Pawtastic Friends is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing programs to homeless dogs through enrichment and training. Our goal is to help homeless dogs by providing enrichment, training, toys, food, medical care, and supplies to help bring them comfort and love until they are adopted by their fur-ever pawrents.

Pawtraits by Nicole - Nicole Hrustyk - pronounced rustic, owner of Pawtraits by Nicole is a local Las Vegas dog portrait photographer dedicated to raising awareness about dogs in need and capturing memories for dog lovers of their best furry companions to cherish for years to come.

To enter, upload your favorite photo of your pet ($20 donation), vote for your pet ($1 donation) and have your friends and family vote too!

The 12 dogs with the most votes will win a 20 minute professional portrait session with Pawtraits by Nicole and a spot either on the cover or inside the 2025 Pawtastic Friends Calendar.

• 12 winners will have their pet professionally photographed by Pawtraits by Nicole for the 2025 calendar and be featured as either the Cover Dog or a pet of the month.
• Winners will be determined by the top 12 entrants that get the most votes, with the top winner grabbing the coveted cover photo spot AND be featured as a pet of the month!
• 2nd - 12th place winners will have their pet featured as a pet of the month.