- December 4, 2025
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Joe Yannaccone enjoyed the fest with his dogs, Boli and Bandit.
Star took an interest in Sweet Potato and the pets' owners carefully watched.
Marie Brancoccio answered the girl’s questions about her dog, Star.
Alana Kitch was excited to receive a pup cup. She fed it to her dog, Jasper, who licked the cup clean!
Willow loved being outdoors!
Noodle sat and soaked in Georgia Ang’s pets.
Amber Downs and Ruby attended the Pet Fest both years. Ruby has her own cards with her different costumes and she went this year as a taco!
Nancy Listenfelt spent hours preparing her “Wicked” costume with Callie.
Dogs basked in the sun once the light rain finished up. They rocked the colorful fur!
Dogs of all shapes and sizes attended the pet fest, some even had different colored eyes.
Erin Ozment brought Dobby in a cat carrier because he loves to be outside. She rescued him from Candy’s Cats and has loved his addition to the family.
Velvet Davis treated herself to lemonade and watched the fest with her pup, Oreo.
Must lick fast! Dogs raced each other to lick peanut butter off the spoon.
Siblings brought their guinea pigs, Casserole and Sweet Potato. They’ve had the guinea pigs for over a year.
Owner of Pet-Snackerie, Jeff Illiq, uses a laser to engrave his custom creations. He draws the design and uses the laser to make each illustration precise.
Poe rocked the dinosaur costume over his fluffy fur. He’s the mascot for Poe’s Pupcakes and Treats.
Aisha Gonzalez and Tamalee competed in the most unique pet contest. They didn’t win but they enjoyed participating.
Marie Brancoccio walked the costume contest dressed as a pink fairy with her dog Star.
Scoopy’s two years old and he loves to pose! The lap dog always jumps to be in a photo.
Attendees brought all kinds of pets! The tortoises participated in the most unique pet contest.
Nancy Listenfelt and Callie won the costume contest with the elaborate stroller and outfit designs.
A lab hugged its owner as the pair enjoyed the day and informed attendees about dog training opportunities.
Sit Means Sit Dog Training attended the fest. The trainer did impressive tricks with her golden retriever.
Digby is an Airedale Terrier, he posted in front of the Observer’s photo booth and soaked in the spotlight.
One second — technical issue! The dog parade went around the lawn but stoppages occurred from twisted leashes.
Nine-week-old French Bulldogs enjoyed their time in the stroller when their sibling had its photo taken.
Sarah Cone and Bellini walked in the tiniest dog contest as a princess.
Stephanie Wyatt and Cooper enjoyed the fest with Boomer Pieta and Bucky.
Owner of Cookie Therapy, Courtney Miller, and Aaron Moo brought the business to the fest. They’ve been in business for two years.
Sit and smile! Leia is a fluffy French Bulldog and only five months old.
Ashley Davis carefully planned out her pirate costume with Stella.
The dog had to practice its patience as they waited for the peanut butter eating contest to begin.
Furry friends arrived in their best attire for the second annual Horizon West Pet Fest Saturday, Oct. 11.
Pets and their owners competed in multiple contests, including best dressed, fabulous feline, most unique pet, and more. Their spectacular costumes drew in the crowd and people watched in curiosity.
Dogs licked away in the peanut butter eating contest before strutting around the grassy area in the pet parade. Tents scattered throughout the lawn with pet supplies, information and local shelters.
Smiles shined through the venue as people connected through a shared love of pets.
For those who stopped by the Observer's photo booth, check out PHOTOS: Horizon West Pet Fest Observer Photo Booth gallery.
