Are you the perfect roommate to Fluffy?

If so, enter in the Apartments.com Roommate of the Year contest for a chance to win a year’s worth of free rent plus $10,000 in cash.

One of the five categories in the nationwide contest is “Purr-fect Roommate to Your Pet.”

Contestants must submit an online video stating their case as to why they are the best pet roommate. All entries must be received by noon EST on June 30, 2009 to be eligible to win the grand prize.

Visit RoommateOfTheYear.shycast.com for more information.

Photo by flickr user randeeob.

Senior pets website relaunches, hosts tagline contest

SeniorPetProducts.com, a leading resource for information on older pets, has recently announced the launch of its new and improved Web 2.0 site. The new site will provide a one-stop source for pet enthusiasts to learn how to offer their pets better quality of life as they age. Lovers of older pets can also participate in community feedback forums, read articles from experts on pet aging, and purchase economical, high quality products for their furry friends.

Guardians of aging pets are challenged to create a simple, snappy tagline to mark the launch of the new site. This tagline should reflect the love people have for their pets and communicate the range of resources available on the site. The winner of the tagline contest will snag a $500 gift certificate for SeniorPetProducts.com.

SeniorPetProducts.com donates a portion of all sales to Grey Muzzle, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing funding to shelters, rescues, and other non-profit groups throughout the US.

To enter the tagline contest, learn more about caring for your senior pet or purchase products, visit SeniorPetProducts.com. If you use Twitter, connect with SeniorPetProducts.com at @oldpetslovemore. Be sure to submit your contest entry by the deadline, May 31, 2009. —Christina Cottini

Be Kind to Animals Week contest for kids

Do you know a kid or teen who is especially kind to animals? American Humane Association wants to know! In honor of its 95th annual Be Kind to Animals Week, the group is accepting nominations of kids ages 6-17 who are active in their communities to improve the lives and welfare of animals.

Be Kind to Animals Week is May 3-9. To enter, fill out a nomination form at AmericanHumane.org. Entries will be split into two age groups, six to 12, and 13 to 17. Winners will receive $1,000 in cash, which they can apply towards their cause.

The deadline is April 15, so don’t delay!

Time to cast your vote!

I know, I know … if you hear the word “vote” one more time this election cycle, you’re going to scream. Well get ready to holler, because it’s time to cast your vote, not for the most persuasive politician, but for your favorite animal shelter or rescue group.

And in case you think your vote doesn’t count, get this. Care2, the contest’s sponsor, is giving $10,000 to the winning shelter. Democracy never sounded so good to the animals.