We are excited to feature your fur/scaled/feathered kid(s) in an upcoming issue of Stroll Black Creek!

Answer each of the prompts or just use them as thought joggers. Or feel free to ignore these suggestions and write freeform! Approximately 400 words (3 - 4 paragraphs) is ideal. 

We've included the option to voice record, then we'll transcribe/copyedit for you. You can also "Save" (next to the "Submit" button) and continue later.

If you have trouble with this form or prefer, you can view this PDF template here and email it along with photos to blackcreek@strollmag.com.

You are welcome to write from the first-person perspective of your pet--the more personality, the better! 

NOTE: Answers may be edited for length and/or readability.

INTRODUCTION

• Have your pet introduce themself to the neighborhood, giving their name, nickname, breed, and age (in dog and /or human years).
• Is your pet an angel or a bit of a troublemaker? Spoiled? Protective? Have a bit of an ego?
• Does your pet have any specific talents/tricks?
• What’s their biggest fear?
• Is there anything other neighbors or pets would know your pet for?
• Is there a story behind their name?

BODY PARAGRAPHS

• How would your pet tell the story of the day they met you and your human family?
• Are there any other pets (brothers/sisters) they have to get along with?
• Does your pet get along with the other pets in the neighborhood? Are they part of a pet gang/group of friends?
• Feel free to name other pets that live in the neighborhood.
• Has your pet ever run away or gotten into trouble?
• How would they tell that story?

CLOSING

• What is your pet most grateful for?
• What are you most grateful for about your pet?
• What does your pet love most about being part of your family?
• What do you love most about your pet being part of your family?