Pet Age Staff //January 12, 2017//
The Lehigh Valley Pet Expo returns on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, January 27-29, at the Agri-Plex at Allentown Fairgrounds. Friday night is “Family Night,” and so kids 12 and under will be admitted for free. The show continues Saturday, January 28, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. and Sunday, January 29, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Family Pet Shows are designed to educate and entertain the public about the wonderful world of pets and feature many pet vendors, educational and entertaining performances, special attractions, hands-on-petting zoo, pet adoptions and outstanding shopping for pet lovers and their pets.
The Lehigh Valley Pet Expo is expected to draw thousands of attendees over the three-day event. Over 100 vendors and many area rescue groups with adoptable pets will be on hand. Some of this year’s highlights are:
In addition, attendees can enjoy a petting zoo, pony rides, and learn about and meet alpacas and other unusual and exotic animals.
“We always highly endorse responsible pet ownership at our family and pet friendly pet expos (and) are very happy to back in Lehigh Valley in January,” said show organizer Karen Garetano of Family Pet Shows, who hosts the annual Lehigh Valley Pet Expo. “And we have added new attractions and acts to the show so attendees can expect to see many fun and entertaining animals, pet vendors, rescue groups and attractions.”
Attendees are allowed to bring their well-behaved pets to the expo. There are some regulations and restrictions, so check www.familypetshows.com or contact Family Pet Show for more details. People can also participate with their purebred dogs in our Parade of Breeds, taking place at the expo on Saturday, January 28. Check out the website for information.
The Lehigh Valley Pet Expo will be held on Friday, January 27, 4 p..m.–9 p.m.; Saturday, January 28, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; and on Sunday, January 29, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 12 and under). Those 3 and under are admitted free. You can go to the website at www.familypetshows.com to purchase tickets online. Check Family Pet Show’s Facebook page for promotional codes for the online tickets. Parking is free.
For additional information or vendor space call (631) 423-0620, email [email protected] or visit www.familypetshows.com.
There is an additional nominal charge for some attractions.