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'Barktoberfest' to Showcase Variety of Pooches
Event will feature 'pawfurred pricing,' where adopters can name their adoption fee for dogs older than the age of six months.
Do you long to hear the patter of little feet around your home? How about four of them?
The Humane Society Silicon Valley may have just what you’re looking for at its “Barktoberfest” dog adoption event, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 1, 901 Ames Ave., in Milpitas. Admission is free and no reservations are required.
A wide variety of dog breeds and sizes will be there, including beagles, poodles, golden retrievers, terriers, Rottweiler and Chihuahuas.
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Visitors will have a chance to meet up close with these canine friends to find just the right companion that will match their personality and lifestyle. Humane Society officials will also offer pre- and post-adoption seminars and answer questions about pet adoption procedures and fees.
“We want people to know they can come and get educated about a wide variety of breeds and interact with the dogs,” said Kelly Grant, marketing manager at the Humane Society. There’s no requirement for anyone to adopt an animal, and the public can just stop by to learn about them, she added.
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Grant estimates visitors will have a chance to meet at least 75 animals at the event.
What traits do most people look for when they’re considering adopting a dog?
“They want a dog that’s friendly and well-behaved,” said Grant. “A good fit with their lifestyle, a dog that’s going to meet their needs for companionship. That can be anything from a couch-potato dog that likes to hang out at home or a dog with a lot of energy that likes to run around outside.”
Grant said another important thing to look for when adopting a family dog is to make sure it “interacts appropriately with children.” To increase the chances of a good fit with the family, Humane Society officials encourage parents considering adopting a dog to bring their children with them when meeting dogs for the first time.
For people curious about adopting a pit bull, a pit bulls 101 seminar is planned. Topics covered will include:
- Breed myths
- Is a pit bull right for me?
- Responsible ownership
- Training tips and multi-pet management
The classes will be led by representatives from Our Pack, Inc. Pit Bull Rescue.
Will the event be limited to just dogs? Grant said no, adding that there will be “a wonderful assortment of cats and kittens; and we also have rabbits for adoption.”
