The laughter doesn’t stop with the winners of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025. Now, it’s your turn to join the fun. The Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 People’s Choice voting is officially open, and one lucky voter will win £500 (around $670) just for taking part.

With just two weeks left before the STERNA People’s Choice Award closes, the organizers are calling on wildlife lovers everywhere to cast their vote and spread the word. If you’ve already fallen in love with the dancing gorilla who stole the overall title, or if another finalist made you laugh out loud, now’s your chance to help crown the crowd favorite.

How To Vote In The Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 People’s Choice

Voting in the Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 People’s Choice is simple and takes just a minute:

• Head to the People’s Choice Award vote page
• Pick your favorite image from the 43 finalists
• Enter your email and tick the box if you’d like to join the prize draw

That’s it. Voting closes at midnight on March 1, 2026, so don’t wait too long to choose your winner.

Among the finalists are some of the most joyful and perfectly timed wildlife moments of the year. From expressive primates to mid-air bird drama and wonderfully awkward animal encounters, the shortlist proves once again that nature has impeccable comedic timing.

I personally love that some photo contests offer public voting, especially this one that’s loved by so many people. While judges focus on technical excellence, storytelling, and originality, we tend to vote with our hearts. And in the case of the Comedy Wildlife competition, we can simply cast our vote based on which photo caused us to chuckle or downright laugh out loud. Isn’t it wonderful?

With 43 finalists competing for the Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 People’s Choice title, every vote helps shape the final result. Whether you’re drawn to clever timing, hilarious expressions, or pure chaotic wildlife energy, there’s bound to be one image that makes you grin.

And remember – one randomly selected voter will walk away with £500. Not bad for a minute spent enjoying some of the funniest wildlife photography of the year.

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Mobile Crossbody Multi-Strap, Mobile Crossbody Strap and Mobile Cuff Deliver Secure, Low-Profile Carry for Phones and Compact Cameras

Peak Design introduces three new additions to its Mobile ecosystem: the Mobile Crossbody Multi-Strap, Mobile Crossbody Strap, and Mobile Cuff. Designed for creators, travellers and everyday users alike, the Mobile Strap Family combines secure carry, refined aesthetics and effortless functionality, all built around Peak Design’s innovative Micro Anchor™ connection system.

Whether worn crossbody or around the wrist, each strap is engineered to keep your phone or compact camera secure, accessible and tangle-free, without adding bulk.

Mobile Crossbody Multi-Strap

The Mobile Crossbody Multi-Strap is a versatile, low-profile strap designed to carry your phone, keys and small essentials securely. Built with Peak Design’s Micro Anchor™ system, it offers faster, stronger and more intuitive attachment, complete with a built-in swivel to prevent twisting.

A custom-machined and anodized aluminum carabiner holds up to three Micro Anchors™ and locks shut for added security. The custom-developed rope strikes a careful balance between strength, comfort and stretch, while sleek glass-reinforced nylon hardware enables quick length adjustments.

Key Features:

• Compatible with any Peak Design case, Apple iPhone 17 case and small point-and-shoot cameras, plus third-party cases using the included adapter Mobile Crossbody Multi-Strap
• Secure aluminum carabiner with locking mechanism
• Adjustable length from 90cm to 168cm
• Fair Trade Certified and backed by a lifetime guarantee

MSRP: $59.95 – Available in Black, Ocean and Ibis.

Mobile Crossbody Strap

The Mobile Crossbody Strap delivers a streamlined 2-point carry solution for phones and compact cameras. Designed for all-day wear, it combines minimalist aesthetics with practical security.

Like the Multi-Strap, it features the Micro Anchor™ system with integrated swivel functionality to prevent twisting. The strap also includes accessory loop hardware, allowing users to convert to single-point carry or stow the strap on their body when the device is detached.

Key Features:

• Works with Peak Design and Apple iPhone 17 cases, plus third-party cases via included adapter Mobile Crossbody Strap
• Adjustable from 88cm to 164cm
• Lightweight, comfortable rope construction
• Fair Trade Certified with lifetime guarantee

MSRP: $49.95 – Available in Black, Ocean and Ibis.

Mobile Cuff

For those who prefer wrist carry, the Mobile Cuff offers simple, durable and low-profile drop protection. Ideal for phones, point-and-shoot cameras or any small device with a strap connection point, the Cuff automatically cinches down on the wrist in the event of an accidental drop.

Constructed from ultra-durable woven rope, the Mobile Cuff incorporates aluminum adjustment and stopper hardware to customise fit and minimum loop size. The Micro Anchor™ system ensures fast and secure attachment with the same anti-twist swivel design found across the range.

Key Features:

• Compatible with Peak Design cases, Apple iPhone 17 cases and third-party cases via adapter Mobile Cuff
• Automatically self-cinching for drop protection
• Adjustable loop sizing
• Fair Trade Certified and backed by a lifetime guarantee

MSRP: $29.95 – Available in Ibis, Black and Ocean.

Built for Everyday Creativity

The Mobile Strap Family reflects Peak Design’s ongoing commitment to thoughtful design, durability and sustainability. Each product integrates seamlessly into the broader Peak Design Mobile ecosystem, offering users secure, flexible carry options without compromising style or performance.

With quick-connect Micro Anchors™, premium materials and Fair Trade Certified manufacturing, these new straps provide practical protection for modern devices while maintaining the clean, refined aesthetic Peak Design is known for.

For full specifications, color and more, please visit the Peak Design Website.

Carrot Cake has endured more than any kitty ever should.

She was found on the side of the road, struggling to breathe—likely struck by a car and left fighting for her life. She suffered multiple internal injuries, and dangerous fluid had built up around her lungs. Without immediate intervention, she would not have survived.

