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Catster Photo Contest: Cats of the Week Winners (January 22, 2026)

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This Week’s Winner

Name: Willow and Winston
Breed: American Shorthair
IG: @beth_reimer218

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Sleepiest

Name: Rocky
Fun Fact: “Rocky was found as a dirty, hungry little stray, fighting a skunk on my back porch for the cat food I leave out for strays (hence his name). He has since taken to the spoiled housecat life quite well!”
IG: @Carrieann26

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Most Dignified

Name: Echo
Fun Fact: “This picture was taken while Echo was sitting under the table and watching birds outside, one of his favorite pastimes. He also loves boxes – sitting in them, on them, and dragging his toys into them.”
IG: @ahleyab

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Best Action Shot

Name: Meshach
Breed: British short hair mix
IG: @rhondacoleman4752
Fun Fact: “Meshach is a rescue kitty from under a local sandwich shop. Home-cooked chicken is her favorite food, and she’s not about begging for it!!!”

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Cutest

Name: Sibbie
Breed: Siberian and Maine Coon
IG: @KatieBratie
Fun Fact: “Rescued by my sister Kim. This boy is gentle and soo loved”

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Most Expressive

Name: Droplet
Fun Fact: “Droplet is a sweet cat who starts purring the minute you touch her. She lives with another cat, 2 dogs, 13 chickens, 7 ducks and 2 lamb.”
IG: @Caspercaspurrcat

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Silliest

Name: Mikey
Fun Fact: “Mikey is 9 years old, my 2nd oldest of 5 cats and 1 dog. He is my ONLY boy though, but takes it in stride!! This photo was taken several years ago when I walked into the room, luckily with phone in hand, and was able to preserve this treasure for others to enjoy. I refer to it as his “dating app profile photo” lol!”

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