Amazing Pet Expos

Vegas Pet Expo is TODAY (2/9) #amazingpetexpo

Written by Rachel Phelps

Our Booth

Be sure to visit the DogTipper/Preston Speaks/CatTipper booth at this show (booth 312) ! We some super giveaways  (an awesome pet bed and seven  year supplies of dog food).  We  will also be speaking that afternoon about ways to save money when you travel with your dog!

Celebrity Spotting

  • Continuing his crusade to rescue Rovers who have been wrongfully discriminated against, Pit Boss star Shorty Rossi– and his faithful canine companion, Hercules– will discuss his passion for helping Pit Bulls and will pose for pictures and sign autographs in support of Shorty’s Charities.
  • Sharing his two decades of experience in animal behavior, celebrity pet expert Harrison Forbes will host a Q&A session.

Activities

  • Talented tail-waggers will wow the crown with a display of their dexterity at the agility course demonstration, which includes a question and answer session and the chance for one lucky dog in the audience to test the course’s weave poles, teeters and tires.
  • Dogs in disguises will vie for first prize in the Pet Costume Contest.
  • Spots can show off their skills in the Pet Talent Contest.
  • How well do you know tunes about our tail-wagging chums? Step up to the mic for a chance to win a year’s supply of Natural Balance dog food.
  • If your canine loves to give kisses, sign up for the search for America’s Smoochiest Pooch.
  • Find out who will be the ‘wiener’ as the fleet feet of tiny Fidos race toward the finish line in the Doxy Derby as the canines compete for the benefit of the Las Vegas Hot-Diggity Dachshund CLub and Rescue.
  • A happening with heart, adorable adoptables from the following rescue organizations will have the chance to find forever families to love at the expo:
  • Adopt A Pet Rescue
  • All Fur Love Animal Society
  • Animal Foundation, The
  • Boxers and Buddies
  • Doggie Protective Services
  • German Shepherd Rescue Las Vegas
  • Happy Home Animal Sanctuary
  • Homeward Bound Cats
  • Incred-a-Bull
  • Las Vegas Bulldog Club, Inc
  • Las Vegas Hot Diggity Dachshund Club & Rescue
  • Las Vegas Labrador Rescue
  • Las Vegas Valley Humane Society
  • On My Way Home Dachshund
  • Paws 4 Love Pet Rescue
  • Shetland Sheepdog Club of Southern Nevada
  • Southern Nevada Beagle Rescue Foundation
  • Southern Nevada Bully Breed Rescue
  • Southern Nevada Pug Rescue
  • Those Left Behind Foundation
  • Tortoise Group
  • Valley View Ranch Equine Rescue
  • Windys Rescue
  • A pet-friendly event, dogs can get free nail trims and discounted vaccinations, microchipping and heartworm and flea preventatives.
  • Attendees can shop for their Spot at an array of vendor booths brimming with pet-related products.

Admission: Free

When: February 9, 2013 from 10 a.m – 6 p.m.

Where: Cashman Center at 850 Las Vegas Boulevard in Las Vegas

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About the author

Rachel Phelps

Rachel Phelps, “America’s Pet Parent,” is an award-winning writer, photographer, and certified dog trainer. She keeps busy managing the career of her Internet celebrity dog Preston from Preston Speaks. Her three Westies — who think they are mini-humans — and three cats rule the house. To learn more about Rachel go to: Rachel Phelps Website

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