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• WELCOME •Welcome to the 2017 Vegas Pet Expo™, held indoors at the beautiful World Market Center in Pavilion 2. Our pets, and so many other animals in this world we share, play meaningful, signifi cant, and cherished roles in our lives.Our goal with this event is not only to edu-cate and inspire the Vegas pet community, but to create an environment in which all people and all pets are welcomed without judgment.During this weekend’s event, you’ll have an opportunity to discover wonderful resources for the benefi t of your furry, feathered, and scaly friends. From adoption and activism to artisan pet products and homemade or-ganic pet treats, there are many reputable organizations and companies available. They can provide you with the tools and in-formation that you need in order to be the best possible companion to your pet. Don’t forget to check out the variety of non-profi t organizations in need of recognition, dona-tions, volunteers, and most importantly, lov-ing and committed homes for very deserv-ing animals.You’ll also want to make sure that you don’t miss our featured presentations on the En-tertainment Stage, K9-Allure Lure Course, Vegas Velocity Activity Flyball, Zippy Safari Kids Area, Get Rattled! Creature Feature, myBird Bird Area and the Petfi nder™ Me-ga-Adoption Area.

Amazing Pet Expos, producers of the 2017 Vegas Pet Expo is based in St. Louis, Missouri, and boasts a staff of passionate animal lovers. On any given day, you’ll fi nd us hard at work with our furry assistants -- who usually aren’t quite as helpful as they think.With a staff full of animal lovers, there is always an abundance of wet noses and wagging tails at work. This isn’t just anoth-er show to our staff; it is the realization of a dream to make a difference in commu-nities across the country. Each community has unique needs, so we’re always looking for feedback and input from participants and attendees. Our contact information can be found at the bottom of this page. Please feel free to let us know what you think, whether good or bad. This isn’t just our show; it’s your show too! We thank you for coming today and we hope that you en-joy your visit with us, leaving the expo with a happy heart... and maybe even a new family member.

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10:30 AM: Welcome to the 2017 Vegas Pet Expo!

11:00 AM: A Blessing of the Animals and Pet Remembrance CelebrationAnne Thomas, Pastor, Journey United Methodist ChurchOur pets - and so many other an-imals in this world we share - play significant, meaningful and cher-ished roles in our lives. Please join us for a very special moment which celebrates the emotional bond we share with our animal friends and honors the precious memories we have with those who’ve passed on. Please respect all participants as we celebrate the animals who’ve touched us and the pets we’ve loved and lost. All creatures are welcome, and those attending with-out pets are encouraged to bring photos or keepsakes.

11:30 AM: Creating Peace with PawsMs. Sheila Burroughs, Founder, Peace Pawz FoundationIt is pretty well known that our pets offer a great source of uncondition-al love and understanding in times of loneliness and sadness. Those who have experienced a certain amount of trauma and those with in need of mental comfort can benefit greatly from having this unlimit-ed source of compassion from a therapy animal. Numerous services and therapy animals are joined with humans in need thanks to ad-vocacy, education, and the efforts

of organizations across the nation. Learn how you can help Peace Pawz foundation bring peace into as many people’s lives and homes as possible!

12:00 PM: The Petfinder.com™ Adoptable Parade of Rescue PetsTry not to squeal with delight as our various rescue groups parade around the stage with some of their select pets in need of forever homes! Rescue group represen-tatives will also be available to provide information on adopting a new pet companion. Adopt, don’t shop!

