You sent in your favorite four-legged companions who steal your snacks, monopolize the couch, and somehow still get away with it. Now, meet the winners (and runners-up) of our inaugural Cutest Pup contest, where local dogs put their best paws forward for a shot at canine glory.
Treasure Coast
Winner: Maverick
This 6-year-old Australian shepherd’s owner, Courtney Hollander, says that when her pup isn’t racing full speed at the dog park or showing off his splash skills at his home pool in Port St. Lucie, you’ll find him living his best beach life. Hollander notes that Maverick as also a devoted fan of the Star Wars film franchise. She calls him “the goodest boy in the galaxy.”
Runners Up
Dakota Joy, owned by Petey LoPilato
Maisy, owned by David Dees
Zoe, owned by Susan Brand
Larry, owned by Michael Wedgwood
Northern Palm Beaches
Winner: Riley…