March Muttness – Official Rules

What is March Muttness?

March Muttness is a voting-style fundraising competition featuring adoptable (and recently adopted!) shelter pets. Community members vote for their favorite pets by donating, and all proceeds support the care of animals at the shelter.

Voting & Donations

Voting is done through donations - $1 = 1 vote
Voters may cast multiple votes and vote in multiple matchups.
All donations are non-refundable and directly support shelter operations.
Voting closes at the posted deadline for each matchup.

Bracket & Advancement

Pets advance based on the total number of votes received in each matchup.
In the event of a tie, the shelter will break the tie at its discretion (staff vote, random draw, or sudden-death voting round).
Bracket One will last 8 days (March 1 - March 8) - Bracket 2 will last 4 days (March 9 - 12) - Playoffs will last 2 days (March 13 - 14) and the Championship Match will be March 15

Adoption Rule (Important!)

If a participating pet is adopted during March Muttness, they will remain in the competition as an adopted alumni.
All votes already cast will still count.
The pet will continue to advance based on votes received.
Adoption is considered the ultimate championship win, and adopted pets will be celebrated throughout the event.

Winner & Prizes

The March Muttness Champion will be announced at the end of the competition.
The winning pet will receive:
- A featured spotlight on social media
- A half off adoption fee (if not already adopted)
- A gift basket with puppy goodies to take home
- Bragging rights and eternal glory

The Fine Print (The Feel-Good Part)

March Muttness is meant to be fun, positive, and supportive of shelter animals.
Every vote helps provide food, medical care, enrichment, and love to pets in need.
Thank you for supporting our shelter and cheering on these amazing animals!

March Muttness

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