Pet Fest 2019

Grab your leashes because it’s time again for Pet Fest! WJBC is teaming up with State Farm, My Loveable Angels and Canine Classic Spa and Resort to bring Pet Fest to the Corn Crib!

Pet Fest 2019
Saturday, September 14th
10am – 2pm
The Corn Crib in Normal

Adoptable pets will be available with our participating shelters including My Loveable Angels, Wishbone Canine Rescue and Ruby’s Rescue and Retreat!

Bring your pets for a day of visiting with local businesses, sampling products, learning tips and tricks for training your pets, and more.

These local animal shelters will have adoptable animals:

Don’t miss out on these demonstrations:

  • 10:30am – Arson Dogs with State Farm
  • 11:15am – Normal Police Department K-9 Unit
  • 12:00pm – Dog Bite Prevention with State Farm
  • 12:45pm – Service Dog Training with Tina Zimmerman of Manestream Training
  • 1:30pm – Arson Dogs with State Farm

Our participating vendors include:

For safety reason, all pets in attendance must be vaccinated. We ask that you be mindful of all those around you at Pet Fest to keep the event enjoyable for everyone. Please be aware of how your pet behaves around strangers and other animals. Leashes must be no longer than 6 feet, no retractable leashes will be allowed. Owners are responsible for picking up after their pets.

 

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