America's Family Pet Expo Returns to Orange County, April 20-22, 2012

Online, January 10, 2012 (Newswire.com) - It's all about bow-wow-wow, the cat's meow...and everything in between for all creatures big and small! The 23rd annual America's Family Pet Expo returns April 20-22, 2012 to the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa.

See more than 1,000 animals including dogs, cats, equine, birds, fish, llamas, pot bellied pigs, goats, rats, reptiles, rabbits, miniature horses and more on display in fun and interactive stage shows, competitions and demonstrations. Featuring over 400 exhibitors and rescue groups including Bow Meow Pet Products, No Stray Left Behind, Forever Wild Exotic Animal Sanctuary, Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue, and more!

The America's Family Pet Expo will feature a lively round-up of four-legged animal shows and demonstrations, including JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Show, Splash Dogs, Police and Search Dog Demonstrations, and the latest trends in pet care grooming and care.

In 2011, more than 680 animals were adopted at the show. This year, hundreds of animals will be available for placement into loving "forever" homes.

General Admission, $12.00; seniors 60 and over, $10.00. Children 6-12, $6.00. 5 yrs and under, free. Special show pricing - save $2 off general admission tickets by purchasing online. Show hours: Friday 10am-6pm; Saturday 10am-7pm; Sunday 10am-6pm. OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa 92626. Parking is $5. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.PetExpoOC.org.

The America's Family Pet Expo is created, produced and managed by World Pet Association, Inc., a 60-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting responsible pet care.

High resolution photography available upon request.

The World Pet Association is the oldest industry organization promoting responsible growth and development of the companion pet and related products and services. As society's "humanization" of pets grows stronger, WPA knows it is important to inform and educate the general public to ensure safe and healthy lifestyles for our animal friends. For more information on WPA, please visit www.WorldPetAssociation.org.