The deadline for entries is not until Jan. 13, 2018. Registration forms can be picked up at Sarge’s adoption center or at www.sargeanimals.org. Fee will be $15 per photo with proceeds helping to fund medical costs and the food supply for Sarge’s rescued dogs and cats.

Prizes will be awarded for the best photos in six categories: dog, puppy, cat, kitten, Sarge’s adoption and super shooter (someone who has previously won first place in a prior Sarge’s contest). Winners will be notified and an awards ceremony will be held in downtown Waynesville.

For the contest, photo prints should be unframed, not matted and printed on photography paper 4”x6” to 8”x10.” Amateur photographers only with limited electronic alterations/enhancements to the photos. Photos cannot be returned and electronic submissions cannot be accepted.

Mail photos, entry forms and check to SARF, P.O. Box 854, Waynesville, NC 28786 or deliver to the adoption center at 256 Industrial Park Drive in Waynesville.