Pet lovers in Texas can take advantage of a wide range of pet events and shows.
The United States is a nation of animal lovers. According to the 2009/2010 National Pet Owners Survey, 62 percent of American households own a pet. Pet events and shows offer a chance for people to show off their pets, receive advice and services, buy discounted pet supplies and be entertained by animal acts. There are many of these events in Texas throughout the year.
Texas Pet Expo
Trick dogs perform at Texas Pet Expo.
Texas Pet Expo is an annual event held in the North Dallas area, offering services, entertainment and advice for animal lovers and pet owners. Some of the entertainers include performing birds, trick dogs, stunt dogs, reptiles, dancing birds and even a water skiing squirrel. Admission is $10 per adult, with family tickets available at $25 for a family of four. Children 5 and younger are admitted free. As of June 2010, the Texas Pet Expo does not admit family pets to the show.
Plano Centre
2000 East Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, Texas 75074
877-349-0999.
texaspetexpo.com
Birds and Pets
Many varieties of macaw are on display at Birds and Pets.
Several birds and pets shows are put on in Texas throughout the year, at different locations. The company responsible for the event is Morning Star Expositions, owned by W.D. and Jackie Brown, who kept birds for 20 years before deciding to hold their own bird shows. Visitors to Birds and Pets can buy pets, cages, toys and other supplies at reduced prices. Puppies and reptiles are also available from a wide selection of reputable breeders. Background checks are run on all breeders.
Live Oak Civic Center
8101 Pat Booker Road
Live Oak, Texas 78233
214-244-0350
birdsandpets.com
PetFest
PetFest is an annual event in Old Town Spring, Texas, and offers a variety of family-focused pet entertainment and services. It also serves as a fundraiser for rescue animals around the Houston area. Competitions, seminars, live music, pet fashion shows and a pet psychics are among the attractions. Visitors are welcome to bring their own pets and take advantage of a range of services, including microchipping, ear cleaning, nail trimming, vaccinations, massage and veterinary advice clinics. Look for Sebastian, a 6-foot-tall ferret who is the mascot of the Houston Area Ferret Association.
PetFest
123-F Midway
Old Town Spring, Texas 77373
281-528-7070
petfestoldtownspring.com
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