FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OSBORNE/JENKS PRODUCTIONS, INC.
KATHY BARNAS, 860-563-2111 EXT. 310

HARTFORD, CT – The 16th Annual Connecticut Pet Show, sponsored by PETCO, the PETCO Foundation and the CT Humane Society, opens October 27th and 28th, 2007 at the Connecticut Expo Center.  Hundreds of exhibitors are expected offering a wild weekend filled with animal entertainment and information plus pet products and services. 
The Connecticut Pet Show, features The AKC Parade of Purebred Dogs presented by the South Windsor Kennel Club and area clubs with over 150 purebred dogs on display, The International Cat Association Cat Show (TICA), with over 100 breeds of exotic and domestic purebred cats, The Rare and Ancient Dog Breed Show, featuring rare and AKC breeds in a live dog show competition, Lil’ Folk Farm pony rides, K9 Frisbee Dogs & K9 Musical Dance Shows, Bwana Jim’s Alligator & Reptile Show, Safari animal rides, Eccentripet’s Pet Fashion Show featuring Wiggles Dog Wigs, plus over 125 vendors offering unique, one of a kind pet products and services and much more.
Meet Rachel Lutzker Sunday from 11am to 1pm.  Rachel hosts 105.9 The River’s “Accoustic After Dark”.  Register to win $1000 Behavioral and Educational Package from “A Canine Behaviorist” Dr. Elissa M. Edson, PhD., “The Dog Doctor”.
Numerous local and national rescue leagues, breed clubs and shelters will be on hand with information on dogs and cats available for adoption.  Well-trained and socialized pets are invited to attend. 
In addition to our exciting features, the Connecticut Pet Show offers the pet loving public an opportunity to learn more about responsible pet ownership and the care of your beloved pets, with exhibits for pet sitting, grooming, a wide variety of pet foods, boarding, training and health concerns.  You can also shop for collars & leashes, bedding, clothing for pets and people, gifts and decorative accessories and a whole lot more! 
The 16th Annual Connecticut Pet Show is produced by Osborne/Jenks Productions, Inc. and runs October 27th and 28th, 2007.  Show hours are Saturday and Sunday 11 am to 6 pm.  Tickets are available at the door.  Bring one or more non-perishable dog/cat food items and get $1.00 off an adult admission price.  All proceeds go to Helping Paws Animal Shelter for distribution to area shelters and rescue operations. Visit our website at www.osbornejenks.com for more details, floor plans, show lists and the latest info on show events, entertainment and guest celebrities.
Osborne/Jenks Productions, Inc. has more than 28 years experience with exhibitions and trade shows and currently produces 22shows a year in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and New York.

 

UPCOMING PET SHOWS

15th Annual Rhode Island Pet Show
March 8-9, 2008
Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, RI

17th Annual Connecticut Pet Show
October 25-26, 2008
Connecticut Expo Center, Hartford, CT