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The countdown until FL Critter has begun!

Contestant Applications are live!

Current Titleholder

Pup Aechus

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Host of The Dog Dish, a paw’d-cast about puppy play and the humans behind the hoods, Pup Aechus loves supporting community by sharing ideas. As a playful Clumber Spaniel since 2015, he’s presented at LLC, West Coast Jungle Gym, Shenanigans, Florida Power Exchange, SECC, IPTC, and elsewhere. As a human, he’s been an educator for over two decades, sharing his love of learning and his delight in challenging conversations. Aechus is a native Floridian who managed to escape to live in northern Jersey. He holds the 2018 IPTC Best in Show and the 2019 FLFP Critter titles.

Editor’s Note: Pup Aechus is also credited with designing the Critter Pride Flag – more information here.

Critter Pride Flag, designed by Pup Aechus.

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Upcoming Events

2024

November 9

Gear Swap at City Side Lounge in Tampa, FL!

December 31

Applications close! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for announcements!

2025

January

Formal announcement of contestants, staff, virtual interviews, and more! Check back here and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out what and when!

January 31 - February 2

Florida Critter & Trainer Contest in-person events in Tampa, FL! We’ll have socials, meet ‘n greet with our contestants and judges, classes/presentations, headspace scenes, and announcement of titleholder elections. Check back here and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out what and when!