The 2024 International Pet Photography Awards have brought some of the most heartwarming and creative images to light, celebrating the bond between pets and people. This year’s competition was a huge success, with thousands of entries pouring in from all over the world—3,621 to be exact—from 41 countries. From playful dogs to elegant horses, and even a friendly little rat, photographers showcased the diversity of the animal kingdom in stunning and unexpected ways.

This year also marked an exciting addition: a new category dedicated entirely to equine photography. Joining the existing categories like Action, Creative, Documentary, Pets and People, and Portrait, this change gave photographers a chance to spotlight the beauty and spirit of horses. Scroll down to see the incredible winners and finalists!

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Portrait Category Finalist Andrea Wafler

A dog standing in a calm lake with misty mountains in the background, captured by a pet photographer.

©Copyright 2024 Andrea Wafler

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    Equine Category Winner Sabrina Einig

    Majestic horse rearing in a misty field at sunrise, showcasing award-winning pet photography from 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Sabrina Einig

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    Equine Category Finalist Samantha Dawn Ebeling

    A horse standing in a lush forest, showcasing one of the best images from the 2024 International Pet Photographer awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Samantha Dawn Ebeling

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Chohee Courtois

    Close-up of a woman's eyes above a cat's face, highlighting pet photography from 2024 awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Chohee Courtois

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    Portrait Category Finalist Mirka Koot

    A cat sits on a vintage chair beside a bird in a hanging cage, from 2024's best pet photographer images.

    ©Copyright 2024 Mirka Koot

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    Creative Category Winner Katie Brockman

    Two cats posing; one has a paintbrush in its mouth, showcasing pet photography excellence.

    ©Copyright 2024 Katie Brockman

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Ida Levin

    Child reading beside a white dog with a glowing lantern on a suitcase, showcasing top pet photography of 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Ida Levin

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    Portrait Category Finalist Heidi Adler

    Cat and dog touching noses on a tree stump, captured in a winning image by the International Pet Photographer of the Year.

    ©Copyright 2024 Heidi Adler

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    Action Category Finalist Celine Robel

    Dog leaping toward an orange ball on a sandy beach, showcasing award-winning pet photography.

    ©Copyright 2024 Celine Robel

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    Portrait Category Winner Anna Failner

    Golden retriever sitting on a forest path at sunrise, capturing a serene moment from the International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Anna Failner

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    Action Category Finalist Shandess Griffin

    Dog joyfully bounding through snow, featured in International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Shandess Griffin

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    Equine Category Finalist Denise Strauch

    A horse rearing on a field during sunset, capturing an award-winning pet photography moment of 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Denise Strauch

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    Equine Category Finalist Lina Kronholm

    Black horse standing on a rocky hill with a misty mountain backdrop, showcasing stunning pet photography of 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Lina Kronholm

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    Portrait Category Finalist Alisha Anderson

    Golden retriever posing gracefully indoors, recognized in International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Alisha Anderson

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    Creative Category Finalist Emma Steel

    A small dog with a large shadow, featured in the 2024 International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Emma Steel

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Rebeca Saborio

    Person and dog jumping joyfully on the beach, captured for International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Rebeca Saborio

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    Portrait Category Finalist Emma Pope

    A rat poses on a terracotta pot, showcasing excellence in pet photography from 2024 awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Emma Pope

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    Documentary Category Finalist Rebecca Williams

    Dogs herding sheep at sunset, recognized by the International Pet Photographer Of The Year Awards 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Rebecca Williams

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Natalie Genberg

    Toddler with wool hat on a red tricycle beside a Shetland sheepdog, showcasing award-winning pet photography 2024.

    ©Copyright 2024 Natalie Genberg

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    Action Category Finalist Gaétane Marchand

    Energetic dog mid-air, captured by 2024 International Pet Photographer of the Year winner, against a lush green background.

    ©Copyright 2024 Gaétane Marchand

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    Creative Category Finalist Mattia Gorno

    Puppies lounging on colorful pillows, part of the 2024 International Pet Photographer Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Mattia Gorno

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    Creative Category Finalist Nika Kuplenk Golobič

    A dog lying on a rock by a misty river, captured by an award-winning international pet photographer.

    ©Copyright 2024 Kuplenk Golobič

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    Action Category Finalist Andrea Wafler

    A dog running along a pebble beach at sunrise, capturing vibrant energy, as highlighted by the Pet Photographer of the Year.

    ©Copyright 2024 Andrea Wafler

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    Creative Category Finalist Mattia Gorno

    Dog looking surprised behind a blender with splashing pink smoothie, featured in International Pet Photographer Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Mattia Gorno

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Lenka Šilhová

    A woman sits on autumn leaves, gently touching a horse, captured in a stunning 2024 International Pet Photographer award image.

    ©Copyright 2024 Lenka Šilhová

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Paula Grekelä

    Couple kissing a dog at sunset, showcasing a top image from the 2024 International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Paula Grekelä

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    Action Category Finalist Annika Ridder

    Dog leaping through water at sunset, captured by a top pet photographer of 2024 awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Annika Ridder

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    Pets And People Category Finalist Ginger Wick

    Silhouette of a woman and dog performing yoga at sunset, showcased in International Pet Photographer of the Year Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Ginger Wick

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    Pets And People Category Winner Kerry Martin

    Person with red hair and glasses, hugging a dog plush in an award-winning photo by International Pet Photographer of the Year.

    ©Copyright 2024 Kerry Martin

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    Portrait Category Finalist Denisa Albaniová

    A white dog stands against a dramatic dark rock backdrop, showcasing the 2024 International Pet Photographer Awards.

    ©Copyright 2024 Denisa Albaniová

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