Petstars

Petstars is a pet talent contest in the style of ‘Australian Idol’ and ‘So You Think You Can Dance.’ People are invited to upload video or photos of their pets doing something clever or cute then vote on their favourites.

Through Petstars we are celebrating the bond between people and their pets and with 63% of Australian households being home to at least one pet, we have a lot to celebrate.

A ‘real’ star like Jennifer Hawkins supporting this fun event.  As an animal lover and mum to Coco (chocolate Burmese cat), Jennifer Hawkins was all too happy to get behind the RSPCA and Petstars.

“I grew up around animals. Pets are wonderful little creatures, they always give unconditional love. I know after a busy day if I come home and see Coco I always end up with a smile. She is such funny cat - she's either super affectionate or can just flip out and be quite hyperactive, I just love her.

The RSPCA provides care to thousands of surrendered, stray and neglected animals every year and RSPCA Inspectors investigate nearly 50,000 complaints of cruelty and neglect.

The RSPCA relies on the community for 97% of its national funding so events like Pet Stars are not only a great opportunity to engage our supporters in our work but they are critical fundraisers too.

How to get involved:

• Visit Petstars website: www.petstars.com.au
• Upload your photo/video of your pet doing something clever or cute
• Vote for your favourite photo/clip (cost starts at $5.50 for a bundle of ten votes on line or via mobile phones for 55c per vote)
• You could win one of six weekly prizes or our major prize ($4,000 cash and a Sony Ericsson Camera Phone)
• Help raise much-needed funds for the RSPCA at the same time