Many thanks to our generous sponsors!

Click here to download the Sponsor Form in PDF Format

Red Sponsors

The Rusovich Family

White Sponsors

Mosquito Control Services

Blue Sponsors

Animal Care Center
Debra Miller Yenni
Auto Title Express
Kass Bros., Inc.
West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic and House Rabbit Society
Hickory Knoll

"Stars" Sponsors

Abadie Veterinary Hospital

"Stripes" Sponsors

Rubye Noble Evans

 


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BIG RAFFLE INFO | Friends of the Jefferson Animal Shelter  |  Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter


Friends Pet Fest Events Schedule

11:00 AM

West End plays from 11AM until 12:30PM on Music Stage

  11:00 AM AKC Handling & Training and Show Grooming Instruction
 
11:30 AM

Marvelous Mutts Contest on Stage - Most Spots Contest & Biggest Ears Contest (2 separate contests)

 
11:45 AM Pet Healthcare Topic - Dr. Joe Dalgo - Canine and Feline Dental Care on Stage
 
12:00 PM

Agility Demonstration by "Deep South All Breed Obedience Club"

    Marvelous Mutts Contest  on Stage - Shortest Legs Contest & Most Unusual Markings Contest (2 separate contests)
 
12:15 PM Pet Healthcare Topic - Dr. Steve LeMarie' - Veterinary Dermatology on Stage
 
12:30 PM Marvelous Mutts Contest on Stage - Best Tail Wag Contest & Most Luxurious Coat Contest (2 separate contests)
 
12:45 PM Morris Chaisson - "Sit Means Sit" Training Demonstration on Stage
 
1:00 PM

Topcats play from 1PM until 4PM on Music Stage

  1:00 PM SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER - Mr. Aaron Broussard on Stage
  1:00 PM AKC Confirmation Match
  1:00 PM Agility Demonstration by Susan Kelly
 
1:15 PM Bill Berloni - How to make your pet a Star on Stage
 
1:30 PM

Agility Demonstration by "Deep South All Breed Obedience Club"

  1:30 PM Marvelous Mutts Contest - Pet Owner Look-Alike Contest on Stage
 
1:45 PM Spay/Neuter Talk by Southern Animal Foundation and LaSPCA on Stage
 
2:00 PM Marvelous Mutts Contest - Most Multi-Pedigreed Mutt Contest on Stage
 
2:15 PM Pet Healthcare Topic - Dr. Greg Rich - Health Care of Exotic Pets, Including Birds on Stage
 
2:30 PM

Costume Contest on Stage

  2:30 PM Marvelous Mutts Contest - Pooch Smooch Contest on Stage
 
2:30 PM Pet Healthcare Topic - Dr. Pam Mitchell - Pets & Parasites; Prevention and Control on Stage
 
3:00 PM

Agility Demonstration by "Deep South All Breed Obedience Club"

  3:00 PM Agility Demonstration by Susan Kelly
  3:00 PM Job of a Search & Rescue Dog - Retired Sgt Major David Twist on Stage
 
3:15 PM Creative Costume Contest on Stage
 
3:30 PM Raffle Drawing!
  3:30 PM Petriotic Costume Contest on Stage

Friends Pet Fest Participants, Food & Vendors
*Vendors and Participants, click here for map of Vendor Area Setup

Blood Drive

Therapy Dogs International, Inc.

TDI, inc. will be conducting Therapy Dog Testing the day of Pet Fest from 11:00am-4:00pm. For anyone interested in getting their dog tested as a potential TDI inc. Therapy Dog, it is strongly advised that you go to the TDI inc, website http://www.tdi-dog.org/ and read over the requirements for the testing. Then, read over the actual test. All dogs will be tested on a buckle collar, you must bring your own buckle collar. You have until Nov 2 to have your dog ready for the testing. The fee is $20.00 per dog for the test. All dogs must be at least 1 year old to be tested. If your dog meets all the requirements and passes the actual test it will recieve CGC and TDI. *for more info contact Barbara Therapypups@cox.net

American Kennel Club

Louisiana Wildlife & Fisheries

"Treasures"

Sterling Silver, Semiprecious Stones, Sea Shells and Pearls Jewelry

 
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Emcee Angela Hill from WWL TV Channel 4

Pet Fest Poster - Signed, Numbered, Ltd ed. - $50

Official T-Shirt & Poster Art by Matt Rinard of Gallery Rinard

Music by The Topcats

Music by West End

Special Appearance by the New Orleans Saints Mascot "Gumbo"!