12:30 PM: An Open Q&A Panel With Vegas’ Most Knowledge-able Pet ExpertsRoyal Marine Sergeant ‘Pen’ Far-thing, Founder, Nowzad Dogs (sav-ing strays, dismantling dog fighting rings, trap-neuter-vaccinate-return (TNVR), keeping soldiers and pets together)Skye Marsh, Vice President, Southwest Exotic Avian Rescue (avian education, working with and training birds, proper avian care, grooming feathered friends)Kobbe Shaw, Executive Director, Tortoise Group (legal adoption of desert tortoises, habitat consul-tation, desert tortoise advocacy, tortoise education)Tammie McNeil, President, Golden Retriever Rescue Southern Ne-vada (rescue work, pet fostering, finding forever homes, working to end euthanasia of healthy, adopt-able pets)

For most of us, it’s a given that our pet companions are so much more than mere “best friends”, they’re beloved family members, trusted

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confidantes, weekend workout partners, give us a sense of pur-pose, and - most importantly - offer unconditional love. Regardless of what type of pet you share your life with, pet parenting comes with its share of challenges. Taking the best care of - and sharing a happy home with - our pets requires knowledge and understanding. Come prepared to ask away as Vegas Pet Expo’s most knowledge-able pet experts answer your most pressing animal-related questions.

1:30 PM: Pet/Guardian Musical Chair CompetitionMusical Chairs is a doggy varia-tion of the classic children’s game. Music plays as handlers walk with their dog’s off-leash counter-clock-wise around a rectangular area. A line of chairs (with alternating chairs facing in opposite direction) runs down the center of the rect-angle. When the music stops, the handlers instruct their dogs to sit by verbal request and hand signal only (i.e., without touching them) and rush to sit on a vacant chair in the center of the rectangle. Last dog (and owner) sitting wins!

2:00 PM: Pet First Aid: How to Respond in an Emergency Situ-ationShawn Caudle, DVM, Durango Animal HospitalWould you know what to do if your dog suddenly choked on a bone, or if you came home to find your cat unresponsive? As awful as these scenarios sound, they happen ev-erywhere. Knowing how to respond in an emergency, and having a working knowledge of basic pet first aid dramatically increases the chances of saving your pet’s life in an emergency. Learning these

skills will keep your mind and ease and prepared for nearly anything!


3:00 PM: Animals Got Talent!™ Pet Talent Contest Does your pet have an amazing talent? Of course, they do! Then it’s a good thing that bragging rights are up for grabs because this is your pet’s chance to show off and awe us all with their mad skills! Animals Got Talent!™ Pet Talent Contest consists of three cate-gories: “best trick overall”, “most creative trick”, and “silliest trick”. Audience applause will determine the winner of a fabulous prize!

3:30 PM: One Dog at a Time: Saving the Strays of AfghanistanRoyal Marine Sergeant ‘Pen’ Far-thing, Founder, Nowzad DogsTen years ago, 42 Royal Marines arrived in the war torn town of Now Zad, in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan. Their mission? To provide stability for the local people during a period of ever-decreasing security. However, it didn’t take long for these Marines to realize that it wasn’t only the local people who needed their help; Now Zad was full of unwanted, abused and uncared-for strays who often found themselves on the wrong end of local dog fighting rings. Breaking

up an organized dog fight right outside their remote compound inspired the international charity to form and make a difference for animals in Afghanistan. Given the name “Nowzad,” Farthing’s new four-legged friend served as a source of companionship and sup-port when he needed it most; the thought of leaving Nowzad behind was unconscionable. As you learn more about war’s most voiceless and unintentional victims, you’ll be transfixed by the remarkable stories which led to the creation of Nowzad Dogs and understand why CNN designated Pen Farthing as their 2014 “Hero of the Year.” Farthing’s best-selling book, One Dog at a Time: Saving the Strays of Afghanistan (St. Martin’s Press, 2012) is the gripping account of one man’s courage and humanity and his fight to make a difference in the most hostile and dangerous environments, one dog at a time.

4:15 PM: The Biggest, Baddest, Bestest Pet Costume Contest Evah!Pet supermodels sashaying their costumed selves on the Pet Expo’s (err, very makeshift) catwalk? Um, yes please, and we’ll take a second serving too, thankyouvery-much! Show off your pet dressed in their costumed best for the super popular Pet Costume Contest! Any pet is welcome to participate, whether they’re canine, feline, porcupine, or just simply divine. There’s just one itsy bitsy teeny tiny caveat: to be eligible to win, your pet must wear a costume. Audience applause will deter-mine first, second, and third-place winners. You can be confident that we’ve had extensive totally-scien-tific training in judging these types

of things and can quickly identify audience enthusiasm down to a single clap too. To enter, bring your pet to the stage by 4:00 PM and be ready to work, sashay, shante!

