The hardest part of the judging for me was seeing all you gorgeous pets and only being able to choose one cat and one dog.
Every one of our finalists is unique and special and it has been a pleasure getting to know all of you.
Below are some of my favourite moments over the past three months. Have a read, meet your finalists and enjoy a trip down memory lane.
Congratulations everyone, you are all winners in my eyes.
Dr Katrina Warren
Bear NSW #3
You always keep us laughing with your funny and witty comments. But remember fish are friends, not food
Buckle TAS #1
It was a pleasure watching you growing up! Your puppiness is very cute
Buster VIC#1
Buster, you are clearly a very well trained and obedient dog, a true advocate for your breed.
Butters VIC #2
A big shout out to the true ‘song bird’ on the site. Don’t forget us when you become a world famous Dogstar!
Calvin WA#3
The judges and I wanted to congratulate you on your ability to train your family, they seem to be wrapped around your little finger!
Cougar NT #2
Such a big and wise Bullmastiff, you always gave your fellow VMPers solid and sound advice. They are wiser for knowing you.
Digger VIC #3
Congratulations on being the best Advocate Arena MC the world has ever seen. I hope are still enjoying the site as those paws are far too big to fill.
Fergus TAS #2
What a gorgeous dog you are. My all-time favourite shot is of you dancing in the wind with your fur in full flight.
Ferren TAS #3
The Irish Wolfhound is one of the biggest breeds of dogs but it was your big heart that caught our eye, thank you.
Harold SA #1
I am now a lot wiser after being taught by you the steps God took when creating the dog. Spot on and very sweet.
Leonardo WA #2
Leonardo, thank goodness you stepped up to the position of VMP ‘doctor’ keeping cats and dogs healthy and even dressing the part.
LUCA ACT #1
Clearly a successful show dog, I was extremely impressed with your winning dog stance.
Marlee NT#3
Marlee, you are such an gorgeous dog especially as you are always so well groomed.
Max ACT #2
hat beautiful, trusting big eyes you have. Butter would melt, quickly followed by lots of doggy treats I am sure.
Max SA #3
hroughout your time on the site you always encouraged your fellow furry friends on the VMP site, they are very lucky to know you.
Maximus ACT #3
The judges and I would like to congratulate you on being our tiniest finalist and we wish you the best of luck with the rest of your toilet training and getting out of the laundry.
Maximus Frederico Oyola NSW #1
By far the handsomest man in a tux since James Bond, pure class and style.
Maya NT #1
Thank you for having the cutest floppy ears Australia has even seen. I am sure they contribute to you receiving lots of pig’s ears and chew toys all year round.
Merlin SA#2
A beautiful and successful White German Shepherd, you brought publicity and awareness to this little known Shepherd colour and should be very proud. Congratulations.
Murphy QLD #2
ou not only campaigned for yourself but you helped others campaign, showing that you are beautiful dog inside and out.
Samantha WA #1
Congratulations Samantha, you are only 8 and a half months old and still dominating your training group, an achievement to be very proud of.
Sandy QLD #3
Congratulations on being the best traveled fur friend in the site, Malaysia… Austria… Egypt!
Walter QLD #1
Walter, such a handsome dog, I see Hollywood in your future. Don’t forget to write us a postcard.
Anzac WA#1
Your agility and skills were very impressive Anzac, although my all time favourite pose would have to be ‘the meerkat’
Arnold VIC #3
Arnold – you were the site’s very own Puss in Boots – even if the boots were pink sneakers.
Bella QLD #1
You were always an advocate for health and vitality – good effort Bella as this is very very important.
Galileo WA #3
A very big state for a very little cat but you did well dominating it! Well done and don’t eat too much Cat Grass, you know what happens.
Gutso ACT#1
Congratulations on one of the funniest comments of the entire competition – “last time I went to the vet it was to get ‘fixed’. I didn’t even know that I was broken”. Thank you for the laughs.
Jessiecat NSW#1
Congratulations for being the highest point scorer of the entire competition – amazing. And thank you, I think you are a spunkmuffin as well.
Kaija QLD #2
Congratulations on your success in the campaign. Your profile shows that it was not only your looks that got you to number 2 but also your involvement and contribution.
Malachi TAS #2
You are a lovely cat who loves all animals. You have fish friends, mice friends and bird friends and it is lovely to see all animals getting along together.
Mallory WA#2
Your ability to hold your own in such a competitive state and over come all hurdles was very impressive and worthy of a champion cat.
Memphis NSW #3
You and your owner have a beautiful relationship and we think she is lucky to have you. Just don’t scare her too much with the tricks you play on her!
Midget SA #2
Congratulations Midget and good luck with the tattoo. But remember, a tattoo is for life, not for Christmas.
Miw TAS #1
>Such elegance and poise, a cat like you belongs on the big screen – James Bond anyone??
Moorty VIC #1
The biggest party animal on the site! Thank you for keeping everyone entertained not only with your parties but also your many personalities. Moorticia, Harry Potter, Xanadu.
Morocco ACT #3
You are a very beautiful cat and don’t you worry the baby pictures were not the least bit embarrassing - just very cute.
Mouse NT #1
Congratulations for being NT’s top cat. With your beautiful pictures and witty comments you were in a league of your own.
Nismo ACT#2
It was so lovely to see your bestie relationship with your human. Make sure they keep you on track with fishaholics anonymous.
Puscka Wilde OLD #3
You ran a fantastic campaign but what really touched our hearts was the campaigning you did for your friends. You clearly have a big heart and lovely personality.
Ralph NT #3
I agree with you Ralph, you could be a model
Riley SA #3
You are clearly a very active and lively cat, which explains your admirable physique. Very sleek.
Riley NSW #2
Congratulations Riley on an absolutely brilliant campaign. Your methods were innovative and successful and saw you get to number 2 in the most populated cat state. Paws up to you.
Rusty NT #2
As one of the very few cats in the Northern Territory we wanted to thank you for coming to the party.
Ticia SA #1
Thank you for always having such a happy and carefree persona in all of your pictures. You are definitely a happy cat.
Winston TAS #1
What a cute and mischievous cat you are Winston. Just remember, butter is NOT for cats. Fish however are, except your Mum and Dad’s fish.