Tito’s 12 Dogs of Christmas
Twelve dogs. Twelve stories.
One $500 cash prize.
This Christmas, Tito is searching for twelve dogs whose stories celebrate second chances, new beginnings, and trusting the outcome.
*Deadline for all submissions: November 28, 2026
**No purchase necessary. Judged contest. Eligibility restrictions and Official Rules apply.
WHY TWELVE DOGS?
This isn’t a popularity contest. It’s a celebration of the dogs who changed our lives—and the second chances that changed theirs.
Tito’s story began when he was scrounging for food outside an auto-repair garage. His Version 2.0 inspired this search for twelve dogs whose stories remind us that where life starts doesn’t decide where it can go.
HOW TO ENTER
COMPLETE THE ENTRY FORM
Tell us about your dog and the story behind their Version 2.0.UPLOAD ONE PHOTO
Submit one clear, original photo of your dog that you have permission to share.SHARE THEIR STORY
In 300 words or fewer, tell us how your dog represents a second chance, a new beginning, or trusting the outcome.
One entry per person. No purchase necessary. Social-media follows, likes, tags, and shares are appreciated but are not required to enter or win.
THE PRIZE
TWELVE FINALISTS
Each selected finalist will be featured on Tito’s website and social-media pages and will receive a holiday gift from Tito.
ONE $500 CASH PRIZE
One of the twelve finalists will be selected as the grand-prize winner and receive $500 cash.
The winner will be determined using the published judging criteria—not by votes, purchases, follows, likes, tags, or shares.
HOW THE WINNER IS CHOSEN
Every eligible entry will be independently scored by a three-person judging panel using the same published 100-point scoring system.
CONNECTION TO THE THEME - 30%
How strongly the story reflects a second chance, a new beginning, or trusting the outcome.
STORYTELLING AND EMOTIONAL IMPACT - 30%
How clearly and meaningfully the story is shared.
AUTHENTICITY AND ORIGINALITY - 20%
How genuine, personal, and distinctive the story feels.
OVERALL MEMORABILITY - 20%
The lasting impression created by the complete entry.
The twelve highest-scoring eligible entries will become finalists. The highest-scoring finalist will receive the $500 cash prize.
*If scores are tied, the entry with the higher Connection to the Theme score will prevail, followed by Storytelling and Emotional Impact if needed. Social-media activity will not affect judging.
**Finalists may be required to provide reasonable proof that the submitted dog and story are authentic and that the entrant is the dog’s owner or authorized caregiver. Verification may include a current photograph or brief video requested by the Sponsor, or other documentation acceptable to the Sponsor. Failure to provide verification may result in disqualification.
ENTER TITO’S 12 DOGS OF CHRISTMAS
Tell us about your dog and the story behind their Version 2.0.
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