Thanks to emergency surgery, expert veterinary care, and her incredible will to live, Carrot Cake pulled through. Today, she’s healing beautifully, and the last of her surgical staples will be removed next week.

Through it all, she has remained nothing but sweetness—soft eyes, a calm spirit, and a heart ready to love again.

We are deeply grateful that Cat Depot was awarded $16,500 from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support the lifesaving rescue of cats like Carrot Cake from Sarasota County. Funding for our extraordinary veterinary care of homeless cats and kittens was generously provided through the Jo Ann Sutton Fund, Helen C. Schwieder Fund, Lucretia Davidson Beach Memorial Fund, and Robert Parker Fund at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

Cat Depot serves as a lifeline for cats and kittens in urgent need of medical care—brought to us by local shelters, rescue groups, community cat caregivers, Good Samaritans, and pet owners seeking help for animals with complex medical needs.

Grant funds were put to work immediately, helping cover the extensive veterinary expenses for sweet Carrot Cake, whose critical condition required rapid, specialized treatment.

And her story has the best possible ending—Carrot Cake has been adopted into a loving home, where she is continuing her recovery under the watchful eye of her devoted adopter.

Because of community support and compassionate partners, lives like Carrot Cake’s are not only saved—they’re given a second chance to thrive.

There’s nothing more gratifying for a pet parent to witness their dog getting along with their cat. This video captured an adorable first interaction between a kitten and a German Shepherd. On February 15, the owner of the two dogs post a heartwarming video on Instagram from the account @emileamay. Since then, the clip has gone viral. It currently boasts more than 34K likes.

Kitten and German Shepherd have gotten along since first interaction

A heartwarming video on Instagram showcased how a cute little kitten and a big German Shepherd Dog got along from the very beginning. The video has been winning hearts online, as people can’t get enough of the two puppies’ instant bond. In the post caption, the dog and cat’s owner happily wrote, “A moment for the pets.”

The Instagram video began with a closer look at the tiny kitten approaching the German Shepherd Dog, who was calmly sitting on a dog bed. In the meantime, the text written over the clip read, “POV: you bring a kitten home not knowing how your 8 year old, anxious, german shepherd would react and this was their first interaction.”

As the video continued, viewers saw the dog gently welcoming the act into his life immediately after their meeting. He was so calm, “patient” and “sweet” with the little cat, that it would melt anyone’s heart. The kitten got super comfortable with the dog immediately. Soon, the two fur babies’ bond became even stronger. The video will brighten up anybody’s day.

In the comments section, one fan wrote, “One of my favorite things is cats loving dogs against the dog’s inclinations and making a bestie in the process.” Meanwhile, another admirer’s comment read, “The paw slide!! My heart.” “This is the content we all need right now,” added another fan.

The Bodega: cultural cornerstone of every New York neighborhood. Alongside the milk, deli meats, bread, and mysterious miscellaneous items in the dusty back corner, is one essential item: The Bodega Cat. A resident feline (or felines) is something that has become synonymous with these local corner stores, and many of these customer-friendly cats have been in residence longer than the current employees. The Bodega Cat is such a New York icon that one man has made it his mission to make sure these furry store greeters receive the attention and protection they deserve.

Back in 2020, as bodegas stayed open while most of the world was shut down due to the COVID pandemic, author Dan Rimada started to photograph and document the various cats he encountered in his neighborhood. After a while, strangers started to send him photos and stories about their local bodega cats, and Rimada realized that this was a story that needed to be told.

Along with photographer Gulce Kilkis, Rimade spent four years collecting tales and images of this unique aspect of everyday life across all five boroughs. The culmination of that work, the book

The Bodega Cats of New York, will be available in October 2026.

As his collection of bodega cats grew, he became aware of a problem that could mean the end of this New York institution.

Under current regulations, a cat in a food establishment is a health code violation, one that attracts a fine of $200. For years, bodega owners have continued to encourage their feline visitors as they help keep a larger (and more expensive) problem at bay: rats. If rats (or evidence of rats) are detected during a health inspection, the fine is $1000, not to mention the cost to the bodega’s reputation. The threat of an occasional $200 fee has been largely accepted as a ‘rat tax’ by bodega owners, and many health inspectors have been known to look the other way when it comes to the resident feline, aware that they are providing an essential service.

However, ‘rat math’ and goodwill are shaky foundations to stand on, which is why Rimada decided it was time to give these cats the security of being rightly designated as service animals.

Changing the Law

Like many movements, this one started small. What began as a simple documentation project has become a coalition for change. Thousands of petition signatures, millions of followers, and now two state bills headed to the Senate.

Council Member Keith Powers reached out to Rimada on Instagram and has introduced Int. 1471: Cats In Retail Food Stores, which would override the provisions of the New York City Health Code that prohibit owners of retail food stores from keeping a cat within their store. At the same time, unbeknownst to Rimada, State Assembly Member Linda Rosenthal presented A08341, which requires the establishment of health and safety guidelines for cats living in retail food stores to ensure the humane treatment of such cats while adhering to relevant health code provisions. If passed, these laws would not only protect the status of the Bodega Cat but also ensure that the State Department of Agriculture and Markets create official health and safety guidelines for cats in retail food stores, including regular vet check-ups, mandatory spaying or neutering, proper nutrition, and designated “cat zones” separate from food prep and storage.

Of course, the battle is far from over, and there are some serious hurdles to overcome before these bills are passed as laws. According to Rimada, Bodega Cats of New York needs a partner in the Senate, and asks his fellow New Yorkers to lend their support.

“If you live in New York, now is the time to call your State Senator. Tell them there’s a bill in the Assembly that would create care standards for working cats in retail food stores, and it needs a champion in the Senate.”

As long as there are bodegas, there should be Bodega Cats.

Feature Image Credit: Bodega Cats of New York

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