• A brown and black dog with a white bandage on one paw and a black collar with white spots jumping over an agility hurdle indoors, with people and a red wall in the background.

    Flyball

    The sport of Flyball is a fast paced relay race with dogs! There are 2 teams of dogs that race head to head, with 4 dogs per team. They jump over jumps, retrieve a tennis ball, and race back to their owner while the next dog races.

    Make sure to check out the smoking fast flyball dogs racing all weekend.

  • A brown dog standing on a grassy platform at a dock diving competition, with a sign that reads 'United Dock Diving' in the background.

    Dock Diving

    If you’ve never watched the high flying dock diving dogs, now is your chance. These speedy dogs run down the dock and leap into a huge pool of water! The United Dock Diving dogs will be competing all weekend.

    Think your dog would like the sport of dock diving? They’re offering opportunities for your dog to try the game! Visit their website or facebook for more information.

    Register for the dock diving event here!

  • A person with a black shirt and grey pants walking a police dog on a leash in a grassy outdoor area, with trees in the background. The shirt has the Saginaw Valley Police Canine Association logo, and there are overlapping text banners reading 'Saginaw Valley Police Canine Association,' 'Is Now,' and 'K9 Hero Guardians.'

    Police K9 Demos

    The K9 Hero Guardians, formally known as the Saginaw Valley Police Canine Association, provides assistance to law enforcement agencies by covering their K9 related expenses.

    Make sure to check out their protection and detection demos all weekend! Visit them on the main stage, or at their booth between shows. Check out their facebook or website.

  • Logo of the AKC CGC test, Love and Lead to Good Citizenship campaign featuring a yellow circle with a blue background, an outline of a person and a dog, and the words 'Caring, Good Citizen'.

    CGC Testing

    Einstein Dog Training will be hosting AKC CGC testing on Saturday and Sunday at the expo! The CGC is a great way to showcase the work you’ve put in training your dog.

    For a full list of test items, click here.

    In addition, they will also be offering CGCA and CGCU for dogs that have already earned their CGC title with the AKC!

    To sign up in advance for this limited time opportunity, click here.Space will fill fast!

  • Two dogs lying on straw in a barn, with hay and white barn walls in the background. One dog is white with a green collar, and the other is brown with a purple leash. There is a beige cylindrical object between them.

    Barn Hunt

    Barn Hunt Buddies will be sharing the fun sport of barn hunt with us all weekend at the pet expo!

    In this sport, dogs are encouraged to use their natural instincts to hunt live rats, while keeping the rats safe from harm. This sport is great for all breeds of dogs!

    Bring your dog over to try their nose at the sport! Visit their website and facebook.

  • A cute golden retriever puppy sitting on a stone patio with a tulip in its mouth, outdoors with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.

    Rescue Groups

    Coming to the expo to meet your new best friend? There will be several rescue groups attending with dogs available for meet and greets!

    Check out the groups attending for 2025:

    Genesee County Animal Control
    Great Lakes Boxer Rescue
    Detroit Bulldog Rescue
    West Michigan Ferret Connection
    Midwest Schipperke Rescue
    Paradise Animal Rescue
    Flint City Pits
    Sanilac County Humane Society
    Saving Scales Reptile Rescue

    Don’t forget, the expo is also an item drive for GCAC! Please bring your donation to the door for discounted admission!

  • Two poodles wearing sunglasses and hats sitting on a sidewalk in a park area with people walking and trees in the background.

    Bring Your Pet

    Yes, you can bring your own pet! But you must fill out the waiver, and have the vaccination status checked at the door. Required vaccinations are Rabies and DHLPP.

    We recommend you discuss contagious airborne diseases with your vet such bordetella and canine influenza. Inform your vet that your dog will be in an area where other dogs congregate, discuss the risks associated, and if preventative treatment is appropriate.

    WAIVER AVAILABLE HERE!

  • A colorful poster advertising a pet talent show and pet competition event. The poster features images of a cat and a dog, with details about prizes, date, and sponsor, Magoo's Pet Outlet.

    Talent Show

    Join the talent show to show off your pet!

    Prizes for Best Dressed, Best Trick, Best Voice, and Owner/Dog Lookalike!

    Prizes sponsored by Magoo’s Pet Outlet Fenton.

    Register for the talent show here! Onsite registration available with with Einstein Dog Training.