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Special Election: Halloween Pet Costume Contest

November 6th, 2012 · 3 Comments · Capitol Hill, DC

By this point, the candy binge should have worn off, so don’t forget to vote in our Halloween pet photo contest. And, since it’s Election Day, why not exercise your democratic right one more time? This year there were 25 entrants, but only one can be top dog (or cat). The winner of the Readers’ [...]

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Last Call: The Hill is Home Pet Costume Contest

October 30th, 2012 · 2 Comments · Capitol Hill, DC

You’ve picked up the candy, carved out a pumpkin, but don’t forget to dress-up your pet tonight and send us a picture! Only a few can lay claim that their pet is top dog (or cat) in The Hill is Home’s pet costume contest. Just snap a picture and email it to THIHcontest@gmail.com. Be sure to [...]

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Reminder: Enter Your Pet in The Hill is Home Halloween Photo Contest

October 23rd, 2012 · No Comments · Capitol Hill, DC

There are those of us who plan their entire month around our Halloween pet photo contest, and then there are those who wait until the very last minute. Don’t wait because the competition is heating up! And, if you’re going to dress-up your furry friend in an embarrassingly ornate costume, at the very least, you [...]

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Hill’s Eye View: Get ‘Em While They’re Hot

October 22nd, 2012 · No Comments · Capitol Hill

  Can you say saturated color? Halloween provides no shortage of opportunities for fantastic photos. Please share yours on the Hill is Home flickr group.

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Your Guide to Halloween on the Hill

October 18th, 2012 · No Comments · Barracks Row, Eastern Market

Halloween on the Hill is one of the best times of the year. The leaves are falling, there’s a chill in the air but not so much so that kids are forced to wear winter jackets under their costumes (this cramped my style the year I was Cinderella and I’ve never really gotten over it). [...]

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Enter Your Pet in The Hill is Home Halloween Photo Contest

October 10th, 2012 · No Comments · Capitol Hill, DC

Capitol Hill goes all out for Halloween. And so do our readers when it comes to dressing their beloved dog or cat in ridiculous costume for our pet photo contest (we’re still waiting for our first hamster entry). Last year, more than thirty pets competed, resulting in some serious competition for coveted prizes. This year looks to be [...]

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Things We Take For Granted: Halloween Costume Swaps and Sales

September 25th, 2012 · 1 Comment · Uncategorized

Buying a tiger at Costco just felt wrong. And sure enough, in the days that followed we were offered a ladybug and a hamburger. But, as you see, my toddler really likes putting the tiger pants on her head. But you can bet that costume will have at least five years in rotation thanks to [...]

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Pet Photo Contest Results!

November 15th, 2011 · No Comments · Barracks Row, Capitol Hill, DC, H Street

The tribe has spoken…well, tribes really.  We’ve tallied the votes you the readers have cast, and our staff has agonized over our selections.  Without further ado, here are the results of the 2011 THIH Halloween Pet Photo Contest. Least-Like-the-Species Award goes to Skunk Dog, submitted by Sarah Allegrini.  For her odorless portrayal of a skunk, Molly [...]

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Final Reminder! Vote in Our Photo Contest!

November 10th, 2011 · No Comments · Capitol Hill, DC

Readers, if you haven’t taken a moment to be judgmental of dogs and cats (and one turtle) yet, please do.  Voting ends on Friday, November 11 in our Pet Halloween Photo Contest and we need your help in selecting the Readers’ Choice Award.  Hundred upon hundred of dog biscuits are on the line. Voting is [...]

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Don’t Forget to Vote – Halloween Pet Photo Contest

November 7th, 2011 · No Comments · Barracks Row, Capitol Hill, DC, H Street

Loyal Readers! Don’t forget to cast your vote for your favorite canine, feline, or reptile companion-in-costume in our Halloween Pet Photo Contest.  You can find a link to the Flickr.com photo page with all the entries as well as the official ballot in last week’s voting post. Voting will be available through 11:59 p.m. on [...]

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