Tail of the Year Semi-Finalists 2021
Trusty Tails Tail of the Year (Semi Finalists 2021)
Thank you to everyone who participated in our second annual Tail of the Year for Hudson County. It’s been incredibly exciting to see all the entries come through and all your social media posts encouraging your friends to vote! Your pets are all incredible.
We want to congratulate those contestants who have made it through to the next stage of the Tail of the Year 2021 pet competition.
- If your pet is featured below, they are in the top three for their city based on votes they received.
- Next, our judges take over and will decide which pet will represent each of the 12 cities of Hudson County for Tail of their City.
- Then, the pets will each move on to compete for the overall title of Tail of the Year.
What happens during Judging?
Each pet will be judged on the following criteria:
- Number of public votes (33% of score)
- Quality, cuteness, and uniqueness of photos submitted (33% of score)
- Written Entry (33% of score)
Pets with the most points will go through to the finals. Final scores will not be made public. In the event that the winner does not want to participate in the final stages, the the runner up will be put through to the final.
When Will The 12 Tail of the Year Finalists Be Announced?
We plan to announce the final 12 Tails around October 24th, 2021.
Voting will start on November 8th, 2021.
We will be in touch with the final 12 with further instructions for the competition.
Here are the Trusty Tails’ Hudson County Tail of the Year Semi-Finalists 2020:
Bayonne
Ava Johnson
Ava loves all animals and people. She doesn’t take herself seriously. She wants to have a good time all the time. She doesn’t mind trying and eating new things. She knows that exercising is important but being loved & showing love is most important.
Cloud
Let me tell you a dog’s tale. There once was a pup named Cloud. Entered Tail of the Year to make mama proud. But he only had an itty bitty tail. So He exclaimed aloud, “I’ll find the biggest stick and twine!” And here he shares his find.
Denver
Denver loves walking and making new friends. He loves to cuddle with mommy and go for car rides and enjoy the breeze in his ears.
East Newark
Honey
Hi I’m Honey, I’m very friendly and I love the camera, mommy has trained me very well, I love treats and if I win the contest, I would have tons of treats and presents that I will share with my brother. Thank you for accepting my registration, Honey.
Guttenburg
Dewey
For every pound, Dewey gives 5x the love. Currently 130 and growing!
Gulliver
Gulliver came to Guttenberg in March 2021 and he has brought smiles to all of our neighbors ever since. He is sweet, silly and loves bringing joy to everyone he meets!
Niko
Niko brings joy to the locals of Guttenberg, going out of his way to befriend all the neighborhood pets. Niko loves getting into mischief, watching TV with his daddies and is learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons. Most importantly, he’s full of PRIDE!
Harrison
Ben Wyatt
Ben is a really photogenic dog. He’s my baby, so sweet and loyal. Picking just one photo was a hard task. Have so many beautiful photos that he looks like a model.
Fidget
Fidget truly is an extraordinary dog, doing great things! He’s a task trained service animal for his owner, helping her everyday! He’s also put smiles on thousands of faces through Instagram and tik tok! Vote for Fidget! 🙂
Mavis
My Mavis is sweet, cheers me up every morning, keeps me company and is my best friend! I want people to see how good it is to have a pet friend, they are often our refuge from tiring and stressful days, they are happy simply with our presence!
Hoboken
Buckley
Buckley is just awesome and so loved! A blue eyed bulldog and a bow tie model! He loves living in Hoboken, cookies/treats and belly runs from all who pass him by in Hoboken!
Hunter Hanley
Hello, and welcome to my TED Talk. My name is Hunter and I am the purrrrrfect Hoboken kitty. I watch the puppers from my window and chirp at the birdies. I love attention and snuggles all day every day. PS. Black cats are not bad luck.
Mickey
Mickey is a 1 year old foster fail who was adopted immediately due to his quirky and loving personality. He is the best fluffy little buddy and doesn’t leave my side. He’s super chatty, although I don’t think we’re always having the same conversation!
Jersey City
Cherry
Cherry would a great representative for Tail of Hudson County because she is all about meeting new friends. She loves exploring Jersey City and taking rides to other places in Jersey. Cherry also loves shopping at local pet shops in Jersey City.
