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PupCake, CupCake Bake-Off

Have fun at the PupCake and CupCake bake-off to benefit rescues and shelters - a new tradition of the World of Pets Expo this weekend at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium just off the Baltimore Beltway. Professional cupcake bakers will each create 100 cupcakes inspired by their pets. 

Kids can sign up to compete and anyone can sign up to be a taster! Or just come watch the fun! Register to be a PupCake Taster and judge the Peoples Choice category. For full details e-mail info@worldofpets.org or call 800-882-9894. 

Activities, Shopping Galore

“We’ve got something for everyone from the serious pet enthusiast to the casual pet admirer, including a chance to show off your pet in the “Parade of Breeds” explains Jeanne Emge, President of Premier Events, the producer of the Expo. “Exhibitors will fill the 165,000 square foot Cow Palace with thousands of products and services for pets."

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Continuous Entertainment

It’s fun and educational – just a great day out for all ages! This is probably the best $$ value for family entertainment & education. See all the details at www.worldofpets.org 

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Expo shopping offers hundreds of booths with a wide variety of exhibitors featuring thousands of items - everything imaginable for your pet and for pet lovers. From pet essentials to pet training products and pet-themed home décor, the World of Pets Expo is the place to be if you are a pet lover. 

Pet information and products are featured for dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, ferrets and other animals. In addition to the shopping extravaganza and the seminar series, there will be continuous entertainment and demonstrations by nationally known pet organizations, an AKC Dog Agility Trial, interactive educational presentations with live animals, a Parade of Breeds and more!  

Experience:

The World of Cats ACFA Cat show presented by Hidden Paw Cat Club 

An AKC Dog Agility Trial presented by Oriorle Dog Training Club

Extreme Reptile Exhibit

Dock Dogs performing Waves of Big  Air, Extreme Vertical and more

Wild World of Animals - Rainforest Experience

Johnny Peers' Muttville Comix

Guinea Pig-A-Thon

100.7 The Bay's Pet Costume and Talent Contest on Saturday

Gerbil Show p[resented by the American Gerbil Society

Heated facility and Great Food! 

See www.worldofpets.org for the full show schedule and I'll see you there! Expo hours are Friday, January 24, from 2 pm to 8 pm, Saturday, January 25, from 10 am to 7 pm and Sunday, January 26, from 10 am to 6 pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 ages 5-12 and FREE for children under age 5. Tickets available online or at the door (cash only at the door).  

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