The 2023 International Pet Photographer of the Year competition drew submissions from pet photographers in 32 countries, featuring their finest shots of dogs, cats, horses, and various other animals. This prestigious event, hosted by Unleashed Education, unveiled its winners at Shutterhound, the inaugural global conference dedicated to dog photography.
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Sanna Sander, a Swedish photographer, was awarded the prestigious title of International Pet Photographer of the Year in recognition of her exceptional portfolio of images. Besides Sander winning the overall competition, the top photographers were recognized in five different categories: Portrait, Action, Pets and People, Documentary, and Creative. The extensive array of nearly 2,300 submitted images beautifully showcases the unique personalities of our pets. While dogs, cats, and horses were the predominant subjects, a delightful assortment of other animals, including pigs, chickens, lizards, rabbits, cows, hamsters, and snakes, also made appearances.
Let's take a closer look at 15 of this year's competition's most gorgeous award-winning images.
These Doggies Are Making the World a Better Place
These heroic dogs help make the world a better place.
10 of the Most Famous Dog Paintings Throughout History
Dogs have been a part of art history through the ages. Let’s explore some of the most famous dog paintings ever made.
Having a Bad Day? Let These Goofy Pets Cheer You Up
Have a good chuckle with the finalists of the Comedy Pet Photography Awards 2022.
A Ton of Attitude in a Neat Package - a Hilarious Dog!
This cute little doggie has the energy of a husky and the attitude of a corgi, all in a small and very cute package!
In Pictures: Northern Lights Photographer of the Year 2023
Check out the best winning images from the Northern Lights Photographer of the Year 2023.
These Photos Prove Running Brings Out the Best in Dogs!
A dog photographer has captured photos of dogs on the run, showing their unabashed joy and happiness in the most heartwarming way possible.
Animal Fun: 20 Adorable Trouble Makers!
This compilation will take you to 20 different animals at their most naughty moments.
Cute Kitten Becomes Obsessed With a Lizard - Aww!
This funny little feline named Atlas insists on having very unusual company. Her best friend is none other than a big green lizard named Junior...
An Unlikely Friendship Between Chickens and a Pitbull
One of our favorite things to observe in the domestic animals kingdom is the unlikely friendships that form.
Dog Lovers, You're Going to Agree With Every Word...
There are so many beautiful stories about man's best friend.
These 10 Animal Adoption Stories Will Melt Your Heart!
Have a look at these 10 cross-species animal adoption stories and see if you've ever heard anything sweeter!
Adorable: When Pets Lose to Furniture...
Sometimes, our beloved pets aren't really sure about the proper use of our furniture, for example, or really just sort of miscalculate. These cute photos and funny photos of pets in furniture are enough to make anyone smile.
Let Me Cuddle These 23 Adorable Teddy Bear-Like Puppies!
Have teddy bears infiltrated the dog population? These pictures seem to suggest so.
Fred is a Sailor Cat, Living the Boat Life...
Like a fish in the water, or, in this case, like a cat on a boat!
Adorable Rescue Puppy and Kitten Have Become Great Friends
Watch as an adorable Shih-tzu puppy plays and has fun with his cute feline best friend. This video is guaranteed to help brighten up your day.
Presenting the Cutest Hugging Compilation You'll Ever See!
If you’re looking for some warm fuzzy feelings, your heart will sore as you watch even ferocious animals cuddle with their human friends.
Adorable: When Your Babies Have a Cat-Guardian
These video compilation is all about cats guarding their little baby humans.
Getting Along Like...Cats and Dogs?
While conventional wisdom states that cats and dogs were born natural enemies, this isn't always the case.
These Photos Prove That Cats are Actually Liquid!
These 20 hilarious videos will prove to you that cats are actually made of some type of alien liquid!
Have You Seen a Flock of Guinea Pigs?
Did you know that Guinea pigs are social animals? Watch a flock of 80 Guinea pigs live and mingle with other animals.
