Frequently Asked Questions:Why is there a Great Iowa Pet Expo?
Where is the Great Iowa Pet Expo?
What are the dates and times?
What exhibitors will I find at the Great Iowa Pet Expo?
Who Should Attend the Great Iowa Pet Expo?
May I Bring My Pet?Why is there a Great Iowa Pet Expo?
The mission of the Great Iowa Pet Expo is to promote the health and well-being of Iowa's companion animals; to educate Iowa pet owners on the importance of spaying, neutering, and regular veterinary care; and to encourage pet ownership as a lifetime commitment. The Great Iowa Pet Expo shares the joy that our pets offer, while showcasing a variety of new products and services.
Where is the Great Iowa Pet Expo?
The event is located at the 4H Building on the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, IA. (map) Enter at Gate 9.
What are the dates and times?
Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, October 19, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.What exhibitors will I find at
the Great Iowa Pet Expo?AirSource Air Purifiers
American Eskimo Dog Rescue & Sanctuary of Iowa
Anderson Animal Hospital
Animal Lifeline of Iowa
Animal Protection & Education
Bark Busters Home Dog Training
Breeder’s Choice
Brown Dog Bakery
Camp Bow Wow
Canine Craze Performance Center
Central Iowa Veterinary Technician Association
Chew Dog Bones
Classic Carpet Cleaning
Creative Memories
Des Moines Obedience Training Club
DMACC Vet Tech Program
Dog Duty Waste Removal
Dog Gone It Designs
Ecoquest International
Fetch! Pet Care of Metro Des Moines
4 Paws Unleashed
Great Pet Lovers
The Greenhouse Silhouettes
Healing Hearts with Horses & Horse Haven Rescue
Heartland Greyhound Rescue
Howling Hills Canine Campus
Invisible Fence
Iowa Basset Rescue
Iowa Reptile Rescue
Irina’s Jewelry Box
Just Pucci
Kent Feeds
Kiya Koda Humane Society
Laughing Dog Designs
Littermate
Mid America Caged Bird Society
Midwest Border Collie Rescue
MN/WI Collie Rescue
My Furry Friends Photo
My T Dog
Natural Balance
Natures Nonscents
Nebraska Parrot Rescue
Pet Lover Shirts
Petco
Pet Expo Emerging Artists
Petsafe Pro
Petsakes
PetzLife Products
Picture People
Prairie Sky Pet Central
Precious Petwear
Premier Pets
RAGUM Retrieve A Golden of MN
Royal Canin USA
Scooper Troopers
Solid Gold
Warming Glo Candles
WitchWynds DesignsWho Should Attend the Great Iowa Pet Expo?
The Great Iowa Pet Expo welcomes anyone who loves animals and pets. Whether you're a current pet owner or just thinking about bringing a companion animal into your home, the Great Iowa Pet Expo is for you. It's a great event for family entertainment, and with the largest pet-related trade show in the state, it's a must for your holiday shopping list!
May I Bring My Pet?
For safety reasons, only well-trained, well-behaved adult pets are allowed to attend the Great Iowa Pet Expo. Please leave your younger pets at home! Puppies will be turned away at the door.
All pets are required to be accompanied by a Critter Release Form that you will be required to fill out at the gate. All pets in attendance must be current on shots. Any unruly or threatening pet will be asked to leave. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!
