STAFF REPORT
Pet Prevent a Litter of Central Texas’ Pet Fest is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25 at San Marcos Plaza Pavilion Park.
The event – billed as a celebration of pets large and small – is sponsored by Grande Communications, the city of San Marcos, Invisible Fence Brand, Stokes Construction, Petco and CFAN. Owners are welcomed to bring their pets if they are restrained and well-behaved.
Admission is free but attendees are asked to bring a donation of dry pet food.
The Pet Fest 5K Run/Walk begins prior to the festival at 8 a.m. Dogs are welcome to race in the competition with their runner companions. A one-mile and one-quarter mile fun runs start at 9 a.m.
Family friendly events are planned throughout the day. The San Marcos High School color guard detail will present the American Flag during the National Anthem followed by the Blessing of the Animals, conducted by Rev. Bruce Wilson.
Service animal demos by the Texas Hearing & Service dogs and the San Marcos police K-9 unit will be presented for your entertainment. Animal entertainment will include trick dogs, dancing dogs and a dancing miniature horse. Special children’s activities include train rides, face painting, moon jump, slide and exhibitions.
