Enter the 2026 Cat of the Year competition
The prizes
Cat of the Year 2026
A fantastic prize awaits the overall winner: a Mr Fothergill’s Seeds hamper jam-packed with cat-safe gardening goodies, from compost and plantable pots to quality tools – worth almost £200!
To keep furry friends healthy, they’ll also win a one-year Pet Health Club Cat Essential membership with Inspiring Vet Care, covering annual vaccinations, six-monthly health checks and more.
Runners-up
Each of the remaining category winners will also receive a cat-safe gardening hamper from Mr Fothergill’s worth £57, filled with treats to help create an outdoor space that’s safe and enjoyable to explore.
Mature moggies
(aged over 10 years)
Celebrating the character and charm that comes with age.
Community champions
For the cats who bring people together and make a difference.
Second-chance stars
Celebrating rescue cats whose journeys show the power of a fresh start.
Family favourites
For the cats who bring companionship and memorable moments.
Incredible and unique
One-of-a-kind felines who are truly unforgettable.
The categories
Mature moggies (aged 10 years and over)
Celebrating the character and charm that comes with age.
Community champions
For the cats who bring people together and make a difference.
Second-chance stars
Celebrating rescue cats whose journeys show the power of a fresh start.
Family favourites
For the cats who bring companionship and memorable moments.
Incredible and unique
One-of-a-kind felines who are truly unforgettable.
The countdown is on!
Entries open soon
Your cat deserves their moment in the spotlight, but hold on as we're still putting the finishing touches to the competition. We promise it'll be worth the wait. Thanks for your patience, and please check back soon.
To enter, fill in the form below and tell us why your pet deserves to be named Cat of the Year 2026.