Frost, an Australian Cattle Dog, was a memorable presence in National Purebred Dog Day’s photo contests. Even those who didn’t know her name remember her contest photos over the years.
Scroll down to see a few of her classics below:
It is with sadness that we learned of Frost’s passing a few months ago. Though she would have been 17 years old, beloved dogs never live long enough. In her memory, Ingrid R., her loving owner and “wardrobe stylist,” is sponsoring the “Frosty Footprints in History” Photo Challenge.
The challenge: In following Frost’s footprints, your challenge is to present your dog costumed in a historical or famous fictional character from their breed’s country of origin. Example: A French Bulldog might be dressed as Marie Antoinette. Creativity will be weighed heavily when entries are judged.
The prize: Custom hand crafted leather tote with winner’s breed and fabric & fabric and leather of choice (subject to availability) on side panels:
The Dreaded Small Print You Must Read To Enter
•••• This contest happens on May 1 on our Facebook page. It is open to US and Canadian residents;
•••• One entry per person; You may enter four different photo challenges,
•••• When submitting your photo entry on Facebook, you must indicate the name of this contest, “Frosty Footprints in History” Photo Challenge
•••• Your entry must be for the 2025 contest. Photos submitted from previous years’ contests will be disqualified, and yes, we remember photos from one year to the next;
•••• Within the photo, your image must include a purebred dog and one of the following either downloaded from the link or handmade:
The “Happy National Purebred D♥g Day” sign
The “I L♥ve My Purebred Dog” sign
Any official National Purebred Dog Day item available here.
•••• No photoshopping, and no photoshopping the required sign over your photo entry. Be creative with how you use it, but our judges, David Frei, co-host of NBC’s National Dog Show, and veteran Westminster Kennel Club photographer, Jack Grassa, must see what you actually shot with your camera;
•••• Many people may help you take your photo, but the prize goes to the person submitting the winning photograph;
•••• Entering this contest implies consent that your photo may be shared on NPDD’s social media platforms;
•••• A full explanation of how, when, and where to submit your entry can be read here;
•••• Important! You and your dog should have safe fun when composing your entry!
•••• Judges’ decisions are final
PhotoContest2025
Photo by Ingrid Rosenquist