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FOR
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OCTOBER 2, 2001
Pets
in Pearls: An Animal Fashion Show Debuts October 7 in Washington,
DC
Washington,
DC -- From Rottweilers to rabbits and from felines to ferrets, "Pets
in Pearls: An Animal Fashion Show" promises to be an exciting,
educational, and indisputably entertaining event for the Washington
pet lover.
A portion
of the ticket sales will go to the Fairfax County Urban Search and
Rescue Team.
Taking
place at the elegant Loews L'Enfant Plaza hotel on Sunday, October
7 at 2 pm and emceed by WTOP's Kristi King, this animal fashion
show is a tribute to the marvelous pets who brighten our lives.
Come learn about the newest and greatest protective wear, leashes,
and well yes, fashion for your pet. With over 40 models (all adopted
or available for adoption) from 9 species, what's not to love?
Ever
wondered why your dog takes you for walks at breakneck speed? Find
out about training collars and leashes to best suit his temperament
and breed. Aging pet? We are devoting a whole segment of the show
to showing you medical and health aids for your best friend. And
as a special feature, we are bringing you guests from the working
world of pets, including members of the Beagle Brigade and Fidos
for Freedom.
Of
course, if you and your pet are fashion-conscious, then this is
the event for you! Rhinestone-studded leashes, pearl necklaces for
pets (of course!), raincoats in tropical designs, fleece lined jackets,
and evening wear for those special occasions.
Exhibitors
include Doolittles, Designz by Tina, the Washington Humane Society,
the Doris Day Animal League, and a wide variety of animal welfare
organizations including groups for for turtles, birds, rabbits,
oh, and of course dogs.
So
do your pet a favor -- come to Pets in Pearls and spend an afternoon
learning how to pamper him or her just a little more than ever.
Tickets
are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Order online at http://www.metropets.org/Pearls.
We
regret that, due to insurance regulations, only participating pets
and registered Service Animals may attend this function.
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About
MetroPets Online:
MetroPets Online was founded, incorporated, and granted
nonprofit 501(c)(3) status in 1999. The mission of MetroPets
Online is to promote the adoption of homeless animals
and the well being of companion animals in the Washington DC
metropolitan area through online activities and technical training.
MetroPets Online is staffed entirely by volunteers.
MetroPets
Online coordinates a vast repository of data pertaining to local
animal shelters and rescue organizations through its web site: an
adoptable pet search engine (encompassing pet listings from over
70 animal shelters and rescue organizations), pet "Yellow Pages"
listings, information on current and pending pet-related legislation,
extensive links to up to date mainstream news items pertaining to
animals, and a current calendar of pet events are just some of the
informational services MetroPets offers to the pet-loving public.
MetroPets
Online's professional volunteers provide pro bono web consulting,
training, and technical assistance to local animal shelters and
rescue organizations.
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Contact:
Jeanette
Davias
MetroPets Online, Inc.
Tel: (301) 873-0846
Email: media@metropets.org
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