The Tri-City Herald has launched a search for the most beautiful pups in the Tri-Cities region. And the competition is fierce. Our team of journalists, after receiving a flood of more than 180 submissions by dog lovers in Benton and Franklin Counties, has painstakingly reduced the field to fifty standout pups.
Now, the fate of these canine contenders is entirely in your hands. This is where your click truly counts: Rally your friends, family members, and fellow dog lovers to vote for your favorites and help crown a local winner. This contest isn’t just local; the winner of the Tri-Cities Cutest Dog Contest will automatically advance to the ultimate battle for the Cutest Dog in the country!
How to Cast Your Vote and Make Your Pup a National Star
Your favorite dog needs your help to make it to the next round. Much like hunting for that valuable Lincoln Wheat Penny in your change, you need to dedicate time and energy to unlock this immense value! You can vote as many times as you’d like until the round closes.
- Click on the Poll Below: Find the official voting poll embedded on the page.
- Select Your Favorite: Scroll through the gallery of the Top 50 Cutest Dogs in Tri-Cities.
- Vote & Refresh: Click to submit your vote. Reload the page to vote again!
Every click increases your favorite dog’s chances of winning the ultimate bragging rights and the grand prize.
Championship Dates: The Road to the Cutest Dog Crown
The journey to crowning the ultimate Tri-Cities Cutest Dog is broken down into critical, fast-moving rounds. Mark your calendars to ensure you don’t miss your chance to vote for the most popular pup:
| Round | Voting Opens | Voting Closes (11:59 p.m.) |
| Round 1 (Current) | Open Now | Wednesday, Oct. 22 |
| Round 2 | Thursday, Oct. 23 | Monday, Oct. 27 |
| Winner Announcement | Monday, Nov. 3 | — |
The top finishers from Round 1 will move onto Round 2, ensuring only the most popular dogs continue to compete. The final Tri-Cities winner will be announced on Tri-CityHerald.com and will become the star of their very own feature story, complete with adorable photos.
From Tri-Cities to the National Stage: The Ultimate Aspiration
The real excitement begins after the local winner is announced. This local competition is part of a massive network of over 20 similar contests being held across the United States by McClatchy newspapers.
The dog that wins the Tri-Cities Cutest Dog Contest will be automatically entered into a second, high-stakes national contest to determine the Cutest Dog in the Country! This national contest launches on Monday, Nov. 10.
Don’t underestimate the power of your vote. Your clicks not only decide the local champion but also launch a local hero onto the national stage. Get voting today, and let’s find the Tri-Cities’ dog that is truly worth a million votes!