MAIN STAGESunday, February 12th, 2017

11:30AM: Welcome to the 2017 Vegas Pet Expo!

12:00 PM: A Blessing of the Animals and Pet Remembrance CelebrationAnne Thomas, Pastor, Journey United Methodist ChurchOur pets - and so many other an-imals in this world we share - play significant, meaningful and cher-ished roles in our lives. Please join us for a very special moment which celebrates the emotional bond we share with our animal friends and honors the precious memories we have with those who’ve passed on. Please respect all participants as we celebrate the animals who’ve touched us and the pets we’ve loved and lost. All creatures are welcome, and those attending with-out pets are encouraged to bring photos or keepsakes.


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able Pet ExpertsRoyal Marine Sergeant ‘Pen’ Far-thing, Founder, Nowzad Dogs (sav-ing strays, dismantling dog fighting rings, trap-neuter-vaccinate-return (TNVR), keeping soldiers and pets together)Skye Marsh, Vice President, Southwest Exotic Avian Rescue (avian education, working with and training birds, proper avian care, grooming feathered friends)Kobbe Shaw, Executive Director, Tortoise Group (legal adoption of desert tortoises, habitat consul-tation, desert tortoise advocacy, tortoise education)Tammie McNeil, President, Golden Retriever Rescue Southern Ne-vada (rescue work, pet fostering, finding forever homes, working to end euthanasia of healthy, adopt-able pets)

For most of us, it’s a given that our pet companions are so much more than mere “best friends”, they’re beloved family members, trusted confidantes, weekend workout partners, give us a sense of pur-pose, and - most importantly - offer unconditional love. Regardless of what type of pet you share your life with, pet parenting comes with its share of challenges. Taking the best care of - and sharing a happy home with - our pets requires knowledge and understanding. Come prepared to ask away as Vegas Pet Expo’s most knowledge-able pet experts answer your most pressing animal-related questions.

2:00 PM: Animals Got Talent!™ Pet Talent ContestDoes your pet have an amazing talent? Of course, they do! Then it’s a good thing that bragging rights are up for grabs because this

is your pet’s chance to show off and awe us all with their mad skills! Animals Got Talent!™ Pet Talent Contest consists of three cate-gories: “best trick overall”, “most creative trick”, and “silliest trick”. Audience applause will determine the winner of a fabulous prize!

2:30 PM: One Dog at a Time: Saving the Strays of AfghanistanRoyal Marine Sergeant ‘Pen’ Far-thing, Founder, Nowzad DogsTen years ago, 42 Royal Marines arrived in the war torn town of Now Zad, in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan. Their mission? To provide stability for the local people during a period of ever-decreasing security. However, it didn’t take long for these Marines to realize that it wasn’t only the local people who needed their help; Now Zad was full of unwanted, abused and uncared-for strays who often found themselves on the wrong end of local dog fighting rings. Breaking up an organized dog fight right outside their remote compound inspired the international charity to form and make a difference for animals in Afghanistan. Given the name “Nowzad,” Farthing’s new four-legged friend served as a source of companionship and sup-port when he needed it most; the thought of leaving Nowzad behind was unconscionable. As you learn more about war’s most voiceless and unintentional victims, you’ll be transfixed by the remarkable stories which led to the creation of Nowzad Dogs and understand why CNN designated Pen Farthing as their 2014 “Hero of the Year.” Farthing’s best-selling book, One Dog at a Time: Saving the Strays of Afghanistan (St. Martin’s Press, 2012) is the gripping account of

one man’s courage and humanity and his fight to make a difference in the most hostile and dangerous environments, one dog at a time.