Can There Be Anything Cuter Than a Tiny Horse?
As soon as I saw the first picture of a tiny horse, my heart melted. This collection will make you weak at the knees.
When Kids Are at the Zoo, Hilarious Things Tend to Happen
This video takes us to the funniest moment of excited kids meeting their favorite animals at the zoo.
If Your Cat Could Talk, Here are 11 Things It Would Tell You
Cats are mysterious creatures. Here are 11 things they're trying to tell you through their behavior.
15 Cute Pet Friendships That Have Stood the Test of Time
Growing old with the one you love is the sweetest way to live a life, and these adorable pets are living proof of that. Click to see before and after photos.
18 Weird But Hilarious Vintage Photos of Animals
These vintage photos show how animals have always been funny.
13 Times Dogs Didn't Know What the Heck was Going On
These dogs are so confused it's simply hilarious!
30 Animals so Teeny-Weeny they Fit Inside a Cup...
30 lovable animals relaxing comfortably inside cups.
These Loveable Doggies are in Rare Form...
These photos are all about the funny poses and silly scenes we sometimes find our dogs in.
What Do Our Pets Do When We're Out? An Adorable Answer
What do pets do when you're not home? Why, act naughty of course!
20 Cute Cat and Dog Photos Which Will Make You Go Awwwww
A lot of people think that cats and dogs cannot be friends. However, these 20 cute photos shows just how wrong this is.
Toddlers Are the Funniest Humans!
Nobody makes people laugh more than toddlers, so prepare for a side splitting giggle fest: these are the funniest toddler fails of the year!
Let These Adorable and Funny Puppies Brighten Up Your Day
We tried not to laugh at this cute and funny puppy compilation, but it was just too difficult...
This Has Got to Be the Best Trained Cat in the World
Everyone thinks that it's only dogs that can be trained, but this cat proves otherwise.
Cats? Being Bossy? Impossible!
These bossy cats won't take any business from anyone! This compilation is pure hilarity.
Feeling Down? Let These Adorable Calves Brighten Your Day!
When you think of something cute, a calf is one of the last things that you'd think of. However, as you're about see, they can be incredibly cute too.
Hilarious! These Animals Are So Annoyed By Their Children
Who doesn't like to look at funny animal pictures? Brighten up your day with this collection of cute and funny animal family photos.
These Dogs Are Silly Enough to Make You Laugh Uproariously
Dogs are our best friends, but they can also behave like court jesters sometimes, much to our amusement. Here are 15 of the silliest dogs you'll ever see!
Cats Are the Best Alarm Clock, No Doubt.
Who needs a phone when there is such a better way of waking up?
Corgi Goes With Everything: 16 Adorable Corgi Mixes!
Corgis are among the cutest dogs imaginable, and whenever you mix them with another breed - you still get a cutie pie! Feast your eyes on 16 adorable mixes.
The Funny Differences That Exist Between Cats and Dogs
These humorous photos highlight brilliantly the differences that exist between our beloved cats and dogs.
These Cats Just Adore Napping With Their Owners
Cats just love napping with their owners, as you'll see in this next video.
This Man Built a Squirrel Obstacle Course In His Yard...
This video is one of the most fun things I've seen all week!
Hen Asks Cat to Watch Her Chicks as She Takes a Nap
Who knew cats made such wonderful babysitters for baby chicks? This heartwarming video will infuse your day with cuteness and affection!
This Moment of Sweetness Will Warm Your Hearts
You thought dogs and cats were natural enemies? Here's proof against that old claim.
Tree-Kangaroos Are the Cutest Animals in Australia!
Have you ever heard of a tree-kangaroo? If not, take a look as they're extremely cute!
20 Adorable and Inspirational Quotes about Dogs
Every dog lover needs to read these adorable and inspirational quotes about our furry friends.
I Can't Resist Owning a Chinchilla After Seeing These Pics
Could you resist owning a chinchilla as a pet after looking through these adorable photos? We added some interesting facts as well to convince you further.