{"id":4370,"date":"2019-10-03T15:49:38","date_gmt":"2019-10-03T15:49:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=4370"},"modified":"2019-10-03T15:49:38","modified_gmt":"2019-10-03T15:49:38","slug":"exchange-seeks-best-pet-costumes-in-halloween-photo-contest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2019\/10\/03\/exchange-seeks-best-pet-costumes-in-halloween-photo-contest\/","title":{"rendered":"Exchange Seeks Best Pet Costumes in Halloween Photo Contest"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"DALLAS \u2013 <\/strong>Is Fluffy okay with a snap-on lion\u2019s mane? Is Rover ready to don Superman\u2019s cape? Does your parakeet think it\u2019s a pterodactyl?<\/p>\n

If so, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is inviting shoppers to share photos of their pets in a Halloween Pet Costume Photo Contest for a chance to win $5,000 in Exchange gift cards.<\/p>\n

Through Oct. 31, authorized Exchange shoppers can submit a photograph of their pet dressed in their Halloween best at ShopMyExchange.com\/sweepstakes. One grand-prize winner will receive a $1,000 Exchange gift card, while eight runners-up will each receive a $500 Exchange gift card.<\/p>\n

\u201cPets have always been a beloved addition to any family, especially military families that often face unique circumstances,\u201d said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, Exchange senior enlisted advisor. \u201cThis contest is a great opportunity for families to show off their pets.\u201d<\/p>\n

No purchase is necessary to enter. Entries must include the entrant\u2019s legal first name and last name, mailing address, email address, phone number and local Exchange location. Limit one entry per person. Winners will be notified on or around Nov. 15.<\/p>\n

Facebook-friendly version<\/strong>: The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is inviting military shoppers to share photos of their pets in Halloween attire for a chance to win $5,000 in Exchange gift cards. Read more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-18u<\/a><\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 62nd<\/sup>-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.3 billion in dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs over the last 10 years. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Media Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Eric Zarate, 214-312-3830 or zarateer@aafes.com.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Twitter:\u00a0 https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

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