THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS comes out in theaters everywhere on July 8! We have been counting down the days to this film. We’re big pet lovers so we’re already getting such a kick out of it!
For their fifth fully-animated feature-film collaboration, Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures present The Secret Life of Pets, a comedy about the lives our pets lead after we leave for work or school each day.
Comedy superstars Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet and Kevin Hart make their animated feature-film debuts in The Secret Life of Pets, which co-stars Ellie Kemper, Lake Bell, Jenny Slate, Bobby Moynihan, Hannibal Buress, Dana Carvey, Steve Coogan and Albert Brooks. Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and his longtime collaborator Janet Healy produce the film directed by Chris Renaud (Despicable Me, Despicable Me 2), co-directed by Yarrow Cheney and written by Brian Lynch and Cinco Paul & Ken Daurio.
The Secret Life Of Pets – Meet the Characters
Just from the trailers, we’ve already fallen in love with these hilarious, sweet animals.
This is Buddy and I can totally see my dog doing this.
I know Pops is going to be a favorite character!
Max reminds me of my dog, Sam, too. He’s ALWAYS by my side! And Chloe reminds me of my cat, Patches. Little Diva that she is! Here are a couple other favorites:
The Secret Life of Pets – Meet Mel
The Secret Life of Pets – Meet Sweet Pea
New PetMOJI App
This is so fun! Download the new PetMOJI app to create an emoji of your favorite furry friend! Currently available on iOS, the app features sticker packs and a custom keyboard. Customize your own PetMOJI avatar by selecting a dog or a cat, then choosing features for your pet: a body, a snout, eyes, ears, and a tail – plus patches, patterns, and colors.
This is seriously fun to do. Just look at my dog Sam. He was made for this! (Available for iOS, Android coming soon.)
Get Your Tickets Now
THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS will be in theaters July 8 and you can make your plans to go see if now! Tickets are available to purchase on Fandango.
The Giveaway
The generous folks at THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS have provided me with a fun prize pack and are giving one of the same packs to one of my readers!
One (1) winner receives:
- $25 PetSmart gift card
- T-Shirt, Tennis Ball, Buttons, and Key Chain
This giveaway is open to US residents ages 18+ and will end at 11:59pm ET on Friday July 8. Good luck, and don’t forget to mark your summer calendars for July 8. This is going to be SO good! You can follow THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Tabitha Dillard says
This would be great to win. I am a huge animal lover.
latanya says
we do not have pets
Jeanna says
We have a 1yr old YorkiePoo dog named Sammi!
Jessica To says
We just had two kittens show up at our house today. My son was so excited.
shelly peterson says
We do not have pets but my daughter recently got a cute cat.
Julie Wood says
I have a dachshund girl dog named Chloe. She is so funny and likes to be with me all the time!
Lauren says
We do not have pets, but I want to see this movie!
Elena says
I have two dogs and two cats. I adopted them all from our local animal shelter
Maralea says
We don’t have any pets, however, we have 3 lovable granddogs that are pretty precious!
Sarah Sobocinski says
We have a mini dachshund who just turned 11 and we will be getting a pug puppy this weekend.
Julie says
We have 2 cats, 1 dog, 7 goats and more rabbits than I can count!
Cheryl B says
I have two adorable furbabies, Zoe and Snuffles.
Kim Henrichs says
We just lost our dog to kidney failure, but have five beautiful rescue kitties!
Jenny S says
I have a handsome English bulldog son. He is spoiled rotten and loves to snuggle and go on rides to Dairy Queen.
tammy says
I have seven cats
Brenda Haines says
Oh my goodness, where do I start? lol We have 32 chickens, 2 goats and 1 rooster who are very friendly. 3 Basset Hounds named Snoopy, Mazzy and Buffy who think they own the place. And my poor cat Chewy just got 2 new “friends”, we picked up 2 maine coon kittens (Atticus and Scout) on Monday and she’s not very happy. She’s never liked other cats much. But that’s our brood 🙂
Thomas Murphy says
I have a black lab named Jack.
Keri Justice says
Yes I have 3 dogs. Ollie, Lucy, and PJ. All small breed dogs.
Mary W says
We have an old animal home – 4 dogs between 11 and 14 and 3 cats between 10 and 12. All are rescues who get along great and have found their furever home.
Sheryl says
My son has a 1 yr old lab/hound mix named Probie. He is a rescue that I saw on an internet site called Hope For Hannah.
patricia caradonna says
Yes, I have a sweet girl Josie the chiwawa and a cat named Aggie.
Joyce says
Would love to win this! My boys can’t wait to see the movie! We just got a puppy in February he is now 7 months old, he is such a great addition to our family!
Karen R says
We have four cats and one dog who thinks he is a cat. They get along great. I’ve wondered what they do when they are left alone at home.
Carla D. says
No, I do not have any pets. Not allowed to have them where I live. Really sucks.
jung Park says
we have 3 dogs
Patricia Wojnar Crowley says
I have a cat and a chihuahua. They love to chase each other all over the house at night.
