The polls are now open to vote for your favorite spokesdogs to become Philadelphia’s only spokesanimals-- excluding Swoop, the Phillie Phanatic, and Barkevious the turkey, of course.

One winner in each neighborhood will receive $200 in prizes from a local pet store and the title of Philly Water’s Best Friend.

Last year, Philadelphians cast over 7,000 votes for more than 50 spokesdog candidates.  Each neighborhood’s 15 finalists then participated in a pageant-style competition.  This allowed judges to evaluate their friendliness, obedience, personality and, most importantly, their interest in reducing water pollution.

“Dog owners are a breed all their own, so this event is always great fun,” said Joanne Dahme, general manager of public affairs at the Philadelphia Water Department.  “We really need ambassadors like them in every dog park to tell folks how easy it is to prevent this common form of ‘poo-llution.’”

Click Here to vote for your favorite before July 31.

7/1/2013