Hello Cornwall, Ontario!

Unleash the Sunshine with Your Pets!

"Unleash Pet Fest is the ultimate summer celebration where pets and their humans can enjoy a day of bonding, relaxation, and pure joy. Let's make this summer unforgettable—one paw at a time!”

Where

60 Pitt St Cornwall, ON, K6J 3P2
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When

Annually every First Saturday in June
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

What

Outdoor event ☀️☔️ For Pets and Their Owners

Cost

Festival Admission is FREE!

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Person with donkey
Person with cat in a cute travel bag
In support of Local animal Rescues

Experience the Best of Pets

Festival Admission is FREE! Donations are appreciated. All pets must be leashed and/or in carriers at all times!
Winners of 2023 Pet Parade for Best Costume

The Pet Parade

Strut your stuff and walk down the streets of Cornwall rocking your themed outfits! $25 fee–Funds raised go towards the animal rescues.

This year's theme: Super Heroes

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People walking down Pitt St

Vendor Market

Explore all of our pet-related vendors and pick up a few treats for Fido too! We're sure you'll discover some new favourite businesses.

Vendor & Rescue Sign-Up
Dog ready to give kisses at the kissing booth

Event features

There’s so much for you and the whole family to enjoy! Here's a few of the features we'll have at this year's event:
• Kissing Booth
• Animal Show
• Guest Speakers
• & More

See the Full List

Here's who will be there

We're currently looking for more vendors to join us in making this year's event the best one yet. Want to sign up? Get all the details here >

Features & Vendors

Event Feature
EcoFauna Zoo
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Event Feature
Spirit Tree Yoga
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Event Feature
Guest Speaker
Purrdy Paws Pet Grooming & Mobile Spa
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Event Feature
Dog Lovers Days Lure Course
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Event Feature
Live Urban Artist: Robert Lariviere (@falldowng)
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Event Feature
WAGS Canine Retreat
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Vendor
Bones and Stuff
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Vendor
Kickers & Squeakers
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Vendor
XL Dog Shop Inc
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Vendor
The Cerberus Company
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Vendor
Paws Apparel
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Vendor
Erica Animal Reiki Healer
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Vendor
PARC
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Vendor
The Perth Barkery
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Vendor
Guest Speaker
Zenfuldog
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Vendor
Amethyst Claire
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Vendor
By-Law Services- City of Cornwall
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Vendor
Flora Soul Design
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Vendor
King and Queen Reptiles
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Vendor
Planet Fitness
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Vendor
Ren's Pets
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Vendor
Guest Speaker
Unleash Pet Photography
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Vendor
The Paw Spa
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Vendor
Phoebe's Pawlace
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Vendor
Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre
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Vendor
Big Country Raw
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Vendor
Donny's Dogs
Vendor
Pretty Cool Pooches
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Vendor
Sweet 'n Flossy Cotton Candy
Vendor
Pure Wet Wipes (EZMed Inc.)
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Vendor
Cornwall Tourism
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Vendor
CBD 4 Mind Body & Soul
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Vendor
Collége Boréal
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Rescues

Feature Rescue
Rico’s Refuge Cat Rescue
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Feature Rescue
PawPortunity Rescue
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Rescue
Animatch Inc.
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Rescue
Heidi’s Kitty Haven
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Rescue
Inugoya Rehoming & Rehabilitation
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Rescue
Canadian Dachshund Rescue Ontario
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It was such an amazing experience to have all pet lovers come together and bond over the love of their animals! Everyone was so friendly and kind, the vibes were so positive. Loved the variety of booths!

Hannah Tasker
  • All pets must be either on a leash, not exceeding 48” in length, or in a suitable harness/containment system
  • No retractable leashes allowed
  • Owner must clean up after his/her pet
  • Pet owners must report any incidents to event staff and to First Aid immediately
  • Pet owners must adhere to the event rules, and obey if asked to leave
  • Your pet must meet all municipal by-laws
  • Your pet must not be aggressive and have had incidents of biting or shown aggression in the past
  • Your pet must not have ever caused bodily injury or property damage
  • Wishing you and your family a wonderful safe day at the Festival.

Did you know that one of our festival values is being an Eco-Friendly event? ♻️ 🐾 ❤️

We take measurable actions towards lowering our environmental impact in a lasting, sustainable way and make sure our vendor and participants are mindful of those efforts.

How You Can Help
  • Bring reusable bags instead of using vendor packaging.
  • Biodegradable products (bio poop bags).
  • Car share, use public transport or walk to the event.
  • Bring unwanted animal food/treats and donate them at the rescue booths.
  • Use tap water, No bottled water. (Refill Station at Carrots n’ Dates)

Thank you to our sponsors

Join Us on THE
FIRST SATURDAY OF JUNE
for Unleash Pet Fest

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