Susan P. says
I have 2 brother grey tabby cats named Kit and Caboodle. They are very intelligent, loving and have different personalities. They both love to catch lizards on the back porch and any bugs that come into the house from the porch. They also love their toys and play fetch.
G K says
I have two German Shepherds and two birds. They’re a crazy, lovable bunch.
Jenn Park says
We do not have pets, but if I won – I’d either get a fish OR spoil my cousin’s dog with the gift card.
Kristen says
We have a playful terrier mutt who is a good watchdog.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
I Have 3 Dog’s. Sion Is My Oldest Dog He Is Very Sweet, Rascal Is My Middle Dog He Is A Pom Mix He Is My Little Guy, Zoey Is My Youngest Dog She Is Very Active.
Jennifer Rote says
We have one dog and two cats. All are rescue pets.
elizabeth miller says
We have a rescue dog named Flash that is a tall breed Sheltie and loves, loves, loves kids. He is somewhat mischievious and oddly knows just what time of day things will happen. We also have a previous guinea pig named Sweetie Belle that loves to make noises at the dog and the kids. We also have 2 fish that do the typical fish thing and swim around all day.
beth says
Until very recently I did. She had cancer and had to be put to sleep. She was with me for 15 years and I adored her and hope she is better now. She’s a cat and very much had resting cat face.
Lauryn R says
We have an old cat named Kreacher and some fish that the kids adore. 🙂 We are planning on getting our first family puppy next month, we are so excited!
Ty says
We have 4 dogs, 2 turtles and a bunch of fish. I want a bunny and a goat now. hah!
Elle says
I have a dog and a cat, both rescues and a couple of goldfish.
Tina W says
I have 6 cats, all feral rescues that have morphed into spoiled rotten dilettantes.
Kristin Goodson says
I have four dachshunds and one cat. We rescued our dogs and we love them so much! They are a big part of our family.
Shelley Joy P says
I have a spaniel mix, terrier mix, pom mix and doxie mix 🙂 All were adopted and are great dogs. I also have 2 clever cats, fish and chinchillas.
DeAnna Keller says
Yes I have a French Bulldog named Bella, she’s 7 and we recently adopted a king charles cavalier spaniel named Pepper, who is 7 months old.
Leigh Anne Borders says
I have two dogs that I love very much! One is a mixed breed and the other is a Chihuahua
Trisha Burgess says
I have a protective but sweet dog named Cinco and a frisky, playful kitten named meow meow!
Ellie Wright says
I have two shar-peis named Paisley and Spike.
HS says
We have a dog Maji and plan to add another one soon.
chickie brewer says
My granddaughter has 3 cats and they are so much fun.. Sometimes I think she is acts like their mom.
shelly says
We used to have a cat but we can’t have pets in our apartment now.
Kelly D says
Yes, we have an orange cat named Buddy. He is very good natured.
Barbara Montag says
We have two sweet cats named Snotty and Lucy.
They are so a part of our family.
thank you
Dawn Keenan says
We have 3 cats, Oswald, Ralph and Chris, and 1 senior dog, Mr. Puddles.
Shakeia Rieux says
We have a dog named Boots
Soha Molina says
I have a cat named Twinkle.
Sarah Hall says
We have a grandpuppy named Walter who is a Jack Russell and beagle mix.
Noreen says
We currently have two cute parakeets
Allison Swain says
I have an amazon parrot! She is the sweetest thing. She is so funny and she is very playful.
Thanks for the chance to win
Jennifer Marie says
We have a cat named Silvie. We also have goldfish in our backyard pond.
bridget paz says
No pets currently. But planning on getting a dog soon.
Natalie says
I have a large goldendoodle named Miles.
Amanda B says
We just got a new Golden Retriever puppy that we named Tank. He lives up to his name and leaves a path of destruction in his wake. When he calms down he loves to sit on laps and cuddle.
Kris I. says
we have two german shepherds and two cats!
Chelsea m says
I have two chihuahua mixes Morsal and Chewy. Chewy is very energetic and thin. Morsal is very fat and old. They are like the fact odd couple of dogs.
Fred Holmes says
I have 2 dogs & 2 cats. It’s a house of fur fun.
kelly grant says
Yes we do. We have kitten’s
Susan Christy says
I have a sweet terrier that loves everyone and pays attention to what I say. And a chihuahua that is the complete opposite! Love them both.
Laura says
We love our dogs! ?
Cynthia R says
I have three cats, they are funny, all with their own personalities. They make me smile every day.
Steve Weber says
I’ve got a dog.. she’s a chug and the joy of my life.
tiffany dayton says
We have a Boxer named Bo and a yr. old puppy who is a Terrier mix, named Kosher Pickle. 3 cats named Bookie,Bubbles and Kimmie. And fish.
Betty B. says
I have siberian husky named keira, cat who’s name is kit-kat and 2 chinchillas their names are rocky & dusty.
amanda whitley says
i have 4 trouble making cats lol