Now here’s an interesting twist on a contest: a blogger holding a contest to help herself win another contest!

In a nutshell, Shel of Auntie Thesis is holding a $50 Target gift card giveaway to encourage visitors to vote for her dog Bailey in a dog-related contest.

So, how do you enter? Vote for Bailey (details are in the blog contest entry), then comment on the entry letting Shel that you did, and you’re entered to win. Yes, it’s that easy! Good luck to anyone who enters — and to Bailey!