We hosted a free pet photo shoot at Waterfront Park on June 6 by Rebel With a View Photography. All 37 pets who participated are now entered into a contest where the winners are chosen by you—the community! The prize: a featured spot in the 2027 PAWS of Southwest calendar, which will be available for sale at Fall Family Fest on October 11.

Online voting is now open for the 2027 PAWS of Southwest Calendar Contest until August 29! You can also vote in person at the Southwest DC Community Center booth at the Saturday Farmers Market SW. Below are the pets and their assigned voting numbers. Select your top 5 picks by choosing the numbers that correspond to the photos of your favorite pets.