America's Favorite Pet

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America's Favorite Pet is an online pet photo competition and fundraising campaign operated by Colossal Management, LLC, where pets compete for cash prizes and magazine features while raising money for animal welfare charities such as PAWS.

Phoenix, AZ
americasfavpet.com
Owned by Colossal Management, LLC

About America's Favorite Pet

America's Favorite Pet is a large-scale online photo and voting competition in which pet owners enter their cats and dogs for a chance to win cash prizes (such as $10,000) and features in magazines like Modern Dog and Modern Cat. The contest is operated by Colossal Management, LLC, a for‑profit professional/commercial fundraiser that runs cause-based voting competitions to benefit nonprofit partners, including PAWS (Progressive Animal Welfare Society). Through paid voting and related promotions, the competition has raised millions of dollars to support animal welfare initiatives. ([americasfavpet.com](https://americasfavpet.com/?utm_source=openai))

A charge from "AFP*" or "AmericasFavor" on a card statement typically relates to paid votes, donations, or other purchases made through the America’s Favorite Pet platform. Participants and supporters can cast free votes daily, but many choose to purchase additional paid votes or vote bundles, which are processed as card transactions and may appear with abbreviations like "AFP*" plus a contest period (such as a specific month or year) and a location in Arizona. Some users may also see multiple or recurring transactions if they buy vote packs on several days, enroll in special promotions, or authorize repeated donations during a competition cycle. ([americasfavpet.com](https://americasfavpet.com/terms?utm_source=openai))

If you have questions about an America’s Favorite Pet charge, start by checking your email for receipts from americasfavpet.com or Colossal Management and reviewing your voting or entry history on the contest website. You can contact the competition’s support team through the official support/contact links on americasfavpet.com or by using the support email listed there, providing the last four digits of your card, the charge date, and amount so they can locate the transaction. Because the contest rules emphasize a no-refund policy on paid votes and describe the operator as a for‑profit fundraiser, refunds may be limited; however, support can help clarify what the charge was for, confirm whether recurring payments are active, and advise you on stopping future charges if you no longer wish to participate. ([americasfavpet.com](https://americasfavpet.com/terms?utm_source=openai))

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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to America's Favorite Pet.

  1. Recurring Withdr AFP* SEPTEMBER 2026 AMERICASFAVOR AZ Date 09/04/26 049545734

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from AFP* or AmericasFavor on my card statement?

Abbreviations like AFP* or AmericasFavor typically refer to America’s Favorite Pet and usually indicate that you, or someone with access to your card, purchased paid votes, vote bundles, or made a donation through the americasfavpet.com contest platform during a competition period.

Is America’s Favorite Pet a legitimate organization or a scam?

America’s Favorite Pet is a real online pet contest operated by Colossal Management, LLC, a registered professional/commercial fundraiser that runs cause-based competitions benefiting charities such as PAWS. That said, it is a for‑profit fundraising model, so some people are surprised by the aggressive voting and fundraising structure; always review the official rules and terms on americasfavpet.com before spending money. ([americasfavpet.com](https://americasfavpet.com/terms?utm_source=openai))

Can I get a refund for votes or donations I made through America’s Favorite Pet?

According to the contest rules and terms, paid votes and related donations are generally non-refundable, as they are treated as contributions in a fundraising competition. If you believe a charge was made in error or without authorization, you should contact America’s Favorite Pet support via the official website and also speak with your card issuer about disputing unauthorized transactions. ([americasfavpet.com](https://americasfavpet.com/terms?utm_source=openai))

Why does the America’s Favorite Pet charge reference Arizona?

America’s Favorite Pet is operated by Colossal Management, LLC, whose principal business address is in the Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona area, so card descriptors often include an Arizona location even if you participated from another state or online. ([tmng-al.uspto.gov](https://tmng-al.uspto.gov/resting2/api/casedoc/cms/case/99245064/office-action/OfficeAction7985943.pdf?utm_source=openai))

Are charges from America’s Favorite Pet recurring, and how can I stop future charges?

Most charges are one‑time payments for specific vote bundles or donations, but you may see repeated transactions if you manually buy votes on multiple days or enroll in a special promotion that processes more than once. To stop future charges, avoid purchasing additional votes and contact America’s Favorite Pet support through americasfavpet.com if you suspect any kind of recurring or mistaken billing, then monitor your statements and consider updating or removing stored payment methods.

How can I verify what I was charged for in the America’s Favorite Pet contest?

Log in to your account at americasfavpet.com using the same email or social account you used to participate, then review your voting or order history and any confirmation emails you received. If you still can’t match the charge, provide the date, amount, and card type to the support team via the site’s support/contact page so they can look it up for you. ([americasfavpet.com](https://americasfavpet.com/?utm_source=openai))

Could the America’s Favorite Pet charge be from someone else using my card?

Yes. Because anyone can buy paid votes for a pet’s entry using standard card checkout on americasfavpet.com, a family member or friend with access to your card details could have made the purchase. If no one recognizes the transaction, reach out to America’s Favorite Pet support with the charge details and contact your bank or card issuer to report and investigate potential unauthorized use.

How are my payments used when I buy votes in America’s Favorite Pet?

When you buy votes, part of the payment supports the designated charity partner (such as PAWS) and part covers Colossal Management’s costs and profit as a for‑profit professional fundraiser. The exact breakdown can vary by campaign, but public disclosures and impact reports show significant grant amounts directed to partner charities; you can review current details through America’s Favorite Pet and Colossal’s published materials. ([s24.q4cdn.com](https://s24.q4cdn.com/538403808/files/doc_news/2024-Impact-Report-Colossals-Ongoing-Commitment-to-Philanthropy-2024.pdf?utm_source=openai))

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