Pet Fest is an annual event to raise money for Prevent a Litter of Central Texas (Pals) at the San Marcos Plaza Park. It’s a free event to celebrate your pets and participate in dog races, contests, and a silent auction!
Photo story by Jessi Spain
The 16th Annual Pet Fest took pace on Saturday, October 20th at the San Marcos Plaza Park.
Bruce smiles proudly with volunteer Victoria. Bruce is available for adoption at PAWS Animal Shelter.
Bruce and Amelia meet, and immediately become friends.
Bruce and Amelia play together as if they’ve always been best friends.
It’s hard to play with leashes on, but that doesn’t stop Bruce from catching some air.
One local vendor, Sugar and Shine Bakery, specializes in fun treats of all shapes and sizes.
Sugar and Shine Bakery displays Halloween themed treats. Sugar and Shine Bakery is a home business in San Marcos.
Daisy waits patiently for her turn at a free training session alongside the San Marcos River.
Professional Artist Scott D. Wilson performs his skills with a paintbrush at the Plaza Park.
Scott Free Studios focuses on detailed close-ups.
Grim, mascot for K9’s 4 Conservation, struts his turtle shell outfit as he greets everyone with a huge smile.
Several bands perform live on the Plaza Park stage, including the Springtown Texas Band. They fill the park with their soulful country music.
Large cat and dog inflatables promote Purina, one of the sponsors of the 2018 Pet Fest.
Christian Fritz, Chief of Operations for K9s 4 Conservation, displays a training session with Sasha.
Sasha has been trained to locate sea turtle nests along the coast so that the eggs can be protected.
Sasha shows her strength as she attempts to tug with her trainer.
Nia, local San Marcos Mermaid, poses for free photos at the Pet Fest.
River, a lightweight sled dog, dresses up with black spooky wings in light of Halloween approaching.
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