Special Appearance and book signing by Theatrical Animal Trainer Bill Berloni!

Bill has a career-long commitment to working with rescued animals. He has trained them for Broadway productions such as Legally Blonde: The Musical and Annie and with movies including Charlie Wilson's War and television shows such as Sesame Street!

Stage Donated by:

Pelican Graphics & Events



More Friends Pet Fest Participants, Food & Vendors
*Vendors and Participants, click here for map of Vendor Area Setup

 

Barataria Animal Hospital

 

Petite Pet Creations

 

Most Delightful Foods, LLC -- All Natural Dog Treats!

 

 

Chateau Veterinary Hospital

 

Puppy Love Pet Care

Southeast Veterinary Specialists

Veterinary Behavior Consultations, Inc.

 

 

 

Dr. Georganna Ranglack, DVM, PHD, CVA - Veterinary Accupuncture

 

Designs by Gidgit

Pet Clothes and Accessories

Heaven's Pets Pet Crematorium, Bereavement Center and Memorial Gardens

 

 

Duplantier Fine Framing

Matted & Framed Giclee's of Dogs and Cats

 

 

Au Pair des Chiens / New Orleans Dog Nanny - t-shirts, dog cookies, collars, etc.

 

Doskey Mobile Veterinary Care

 

Troy Martin - Potato Ribbons & Chicken Strips

 

Plum Street Snowballs

 

Wellness Natural Food for Pets

 

Crepes a la Cart

 

Flavor King Snoballs

Snowballs and Nachos

Crabby's Catering

Crab and Corn Bisque and Shrimp Remoulade Pasta Salad

 

4 Legged Friends

 

Affordable Pet Plans

 

Fly by Night Catering

Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya and funnel cakes

 

Muddy Paws Mobile Pet Grooming

Southern Animal Foundation

(Southern Animal Foundation will be bringing their Low Cost Spay & Neuter Van to the event and will be booking appointments)

 

Paws & Claws Pet Salon

 

Canine Connection / Canine Culture

Kritter Krewe, LLC

Petcetera

 

Aidi Kansas Studio

 

1st Lake Crossroads Apartments

Chi-Wa-Wa Ga-Ga

 

Deep South Obedience Club

 

Sally's Country Gourmet Foods

(Veggie Pizzas, Portabello Mushroom Muffelettas, Portobello Wraps & Green Tea)

 

 

Pet Paradise Resort

"The HELP! SEARCH AND RESCUE DOG TEAM" will have trainers at their booth (next to the AKC area) all day to answer questions and offer advice about your dog's behavior problems or habits. Have you ever thought about training your dog & yourself for SAR? We invite any breed or breed combo to try out for our team. We will also have miracool bandanas for sale in patriotic or camo colors for $4. We will be hosting an Olympic Steeplechase Game of speed & agility with prizes for the finalists for $2 per run. Come on over & meet the SAR team members. Our commander, Ret. Sgt. Maj. David Twist will give a great speech on SAR dogs at 3:00 pm on the main stage.

 

NOLA City Bark

   

Services Provided at Friends Pet Fest

Professional Photography Provided by:

New Orleans Event Photography

LilPals Pet Photography

Canine Agility & Training Demonstrations by:

Sit Means Sit Professional Dog Training

Doggie Day Spa Services by:

 

Doggie Day Spa


Friends of the Jefferson Animal Shelter
P.O. Box 1079
Metairie, Louisiana 70004

Many thanks to our generous sponsors!

Click here to download the Sponsor Form in PDF Format

Red Sponsors

 
Pet Care Center

White Sponsors

Agee's Pet Crematorium

Blue Sponsors

Dr. Bernie Mayer
in memory of Dr.Richard Jester
Acadiana West Animal Clinic
Kristi Goodyear
in memory of Mary Effie, Midnight & Ruby
Universal Personnel
Ralph & Christine Senner
Petcessories
Lakeside Pets
Metairie Small Animal Hospital
Angel's Pet Grooming

"Stars" Sponsors

N-Y Associates, Inc.

"Stripes" Sponsors