THE search to find the cutest, funniest and most photogenic pets in Fenland has begun.

That’s because our annual Pet of the Year competition is back – and the first photoshoot has opened.

Animals of all shapes and sizes can be entered. This year’s contest will be broken down into three categories: cats, dogs and “small furries” – including rabbits, hamsters and other similar pets.

To enter, bring your pets along to one of the following shoots and let them strut their stuff in front of the camera. Winners will receive framed photographs of their posing pets.

A photographer has been present at The Pet Shop Discount Warehouse, in Commercial Road, March, yesterday and today. It will also be open tomorrow and Sunday from 10am-4pm.

The shoot will move to Goldings Seeds and Feeds, Outwell, on August 20-21 from 10am-4pm and Dickies Pet Centre, Wisbech, from August 22-25 from 10am-4pm.