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Katie Brockman named Dog Photographer of the Year at 2026 Awards
The 2026 Dog Photography Awards honoured winners from 1,900 submissions across 50 countries, with a £2,119 prize pool.
By Felo News Desk · Published
According to the Daily Mail, the annual Dog Photography Awards announced their 2026 winners on 10 October, selecting winners from roughly 1,900 entries submitted by photographers in 50 nations.
What happened
The competition featured categories such as Portrait, Action, Studio, Dogs and People, Documentary and Open. A total prize fund of £2,119 was on offer. Katie Brockman of the United States was named Dog Photographer of the Year and also secured first place in the Studio category. Susan Lang from the United Kingdom earned second place in the Portrait Outdoor category with a picture of a dog staring at a cat mural.
What the reports add
The Daily Mail listed honourable mentions, including Sylvain Langler (France) with entries in both the Studio and Action categories, Tianhang Zhang (China) for an underwater action shot, and Melissa Nordan (USA) for a bubble‑wrap portrait. The panel that judged the contest comprised leading photographers, dog experts and industry professionals, though individual names were not disclosed.
What was said
A spokesman for the event told the Daily Mail, "The Dog Photography Awards organises an annual photography contest that seeks to showcase the most exceptional dog photographs from across the globe. Our mission is to celebrate the artistry of top dog photographers, uncover emerging talents, and showcase the extraordinary diversity and charm of dogs."
Key facts
- Katie Brockman won Dog Photographer of the Year and the Studio category. (dailymail.co.uk)
- The competition received about 1,900 entries from photographers in 50 countries. (dailymail.co.uk)
- The prize fund for the awards was £2,119. (dailymail.co.uk)
- Susan Lang placed second in the Portrait Outdoor category with a dog‑and‑cat mural photo. (dailymail.co.uk)
- Honourable mentions were awarded to photographers from France, China, USA, Switzerland and Austria. (dailymail.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] dailymail.co.uk — originally reported as “Quite Fetching! The best in show from the 2026 Dog Photography Awards”
