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Barktoberfest

October 5, 2024

Presented by Pawsitive Effects, Inc.
Stuart Park, Lake Placid

Pet Adoptions - Microchipping - Photos -
Nail Trims - Blessings - Costume Contest - Raffle Prizes - Music - Food Trucks - Vendors -
& So Much More!

Join us for our annual pet extravaganza, Barktoberfest on the first Saturday in October! Experience a day filled with furry friends as dogs and cats of all breeds and ages will be available for adoption through local non-profit approved and invited rescue organizations. Adoption fees and processes are determined by each organization.

The park will transform into a hub of pet adoptions and family-friendly activities. Kids, leashed pets, and the entire family can enjoy a range of entertainment. Explore unique items from our fantastic vendors, specially curated for both you and your pets. Indulge in delicious food, groove to great music, and test your luck with our amazing raffle prizes.

Convenient, free parking surrounds the park, and public restrooms will be available for your convenience.

All proceeds and donations from this event will go toward supporting participating non-profit rescues from Highlands and Hardee County, Florida. Your presence and contributions will make a significant difference in these animals' lives!

We welcome your socialized, well-behaved, and leashed dog. We ask you do NOT use retractable leashes at this event.
Please be prepared to pick up after your dog.

Plan Your Day at Barktoberfest

Nail Clipping

A little me time!

Get your pet's nails professionally clipped during the event by Puppers & Hairballs, professional groomers

10:00am - 3:00pm

$10.00 minimum

CASH donation

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Pet Blessing

Get the little devil blessed right out of them!

Bring your pet to be blessed during the event by

Gary Freeman, Elder,

South Oak Baptist Church.

10:00am - 3:00pm

Donations gladly accepted

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Pet Costume Contest

They'll forgive you, we promise!

Bring your pet in costume and enter to win great prizes!

Contest starts at 11:00am

Located at the Large Pavilion

No Entry Fee

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Wag Bag

First 30 adoptions or while supplies last!

Free Wag Bag with adoption, filled with goodies for you and your new pet

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Microchipping

Never ugly cry again!

Bring your cat or dog to get microchipped during the event by Highlands County Animal Services.

10:00am - 3:00pm

$10.00 cash or check donation

Pet Photo Fun

Say Cheese!

Get a professional 4x6 glossy photo of your pet to take home.

$5.00 minimum cash donation

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Food & Supply Collections at Barktoberfest

The Rescues can't do this alone!

When you bring any of these items to the large pavilion at Barktoberfest you will receive a

FREE RAFFLE TICKET for a chance to win a great raffle prize during BARKTOBERFEST.

PUPPY, ADULT, SENIOR DOG OR CAT FOOD. (USA made only please)
FLEA/TICK TREAMENT
BRUSHES/COMBS
SHAMPOO/CONDITIONER
TREATS
TOYS
PET BEDDING
TOWELS & BLANKETS
DISINFECTANT CLEANERS, PAPER TOWELS, GARBAGE BAGS & GLOVES
CRATES/CAGES
KITTY LITTER
LEASHES & COLLARS
or anything else you think could be helpful to a shelter.

Even gift cards to Petco or Pet Supermarket, Amazon, Walmart prove to be very helpful as well.

Can't make it to BARKTOBERFEST but still want to donate?

Just click the donate button below!

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We gladly accept items for shelters ALL YEAR LONG!

Contact us for a pick-up or
drop-off location.

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