High Peak MP Launches First-Ever ‘Dog of the Year’ Competition

High Peak MP Jon Pearce has launched his first ever High Peak Dog of the Year competition – inviting local dog owners to show off their four-legged friends while raising money for a good cause.

High Peak Dog of the Year and RSPCA

Dog lovers across the constituency are encouraged to submit a photo and a fun “Doggy CV” highlighting their pet’s personality, quirks and achievements.

On 30 September 2025, a judging panel will select the top twelve dogs, each of whom will feature in a special charity calendar to be sold later this year. Every winning pooch will also receive a prize – and the public will then vote for their overall favourite. The dog with the most votes will be crowned the very first High Peak Dog of the Year in November.

All proceeds from the calendar will go to the RSPCA Tameside and Glossop branch, where Jon Pearce serves as Vice President for Glossop. The funds will support the charity’s vital work rescuing, rehoming and caring for animals in need across the area.

Jon with Jack

Jon Pearce MP said:

As a proud dog owner and animal lover, I wanted to create a fun competition to celebrate some of the wonderful dogs we’re lucky to have here in High Peak – while also raising money for one of High Peak’s local RSPCA branch. I can’t wait to see all the entries, and I wish every dog (and their owners) the very best of luck!

Irene Platt, Honorary Chair of RSPCA Tameside and Glossop Branch said:

We are delighted to be partnering with Jon on the High Peak Dog of the Year competition. Not only will this be a fantastic way to celebrate the much-loved pets in our community, but the funds raised will make a real difference to the animals we care for every day. Every entry will help us continue our vital work rehabilitating and rehoming animals in need across Tameside and Glossop.

For more information and to download a ‘Doggy CV’ form, visit: www.jon4highpeak.com/dogs