October 2012 Fun for Pet Lovers!

Looking for some fun, pet-themed activities in October? San Diego has a wide array of events designed for animal lovers, starting this weekend with the San Diego Pet Expo:

San Diego Pet Expo ---- Hundreds of pet product vendors will be showcased at the annual festival, which will include round-the-clock animal entertainment, speakers, pet adoptions and more. Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. October 13 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 14 Admission: $6, adults; $5, seniors; $3, juniors (6-16); free, 5 and under; $10 parking For more info check out the website at sandiegopetexpo.net or download a program here.

Looking for a more exclusive  evening uptown with your well-dressed pet ? The Escondido Humane Society’s dog-friendly Tails at Twilight Gala features hosted wine and beer, delectable dining, and a lively auction benefiting the shelter.

Location:
Vintana at Lexus Escondido, 1205 Auto Park Way
Time:  5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission:  Ranging from $125 for individual tickets to $2,250 for a VIP table for 10.

Read more about the event here.

For active pets and owners who would like to support charity as well, Leash Your Fitness is holding its third annual breast cancer fund raiser on Sunday, October 14. It features a stair climbing challenge between teams of different levels formed for easy, moderate and all out climbing followed by a relaxing yoga stretch. Dogs are welcomed and encouraged to attend the event as are spectators. There will be a large raffle of some great prizes and homemade doggy and human treats on sale.

Location: The San Diego Convention Center 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Time: 8:00am to 9:30am October 14
Admission:  $30 per person. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

Read more about the event here.

Looking for even more exercise? Try the iSweat4Pets™ Nature Dog Walk. This unique, dog-friendly walk will feature multiple trails for every fitness level and an exciting pet-friendly vendor village. Festivities also include a raffle drawing with multiple prizes up for grabs, and cute doggie costumes are encouraged. Sponsored by the FACE Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity that provides financial assistance for San Diego pets in need of life-saving veterinary care.

Location:  San Dieguito County ParkTime: Saturday, October 27th from 10am-1pm
Admission: Varies from $35 to $1,000 depending on level of sponsorship desired.

Read more about the event here.

On October 28, that Kiwanis Club of Ocean Beach will hold its Seventh Annual Ocean Beach Canine Carnival. It’s a free party for the dog-loving community featuring games, costume prizes, and a doggie costume parade plus food and a street fair with goodies for pets and people.

Location: Dusty Rhodes Park – west side across from Robb Field
(Sunset Cliffs Blvd. at Nimitz Blvd.)
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Admission:  Admission to the canine carnival is free, but dogs must register to take part in the contest/parade. Registration fee: $7 for a single dog, $10 for groups of dogs, $10 for floats

Read more about the event here.

For more information call 619-225-8705, or e-mail oceanbeachkiwanis@gmail.com

Of course, there will be many Halloween-themed celebrations throughout San Diego with pet costume contests and parades. Click the links for dates and more information:

Muttropolis is holding a costume contest at each store location (Solana Beach, Newport Beach, La Jolla);
Seaport Village welcomes pets to its second annual Halloween Bash on the Bay;
The Hornblower will host its 4th Annual Bow Wow Brunch Cruise and Halloween Dog Costume Contest;

Check out even more pet events listed at the San Diego Dog Training Blog's events calendar. 

If your pet-friendly event isn't listed, feel free to email details to sdfurrypeople@gmail.com

Happy October!