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Win a $1,000
Dog Tax Credit
from General Mills!
Don't miss your chance to snag one of 200 prepaid Visa® cards! Your furry friend deserves the best.

- What Is the General Mills Blue Buffalo “Love Made Fresh Dog Tax Credit” Official Rules?
- The Prizes — $200,000 in prepaid Visa® cards
- How to Enter Step by Step
- Who Can Enter — Eligibility
- Timeline & Key Dates
- Tips to Maximize Your Chances
- What Would You Do With the Prize?
- Why This Prize Is Worth Winning
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Register Now — Free Entry
What Is the General Mills Blue Buffalo “Love Made Fresh Dog Tax Credit” Official Rules?
Welcome to the General Mills Blue Buffalo “Love Made Fresh Dog Tax Credit” Sweepstakes! Here, you have the chance to win one of 200 prepaid Visa® cards valued at $1,000 each. This is a fantastic opportunity for pet owners to offset some of the costs associated with caring for their beloved dogs.
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The Prizes — $200,000 in prepaid Visa® cards
How to Enter Step by Step
- 1
Visit the Entry Page
Go to
http://www.BlueBuffaloDogTaxCredit.com to enter. - 2
Complete the Entry Form
Fill out the required information to qualify for entry.
- 3
Submit Your Entry
Hit submit and wait for the winners to be announced!
Who Can Enter — Eligibility
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | 18 years or older, residents of all 50 states and DC |
| Entry Method | Free online entry at BlueBuffaloDogTaxCredit.com |
| Entry Frequency | One-time entry |
Timeline & Key Dates
Tips to Maximize Your Chances
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Motivational Closing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Visit the entry page and fill out the form.
You must be 18 or older and a resident of the U.S.
Winners will be announced on April 20, 2026.
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startBtn.addEventListener(‘click’, function(e) {
e.preventDefault();
e.stopPropagation();
startAutoScroll();
});
}
// Click anywhere (except popup/btn) to stop scroll
document.addEventListener(‘click’, function(e) {
if (e.target.id === ‘scroll-start-btn’ || e.target.closest(‘.cta-btn’) || e.target.closest(‘.fact-popup’)) return;
if (scrolling) stopAutoScroll();
});
// ── FAQ ACCORDION ──
document.querySelectorAll(‘.faq-q’).forEach(function(btn) {
btn.addEventListener(‘click’, function() {
var item = this.closest(‘.faq-item’);
if (!item) return;
var isOpen = item.classList.contains(‘open’);
document.querySelectorAll(‘.faq-item.open’).forEach(function(el) { el.classList.remove(‘open’); });
if (!isOpen) item.classList.add(‘open’);
});
});
});
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