3:15 PM: The Biggest, Baddest, Bestest Pet Costume Contest Evah!Pet supermodels sashaying their costumed selves on the Pet Expo’s (err, very makeshift) catwalk? Um, yes please, and we’ll take a second serving too, thankyouvery-much! Show off your pet dressed in their costumed best for the super popular Pet Costume Contest! Any pet is welcome to participate, whether they’re canine, feline, porcupine, or just simply divine. There’s just one itsy bitsy teeny tiny caveat: to be eligible to win, your pet must wear a costume. Audience applause will deter-mine first, second, and third-place winners. You can be confident that we’ve had extensive totally-scien-tific training in judging these types of things and can quickly identify audience enthusiasm down to a single clap too. To enter, bring your pet to the stage by 3:00 PM and be ready to work, sashay, shante!

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Saturday, February 11th, 2017All day, 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Sunday, February 12th, 2017All day, 11:00AM to 4:00PM

Birds are a wonderful choice as a pet, and can be a loving compan-ion for years. Many people can be apprehensive to adopting a bird because of simple behavior issues. Proper care for your feathered

friend drastically influences their attitude and temperament and can form a beautiful friendship for years to come! Join the community of bird lovers while they show their amazing animals and provide tips and advice for raising your very own pet bird. Take this opportunity to get up close to some amazing avian creatures and learn about their many habits, dietary needs, and much more!

CREATURE FEATUREProvided by Get Rattled!

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Furry friends, creepy crawlers and scaley squigglers 101! Tons of folks think that reptiles and invertebrates make super cool pet companions and, as a result, these incredible creatures continue to grow in popularity. Sadly, many prospective pet parents have no idea which of these magnificent creatures would make the best fit for their lifestyle or family, leaving millions of animals misunderstood and mistreated right from the start. Learning about the natural history, safe handling, and proper captive care of these beautiful creatures is the key to ensuring that our friends thrive as they should. Get Rattled! works to spread the word that not only are reptiles great pets, but they need to be respected in the wild. Learn how to properly handle snake encounters and join them as they share some fun facts and fas-cinating stories about the amazing animals in their care.

LURE COURSEK-9 Allure

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Racing across a grassy course with the wind in their face, free as a bird, and a “lure” just within reach? It doesn’t get much better than that, folks! Lure coursing is a sport for dogs (and even the occasional kitty!) which involves chasing an exciting mechanical “lure” that jerks, jumps, wiggles, and turns on a dime, much like those elusive squirrels and rabbits that somehow (luckily) always manage to get away. So any pet who enjoys an exciting game of “Chase,” regardless of age, ability, handicap, size, or skill, is welcome to give the Lure Course a try! The sport of lure coursing is rapidly increasing in popularity, and once you’ve taken a gander at this game in action, you’ll see exactly why. This is a very popular feature, so those whose pooch (or courageous cat) would love a chance to give it a go, should make their way right over to the course and sign up - All runs only $5!

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Saturday, February 11th, 2017 10:30, 12:30, 2:30, 4:30

Sunday, February 12th, 201711:30, 1:00, 3:00

Flyball is a relay race between two teams of four dogs. The teams race against each other from a start/finish line, over a line of hurdles, to a box that releases a tennis ball to be caught when the dog presses the spring loaded pad, then back to their handlers while carrying the ball. It is a sport for all dogs, regardless of their breed, shape or size and an active way to interact with one’s dog and other dog enthusiasts in an environment that is fun while allowing the dogs exercise and enjoyment.. Vegas Velocity Flyball Team is all about enjoying a fun sport where you can spend quality time with your canine buddy, have a good time and meet some great people.

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Lions, tigers, and bears! Oh my! Stop by the Kids Area provided by Zippy Safari and take your turn rid-ing their super fun, animal scoot-ers. Take a break from shopping and ride around the rink on your favorite animal! This activity is fun for all ages and of course fun for the entire family.It’s only $5 for 10 minutes $10 for 20 minutes!

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