Voting Closed on Novato's Cutest Dog Contest

Thanks so much for the incredible number of nominations and votes in Novato Patch's Cutest Dog Contest. Voting ended at 2 p.m. today, July 19, and we'll be announcing our winner tomorrow. Thanks again!" 

We know you love to post photos of your pooch on Facebook and Tweet about all the cute things he/she is doing. Now it's time to see who has the cutest dog in Novato.

And the best way to find out is to ask you, our trusty Novato Patch readers.

The winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to a local pet supply store, two Patch T-shirts and two Patch water bottles. The first runner-up will receive two Patch water bottles. 

How to Enter: Upload photos to this article by clicking "Upload Photos and Videos" above. Don't forget to include your name, the name of your dog and a way to contact you if you win! (Add this stuff in the captions)

How to Vote: Cast your vote for your favorite dog by commenting in the comments section below. Be sure to specify which pooch you're voting for! Each person may vote once per day.

IMPORTANT: SOME DOGS HAVE THE SAME NAME. PLEASE SPECIFY THE LAST NAME OR DESCRIPTION WHEN YOU VOTE!!!

Voting Deadline: 2 p.m. July 19.

Spread the word about this fun contest by posting it on your Facebook or Twitter accounts. The voting will be done in the comments section of this article. One vote per user, per day, please. Submit your photos now!

The winner will be announced on July 20. Only comments during the voting period will be counted.

So grab that one photo of your dog floating around Facebook and upload it today!

Fine print: Each user may only vote (comment) once, per day. Patch employees and contributors are not eligible to enter. You must have a  Novato address to be eligible to win.