
National Canine Cancer Foundation’s
2027 Calendar Photography Contest
Capture Your Dog’s Journey
in Our 2027 NCCF Calendar!
The National Canine Cancer Foundation invites you to honor your dog’s courage and resilience by entering our 2027 Calendar Photography Contest. This special contest celebrates the bravery of dogs who have fought cancer and the unbreakable bond they share with their families. The final calendar will feature inspiring photos and stories, helping to raise awareness and support for canine cancer research. Entries will be reviewed through a public voting phase, giving you the chance to rally friends and family to support your pup’s story. Afterward, the top 24 entries will be evaluated by our distinguished panel of judges, who will select the winning photos for the calendar.
Our esteemed judging panel includes NCCF’s co-founders, Gary and Sara Nice, along with Kelly Fails, Cera Reusser, and Dr. Kyle Stevenson. Together, they bring years of experience and dedication to the fight against canine cancer, ensuring that the chosen photos reflect the strength, beauty, and spirit of the dogs who inspire us. Each judge is passionate about the cause and looks forward to recognizing the extraordinary stories behind.
Submission Guidelines
- Deadline: Final day to submit is July 31, 2026 at 10:00 PM Central Time.
- Image Requirements: Photos must be 300 dpi or greater to ensure high-quality printing.
- Photographer Restrictions: Photos taken by professional photographers are not allowed unless the photo is submitted by the photographer who owns the dog.
- AI: Generative AI tools are strictly prohibited. Photos must be captured by a traditional camera or smartphone. While standard digital adjustments (e.g., exposure, contrast, sharpening, noise reduction) are permitted, you may not use AI to generate, add, replace, or remove substantial elements of the image.
- Entry Criteria: All entries should feature dogs who have been impacted by cancer, highlighting their journey and spirit.
Submit your photo today and celebrate your dog’s legacy in the 2027 NCCF calendar. Together, we’re sharing stories, raising awareness, and bringing us closer to a cure. Together, We Are the Cure.