Hundreds of pet lovers from across the region are gearing up to take part in this year’s “Pet Fair” as hosted by the Central Pennsylvania Humane Society.
The event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 12 at Legion Park in Hollidaysburg from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The fair will feature entertainment, information, food and music.
Fair organizers say the event will be “fun for the entire family” and will include: a pet show, silly pet trick competition, obedience demonstrations, breed rescue information booths, an “Ask the Vet” area, a special bake sale of homemade goods, valuable door prizes and silent auction items, a 50/50 and chicken barbecue from DelGrosso’s.
Dinners are $7 each and must be ordered and paid for in advance. They include: chicken, roll, barbecue beans and “famous” DelGrosso potato salad.
Dinner tickets may be purchased at Thompson Pharmacy located on Chestnut Ave., Altoona, Chris’ Hallmark located in the Pleasant Valley Shopping Center, Captain’s Quarter’s Barber & Styling Shop located at 1608 Broadway, Juniata , VIP Pet & Aquarium on Logan Blvd., Baronner’s Farm Market in Hollidaysburg, Rustic Furniture in Lakemont, the CPHS shelter at 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona and the CPHS Thrift Shop on the corner of Kettle St. and E. Pleasant Valley Blvd.
Other food, including hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips and soft drinks will also be available for purchase on site.
Again this year will be a special attraction for the kids, a “Big Bouncy” inflatable building that children can enter and safely jump around on the air-supported structure. Also featured will be a dog obedience demonstration by Lois Fogle.
The event will also involve special appearances by local media celebrities such as Steve “Frogman” Kelsey from WFGY radio and local TV personalities.
Fairgoers are encouraged to bring their pets; however, dogs must be on leashes or restrained in a comfortable fashion, and cats should be in appropriate carriers.
All animals are welcome to enter the “Pet Show” competition, which will feature prize ribbons awarded in numerous categories. Entry forms are found in the Pet Fair pamphlets found at local veterinary offices and the CPHS shelter and Thrift Shop.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the homeless animals at the Central Pennsylvania Humane Society shelter located at 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd. in Altoona.
The event will be held rain or shine, according to CPHS officials.
For more information, call 942-5402 or 942-2477. Please note that the shelter will be closed to the public on the day of the event so employees may attend.
