The search begins today for our readers’ cutest pet.

Entries for Pet Idol 2015 are now open and we are now accepting entries from anyone with an animal that is destined to be a star.

All species of pets are welcome to enter for free and will be put in to categories of dogs, cats and other pets. To enter click here, fill in the form and upload your chosen picture of your pet.

In 2014 it was estimated that 46% of households in the UK had pets. Including fish, that’s a mighty 65 million animals that we have welcomed in to our families.

Pet Idol

All entries will be featured in our online galleries and readers will then vote for their favourite furry, scaly or feathery friend.

The winning animal will gain the prestigious title of Pet Idol 2015 and there are also great prizes up for grabs for the overall winner and the two other category winners.

The deadline for entries is midnight on February 8.

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