Unleash Your Pup’s Inner Superhero: NYC Hosts Krypto Look-Alike Contest with $1,000 Prize
New York City is about to get a whole lot more super, as a Krypto the Superdog Look-Alike Contest is set to take over Manhattan West Plaza on Friday, July 18th, at 2 PM. Dog parents are invited to bring their canine companions, regardless of breed or size, to compete for a chance to win a $1,000 cash prize and the ultimate bragging rights.
Organized by Pumpkin Pet Insurance, the event aims to celebrate the “superhero spirit” within every pet. “Whether your pup is a dead ringer for Krypto or just bursts with superhero spirit, this is your chance to show the world the true power of pets,” a press release from the organizers stated.
The competition will award two top prizes: “Best Krypto Lookalike” and “Most Unique, Unlike-Krypto” contestant. Each winner will not only receive $1,000 but also a $2,500 donation to the Angel Fund at a veterinary clinic of their choice. A panel of expert judges will make the final decisions, with a little help from the audience’s cheers.
This unique event follows a trend of celebrity look-alike contests in NYC, but this time, the spotlight is firmly on our four-legged friends. As Time out’s film critic raves about Krypto’s “sparky” presence in the new Superman movie, this contest offers a playful way for owners to showcase their own pets’ heroic qualities.
“The Krypto Look-Alike Contest is our way of spotlighting the hero inside every pet,” said Matt Sherman, chief Marketing Officer of Pumpkin. “whether your dog looks exactly like Krypto or simply channels his super-energy-no matter their size or breed-this contest celebrates the amazing role pets play as our everyday heroes.”
For those looking to participate, registration is open. This tail-wagging festivity promises a fun-filled afternoon celebrating the extraordinary bond between humans and their pets,all while honoring the most iconic super-pup in the DC Universe.