United States, California, Marin Center in San Rafael

On September 6th and 7th (10 am – 5 pm), bring friends, the kids AND the dog to the largest celebration of pets in the Bay Area! Meet adoptable animals from dozens of regional adoption and rescue organizations (including MHS). This two-day event will feature performance demos, expert talks, contests, a kids pavilion, and more than 100 vendor booths with products and services for your companion animals. The cost is $7 for adults, $5 for kids (6-12) and seniors (55+), and kids under 5 are free. For more information, check out www.bayareapetfair.com.

United States, White Plains, NY, Westchester County Center (198 Central Avenue)

White Plains Times: Westchester Pet Adoption Fair & Expo

Saturday, September 20, 2008

10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Westchester County Center: 198 Central Avenue, White Plains, NY

A fun and informative day for pet owners, pet lovers, and those looking to adopt pets. Over 16 animal rescue groups will attend with over 125 animals for adoption, including exotic pets! In addition there are many quality vendors with pet products and people products too. "Ask the Vet" booth, face painting for children, raffles and give-aways, canine musical freestyle dancing and agility demonstrations, Chief Ken Ross of Westchester SPCA "Animal Cops," personal and canine fitness training, pet psychic, dog training seminars, low-cost spay/neuter info, pet photo contest, and more. Admission is $5 for adults; children under 12 are free.

For more information, contact the Westchester Pet Adoption Fair & Expo at (914) 937-7877 or (914) 699-7387, or visit the Westchester Pet Adoption Fair & Expo web site.