A Guide to the Pet Expo 2008 in Ireland

Being Ireland's only dedicated consumer Pet Exhibition, the Pet expo 2008 which is scheduled to take place on the 17th of October 2008 to the 19th of October, is expected to attract over 30,000 visitors in this three day event at Simmonscourt Hall, RDS, Dublin.

Promoted by Innovative events, the expo will focus on responsible pet ownership and animal welfare. The event will be open to the public showcasing various pet products, pet service providers, entertainers, clubs and other organisations that cater to pets.

Animal lovers are sure to enjoy the pet show which showcases various pets ranging from the ever popular pedigree dogs, cats, birds and fishes to more uncommon pets like horses, ponies, reptiles and various small caged exotic animals as well. Since the expo aims to cover all the aspects related to the ownership of a family pet, it will feature many seminars and interactive workshops for entertaining and educating families that want to adopt pets.

With Ireland's premier venue RDS chosen for the Pet Expo, accessibility to the event is not something to worry about as it is at close proximity to Ireland's capital city. Located 16 kilometres from the Dublin International Airport, it takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the venue by car, bus or taxi. While a taxi ride would cost around EUR30 to EUR40, an Aircoach outside the airport runs every 15 minutes and costs around EUR12.

Local Trains also offer good accessibility to the venue through Dublin DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transport) which operates from the City Centre to Ballsbridge. Though RDS has parking facilities for 2,000 vehicles they prefer that visitors call and check parking availability prior to visiting the venue. Convenient and reasonably priced accommodation is available in Dublin with its 100 plus hotels which can be booked easily through the internet. Even for those who do not have the time to make reservations, there will still be hotel options available.

The Pet Expo has left no stone unturned in their efforts to provide visitors with a completely entertaining and enjoyable experience. All three days of the expo will feature a glamorous Pet Fashion Show using both animal and fashion models, proving to be more than just entertainment for animal lovers, by attracting high media attention.

The Wildlife Café will be a themed section which will grab the attention of youngsters with its children's activities and entertainment section. Parents with toddlers will find visiting the show a relaxing experience as the expo provides a supervised 'kids soft play area' with well known inflatable animal characters.

The Cat Show and Kitten /Cat Adoption Area will play its part in finding good homes for cats and kittens from various animal rescue shelters. Here, cat breeders and associations will also showcase a variety of breeds and compete for the best.

Another attraction of the expo is the Irish Professional Dog Groomer Association which will host a Grooming Champions event at the show. Also visible will be the car display which will market the newest Family SUV with integrated Pet safety. Apart from these, the Seminar Theatre, 'Ask the Vet' Clinic, Pet's Corner and Equestrian area are the other must visit events of the expo.

Catherine writes about UK Exhibition Stands & Display Kits.