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HARTINGTON — It is officially time to let the dogs out.
The Cedar County News is kicking off its new Dog Days of Summer contest this week, inviting readers to help select the area’s top dog from a field of 18 lovable local contestants.
From floppy-eared puppies and proud farm dogs to pint-sized pups with big personalities, the contest page is packed with furry faces ready to earn bragging rights as Cedar County’s favorite canine.
Readers may vote once, either by completing the ballot printed in this week’s Cedar County News or by commenting with their favorite dog’s number on the Cedar County News Facebook page. Voting begins Wednesday, June 24, and continues through Thursday, July 2.
The winning dog will be announced July 8.
Contestants include Ollie, Shiloh, Koda, Manson, Cooper, Remi, Cedar, Bear, Roper, Opie, Dixie, Oakley, Shazza, Casper, Winston, Shelby, Shema and Knox.
The contest is made possible with support from Red Hydrant Inn, Cedar Security Bank, Cedar County Veterinary Services and Pawz Salon who will be donating gifts to this year's winner in the form of a doggie giftbag.
Pick your favorite, clip the ballot or head to the Cedar County News Facebook page, and help decide which local pup will have the biggest bark — and the most votes — this summer.
