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May 3, 2018

29th Annual Pet Expo In Costa Mesa

Adoptions for even rabbits were available at the expo

And a bird show enticed crowds to learn more about the birds of prey.

Various Cat Litters like Neon, was on sale at fair prices.

As well as bags of cat and dog food for people to try for their four legged friends.

The spokesdog for “Lucy” Pet Products poised for photos.

As well as the spokescat who rode around in a pet stroller for safety

And the donkey sanctuary had information for all.

4 year old turtle siblings showed the difference in their sizes.

And the largest St Bernard allowed people to see at the expo.

Blue Buffalo dog food gave free samples for a small dollar donation.

And vendors like American Mutt sold handcrafted apparel custom made for the occasion.

Small parakeets stared off in the center.

And handicapped birds, showed that they can also be happy and healthy with special care

There were even new additions with 6 week old puppies at the breed booths to educate on the various breeds of dogs.

And Kost 103.5 played music for the event.

New this year, in the aquatic experience, spectators could gently touch starfish as well as sharks in the touch tank.

And Preston Speaks make his appearance in one of the halls as people saw the dog that is becoming an internet sensation.

Dogs made a splash in the popular Splash dogs.

And household cats were shown inside at the annual cat show.

March 31, 2015

The Gentle Barn: A Safe Haven for Animals Big and Small

Founded in 1999 by Ellie Laks, the Gentle Barn, located off the Sierra Highway in Santa Clarita, Calif. and is home to a variety of animals including Horses, Cows, Goats, Chickens, Turkeys, Pigs and many more. Her mission is to provide for, protect and rehabilitate animals who need special love and attention as well as to “teach people kindness and compassion to animals, each other and our planet.”

Celebrating over 15 years of love and protection, the gentle barn gives back to its community by allowing people to pet the animals.

The goats are especially loving of the attention that children give it.

Pigs stay cool in their little houses while enjoying the strokes of affection.

Cuddles Clare enjoys people’s love in the coolness of the shade.

This peacock as had enough as it retreats for cover.

Several horses live out their lives here as people fawn over them and show their affection with love and carrots.

Founder Ellie Laks says, “You haven’t lived until you’ve hugged a cow.”

The barn is open to the public Sundays from 10-2 and for a small donation, residents of all ages can see the animals and begin the healing process as they show love through stroking a chicken and hugging a cow.

For more information about Ellie Laks and Her Gentle Barn, click here.

February 28, 2015

Pet Expo 2015 in Pomona

Hosted this year in Pomona by media sponsor Pet Life Radio , the So Cal Pet Expo welcomed all types of animals over the course of two days on February 21 and 22 as people roamed the fairgrounds looking for a variety of pet services and needs for their furry friends. There were local animal hospitals that offered free nail trims and low cost vaccines as well as homemade dog food. In addition, local authors came out to promote books such as, Cat Calls, about the adventures of the pet sitting business in addition to a dog behavior book called Bark and Lunge.

Watch the video below to see and hear more about what was attracting pet lovers to this year’s expo and the entertainment that kept them happy.

May 3, 2014

Pet Expo 2014 in Costa Mesa, Calif.

On the last weekend of April, So Cal Residents came out to the America’s Family Pet Expo, the largest Expo dedicated to all types of animals located in Costa Mesa Calif. There was nearly every breed of dog, including Chihuahuas, Great Danes, Collies and even the American Pitbull breed and residents could learn just a little bit more about their favorite breed. Leading up the largest pet adoption weekend, there were also local shelters and groups offering an opportunity to adopt one or more of the dogs or cats. In addition to dogs and cats, there was also a variety of donkeys, llamas, alpacas, reptiles of all shapes and sizes, brightly colored birds and even Baxter the potbelly pig, who made his appearance known at the Expo.

Watch the video below to see more of the exhibits at the largest expo in So Cal and remember to comment below.

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