person. His floppy ears show he's a great listener and makes him somewhat relatable to "Tramp" as in "Lady & the Tramp" Question Title Name of pet: SnickersWhat makes your pet unique: Snickers loves to hang out with his "dog gang" and is very protective of his terrier girlfriend, Soka. Question Title Name of pet: StewieWhat makes your pet unique: Stewie only weighs about 8 lbs but carries much more weight in his energy and love! He runs laps around the house chasing after treats, and always wants to play with dogs of all sizes. Stewie was a rescue but we think he came from a big city because he seemed right at home strolling the streets of NYC, yet won't go near the beach! We think he couldn't be any cuter! Question Title Name of pet: SunnyWhat makes your pet unique: Jumps into, plays in, and even naps in her basket full of toys. Question Title Name of pet: SweetieWhat makes your pet unique: Sweetie is so cute and elegant, but she has a mischievous side as well. She will steal food from the kitchen but we don’t find out until we see the wrappers in the yard. So, we know it’s her, but we have never caught her in action. Question Title Name of pet: WafflesWhat makes your pet unique: Sometimes he pretends to be my 4th child… even wearing my kids pajamas. Question Title Name of pet: WillowWhat makes your pet unique: Willow is extremely playful and she loves when we take her to the park to blow bubbles. She leaps in the air, chases after them, and tries to pop as many as she can with her nose. Question Title * 2. Please select the top three (3) dogs you feel are the most photogenic. Bacon Bailey and Krismas Bandit Benito Benny Bimini Brandi Comet Cooper Dash Dunphy El Finn Kibo Leia P. Leia Z. Louis Lucy Lululemon Luna S. Luna T. Luna Belle Maverick McCoy Mia Milo Mini Moki Molly Penny Pickle Pierson Pumpkin Rico Sadie Grace Scottie Snickers Stewie Sunny Sweetie Waffles Willow Cats: Question Title Name of pets: Bundy MegaTronWhat makes your pet unique: I recently adopted my family and have taken over their house. I love everyone and even though they hate it, I bite them. But with my big eyes and handsome good looks - everyone loves me. Question Title Name of pets: HenryWhat makes your pet unique: Always kind and patient and there you need his love. Question Title Name of pets: JacksonWhat makes your pet unique: He is not just a cat but also an angel Question Title Name of pets: KailiWhat makes your pet unique: She’s so cute & she’s a cat that likes to play ball Question Title Name of pets: LeoWhat makes your pet unique: Leo does not hold back when he has something to say. Which probably makes him very photogenic. Question Title Name of pets: LuigiWhat makes your pet unique: Luigi, whose namesake owes favor to the 18th century Italian cellist and composer Luigi Boccherini, immediately presents with a charming smile, accentuated by his adorning white mustache. (Reminiscence to yet another Italian Luigi, a plumber by trade, does not go understated.) Luigi's gentlemanly stature is further refined by his fondness for bowties, of which his vast collection includes both seasonal and bespoke accoutrements. With his very own (appropriately sized) instrument, Luigi is currently mastering piano "paw-dagogy," reinforced with edible rewards issued to celebrate gains in his music proficiency. Luigi is a venerable overseer of neighborhood activities, and he delights in meeting new Ladera Ranch friends whenever the occasion necessitates a bonne/au pair to provide social acquiescence. Valiant yet kind, Luigi upholds a unique and convivial nature that has both warmed hearts and instilled endearing appreciation in the sentiments of those he meets. Question Title Name of pets: Marsha and MellowWhat makes your pet unique: Look at their eyes! Question Title Name of pets: ThelmaWhat makes your pet unique: Thelma is a chatty, entertaining, always hungry and sometimes bullying (to her sister Louise) cat who loves to play fetch with her toy mouse and absolutely must investigate every new object or person that enters our home. Question Title Name of pets: ZeroWhat makes your pet unique: Zero is a loving cat and purrs super loud. He enjoys playing fetch with his toy mouse and following mom around the house all day. You can also catch him birds watching and making cackle noises at all the birds he sees. Zero is a rescue cat from Ark of San Juan Rescue. Question Title * 3. Please select the top three (3) cats you feel are the most photogenic. Bundy MegaTron Henry Jackson Kaili Leo Luigi Marsha and Mellow Thelma Zero Other Animals: Question Title Name of pets: Bazooka, Flame, and ZippyWhat makes your pets unique: There are 3 pets in this photo. Can you find them all? Question Title Name of pets: PennyWhat makes your pets unique: She is white with a light blue breast and she loves to eat millet and seeds. Question Title Name of pets: PepperWhat makes your pets unique: Pepper is a Holland Lop Bunny and is the most social bunny we have ever experienced. He spends his time exploring our backyard, although when you go outside he runs right over to be held. We adopted Pepper at birth and have had 8 wonderful years with him (and hope for many more to come). Question Title Name of pets: ThumperWhat makes your pets unique: Meet Thumper! This adorable Holland Lop bunny is the epitome of fluffy charm. He's master of the gentle treat-begging nibble. Thumper is a bundle of joy who brings smiles to everyone he meets. He's not just a pet, he's a furry friend who fills our home with love and laughter. Question Title Name of pets: ZippyWhat makes your pets unique: What am I? A conch! Question Title * 4. Please select the top three (3) that are the most photogenic. Bazooka, Flame, and Zippy Penny Pepper Thumper Zippy Done