Luzita
The lovable Luzita is a glimmering ray of light – she has playful personality and adorable energy that will melt anyone’s heart. You can never be down as long as you’ve got her floof around. #AllAboutLuzita
Miss Mia Meow
I found my daughter (yes I call my cat my daughter) right before the worst time in my life. My mom passed away 6 months after I found my cat in the street. She was a huge support while I grieved the loss of the most important person in my life.
Kearny
Dakota
Dakota is a survivor. Despite all she has gone through & lost in her short life she can put a smile in everyone she meets. She has been a blessing in our lives. She is a true Princess. She enjoys getting pampered, dressing up & photo shoots.
Magnolia
I’m Magnolia, a St.Patties baby! I love the squeakers inside toys more than the actual toy and I love cuddling with my mama. My dads a firefighter in town! With my st.patty genes dad being a firefighter, breweries are where you can find me!
Prescot
I always refer to Prescot as the Mayor, he greets everyone and you can’t help but fall in love with him. Prescot is full of energy, loves to be outside and play.He is the perfect fit for Tail of Hudson County.
North Bergen
Bennie
Bennie makes people smile and he likes everyone he meets. Bennie is mischievous and clever. It adds to his charm. We are certain he is plotting to take over the world – or at least the closet where we keep the snacks.
Gato
Gato is a curious, adventurous cat! He loves strolling around the neighborhood and making friends with all animals such as groundhogs, skunks, raccoons, dogs, and his very own kind. Everybody is his friend!!
Money
The Money Cat has the sweetest disposition of any cat, unless he’s hungry.
Secaucus
Casper
Casper is a lovely, silly, good boy! He’s always looking to make new friends and share his happiness by always smiling :)! We’ve been told his smile is contagious so we want to share that happiness he gives us and all our friends and family!
Kyo
Kyo has been with me since he was only 2 weeks old. His mother a stray had left him out on a hot summer day next to his sibling who sadly didn’t make it when I found them. He is now thriving, healthy and affectionate with me & his sister melo (my old cat).
Pirate
Because he has no tail but looks great and it does not bother him. Everyone knows Pirate of Secaucus!
Union City
Griffin
Griffin is amazing all around. He is very royal 👑 like a King. He is not a typical cat. He is more like a human. He loves to watch animal planet. Very affectionate and loving. He deserves to win because he is a special cat to many.
Jackson
Jackson is so very sweet and lovey. He wants to love on and befriend every person and doggy. He has several bff’s at the doggy park. Both only that, he is quite the show stopper.
Pauley Walnuts
I believe my son deserves to win this prestigious award because he is a rescue dog who had a very hard life. He lost his right eye, teeth are broken and filed down, and had a horrific staph infection. He represents rescues digs, disabled dogs and seniors.
Weehawken
Finn
Finn is cute, fun, mischievous and 100% quirky. At nearly 10 months old he still hasn’t figured out his tail belongs to him, loves eating dirt, enjoys licking inside peoples ears/noses and hoards shoes but doesn’t eat them. He is certainly one of a kind!
Pip
Pip joined our family after taking on the streets of Brooklyn on his own for 2 years. He loves to be our “sous chef” and sit on our bar stool watching us make every meal. He always greets us at the door to talk to us about his day. We love our lil guy!
Trooper
Trooper has the cutest smile because of missing teeth from a horrific start to his life. I rescued him from a terrible situation/brain trauma and he is the most gentle soul. I am forever grateful I get to see this smile every day and spoil him always!
West New York
Karma
This small, cute, upside down, tongue out bean deserves to be tail of the year because….well look at her! No one can top her goofy sleeping positions. She is the sweetest girl our little family could ask for.
Mocha La Loca
My name is Mocha. I’m a 5 month old Cavapoo from Amish country that made it to West New York, NJ. I love to give lots of kisses & play with everyone. And I love BABIES! They are my size so don’t be alarmed if I go straight for a stroller. 🙂
Peach
After moving to Jersey from the Midwest, Peach has learned to love the sights and sounds of Hudson County. She enjoys long walks on Boulevard East, chasing pigeons, and the smell of a fresh elote on Bergenline Avenue!
