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Pet Expo is Ireland’s only dedicated consumer Pet Exhibitions featuring everything that is relevant to the ownership of the family pet.
Now in its 4th year, Pet Expo 2010 returns to the RDS, Dublin, as a 3-day consumer show open to the animal loving public with a wider variety of pets, pet products, service providers, entertainers, clubs and organisations that cater to pets.
Pet Expo has moved to summer show dates and we are pleased to announce that Pet Expo 2010 will be taking place on Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th July 2010. We believe that this change in timing of Ireland’s premiere event for the nation’s Pet Lovers, will add more outdoor activities and allow Dog Owners to bring along their dog and participate in more interactive activities.
Pet Expo 2010 will again feature the very best trained dogs in the country competing in front of the general public in numerous competitions. Working dogs will be well represented with some fantastic displays and demonstrations in the new outdoor Agility Rings.
Not Just Dogs but all types of family pets will be covered, including cats, birds, equestrian, fish, reptiles and other small caged exotics,. All of these animals can be seen on-site during the show for the attendees to interactive with.
Pet Expo 2010 will be bigger and better with Dog ownership now at 1 in 4 of Irish families. Pet Expo 2010 will accommodate the needs of pet owners and enhance the pleasure and companionship of family pets.
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One of our Main Attractions for 2010 |
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Crufts Champions of Dance: Kath Hardman & Karen Sykes will be performing Heelwork to music daily in the new Outdoor Agility Ring with their talents dogs, Fly & Spice and friends. Freestyle is an excellent discipline to illustrate the conformation and movement of the dog. The reach, drive and beauty of an athletic, trained dog moving to music can take one's breath away. |
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NEW Equestrian Arena Programme
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This year there will be a designated area to the Equestrian world and all horse lovers coming to the show. For all horse lovers, this is not to be missed!
Shetland Pony Breeders Association
Come along and visit beautiful Shetland ponies named Stallion, Southernwood Tempest mare, Kerloch Vienna and foal, Carajane Déjà vu who look forward to meeting everyone at Pet Expo 2010.
Irish Draught Breeder's Association Display
This magnificent breed of working horses will parade in the Grass arena and breeders will be on hand to answer any question.
Wyanstown Miniature Horses
Daily Show team parades with:Twinkle toes, Tammy, Georgia, Taffia.
Way out Western Performance Horses’ by American Quarter Horses
Arizona cowboy Dusty Kirby and Waterford show jumping champion Jasmine bring us an amazing daily Western Riding Display. This magnificent breed of horses will Be performing synchronised riding with US & Irish Flags, in the grass arena as part of our Independence Day Celebrations On 4th July.
Ireland Horse and Pony Magazine will present interactive equestrian activities- great fun for the children – come and have a pony ride in the equestrian Arena and if you cannot ride but would like to learn then the demonstrations of Beginners riding lessons.
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Giustina Macari –Barrel Racing Enthusiast riding ‘OK Ringo Star’.
Don’t miss this exciting spectacle
The Minature Horse & Pony Society of Ireland
Meet these beautiful miniature horses (that don’t exceed 38 inches) Come along and see what fun you can have with this miniature breed – such as, driving, showing in hand, jumping and liberty.
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Ask the Vet' Clinic - Una Carroll MVB BComm of Vets Direct, will be available during Pet Expo 2010 to answer any Pet health related questions. However ,if you have any questions now,
and would like to ask them in advance, please email here
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Has your Pet got what it takes to star in our ” Pets in the City”
Competition?
Pet owners across the country are invited to enter by submitting a color photo of their Pet along |
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with a caption that describes why their dog would make it in The Pets in the city feature on the main stage at Pet Expo.Entries will be judged on the “unforgettable face” in the photo, the originality of the outfit, the caption and the appropriateness of the entry to the contest’s theme.
Every semi finalist chosen on line between June 18th and June 3oth will receive a fantastic goody bag and a picture taken on the Pet Expo Back drop, and be in the chance to win the overall Pets in the City Doggy carry case and a surprise gift for your pet.
Judging will take place at the show between 2nd and 4th July (all Pets and owners must be available on one of the days for the Pets in the city Final. |
| To enter Click here and email your entry: name, contact number, Dogs Name, Photo and caption. |
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Petchums.com ‘Best Dressed Dog’ Competition at Pet Expo 2010 2nd – 4th July, RDS Dublin |
Calling all furry fashionista’s who know how to rock a good costume! PetChums.com are delighted to announce its forthcoming ‘Best Dressed Dog Competition’ |
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The judges will be out and about each day of the show, meeting all the dogs and their owners on the day selecting the 10 most imaginative dog costumes as finalists. Judging will take place daily between 12 noon and 3.00pm. The winner will be announced at 3.30pm at the Main Entertainment Stage. Think your dog has what it takes? The judges will be looking for the most colourful and original costumes so let your creativity & humour go wild! all are welcome to strut their stuff and join in the fun, exciting prizes to be won! |
No pre-registration is required; all contestants must be current with their vaccinations and be kept on a leash at all times. |
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A strong theme behind Pet Expo 2010 is to promote responsible
pet ownership and animal welfare. The retailers, breeders,
associations and service providers at the show are there
specifically to meet the visitors, promote themselves and
answer any questions. |
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