Dubed "Charleston’s Premier Pet Event", Pet Fest returns, Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Offering exhibits, demonstrations, experts, entertainment, and more, the festival will be at Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park, 444 Needlerush Parkway.

Attractions:

• K9s in Flight Frisbee Dogs and Dock Diving (12, 2 & 4 p.m.). Your dog can dive for a $5 donation!
• Lowcountry Dog Magazine’s Cover Model Contest
• Charleston Kennel Club’s “Meet the Breed” and Family Dog Shows (Sunday only, 1 p.m.)
• Pet Contests – Best Trick, Owner Pet Look-Alike, Face Only a Mother Could Love, Musical Sit, Best Dog Costume
• Swift Paws Lure Chasing – let your dog race other canines for a $5 donation
• FlyBall dogs demonstrations (Sunday only)
• Live music by Rawberry Jam, Sunday at 3 p.m.
• STARR (Search, Tactics, And Rescue/Recovery) Team Demonstrations
• K-9 Good Citizens Test (Saturday only)
• Animal ER: Interactive Vet Experience (Saturday Only)
• Veterinarians, trainers, groomers and pet suppliers
• Nutrition, education and training tents
• Dog washing station
• Rescue groups and adoption centers with adoptable animals
• Children’s activities, including jump castles
• Food, beverages and beer for sale
• Official presentation of the 2013 Top Dog, Charleston County Parks’ official dog mascot, Saturday at 12 p.m.

Admission is $5 per day. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the event. Children 12 and under, Gold Pass Holders and leashed pets are free. For further information call 843-795-4386 or visit www.ccprc.com/petfest.