Is your pet the cutest in the neighbourhood? Does your pet love nothing more than playing dress up? Or maybe they were by your side through lockdown? If this sounds like your pet, then read on.

Petals is holding a Virtual Pet Competition, Petals Pets, to celebrate all things furry, fluffy, scaly and slimy. Starting on the 19th October we have seven categories to choose from and entries can be made through our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/petalscharity All pets are welcome to enter whether they be furry, scaly, slimy or feathery.

New categories will be added on our Facebook timeline between the 19th October to the 2nd November. Entry fee is £2.50 per pet, per category and there's no limit to the number of categories you can enter. So why not enter in more than one, you have to be in it to win it!

The categories are

Most loyal lock-down buddy

Halloween best dressed

Unique Pets

Golden Oldies

Best Rescue

Pets that look like their owner

Most Mischievous

Winners from each category will be put into the Champion of Champions Draw where the winner will be decided by the number of likes on our Facebook page. 1st prize will be your very own pet portrait, generously donated by @the_littlest_falcon and two runners up will receive vouchers from Pets at Home. All champions will receive a rosette and certificate.

Winners will be announced on 9th November.

"We hope that everyone will enjoy taking part in our Virtual Pet Competition. We recognise the positive impact pets have on our mental health. They can provide a sense of calm when were going through an anxious time. Were looking forward to seeing all your lovely pets and celebrating our furry best friends." Karen Burgess, CEO Petals

Our thanks go to @the_littlest_falcon for generously donating a pet portrait for our winner. Visit Instagram to see examples of their work.

Have fun and Good Luck!!