Meet the team
UNLEASH Pet Fest was born from a simple idea: create a fun, inclusive, and pet-loving event that celebrates animals and the amazing people and businesses that support them. As a small business owner and lifelong animal lover, I started this festival to bring our community together — and it’s grown into something truly special.
We’re not a big production company — just a group of passionate people who care deeply about pets, community, and supporting local businesses. That’s why your feedback, support, and participation mean everything to us.
Beth Alexander
Founder, Event Coordinator and Marketing
Beth is the owner and photographer at Unleash Pet Photography.
She provides premium mobile pet photography services that come right to your doorstep.
The studio is inside a converted cargo trailer, saving her customers time, money and travel.
The convenience of the mobile studio is also a perfect option for aging pets, small pets or pets with mobility issues.
Beth Nolet
Planning
Beth is the owner of WAGS Canine Retreat, a family run operation for dogs & cats. WAGS offers a variety of services from boarding, daycare, boot camp, to play dates.
Situated centrally between Ottawa, Brockville and Cornwall set on 75 picturesque acres of forest and fields, WAGS Canine Retreat offers the idyllic home away from home for your beloved pets.
Cristian & Emily Urroz
Website Management, Tech Support, Branding and Graphics
Cris & Emily are URROZ, the Branding, Web and Graphic Design dream team.
Whether you’re a new company trying to make an impression or a long-time business looking for a refreshed look, they can help you achieve it all.
Here's what our event in 2023 looked like:
Here's what we're all about
Our Vision
At Unleash Pet Festival, we envision a warm and inclusive environment in Cornwall where pet enthusiasts and their beloved companions gather for shared enjoyment, celebrating the immense happiness that pets bring into our lives. Our vision encompasses a diverse community coming together, united by their love for pets and fostering a strong sense of camaraderie.
Our Values
Animal Enthusiasm:
We are a group of animal lovers dedicated to promoting the well-being of all creatures. Our values are grounded in a deep respect for pet welfare and responsible ownership.
Local Support:
We prioritize supporting local pet businesses and rescue organizations (learn more about how we select rescues), fostering connections within our community.
Inclusive Gatherings:
Our events are designed to be enjoyable for everyone, embracing the diversity of pets and their owners.
Eco-Friendly Practices:
Committed to sustainability, we integrate eco-friendly initiatives into every aspect of our festival to minimize our environmental impact.
Our Purpose
UNLEASH Pet Fest was created to give families and their pets a fun, meaningful outdoor experience in Cornwall. Guided by Beth A.’s vision, our purpose is to celebrate the special bond between people and their animals while building a stronger, more connected community.
As a non-profit event, our goal isn’t to generate profit—it’s to support local rescues, promote responsible and compassionate pet ownership, and create a space where people of all ages can come together through pet-focused fun. All funds raised go directly into covering essential costs like permits, insurance, rentals, and advertising. Anything left over is reinvested into future festivals or donated to animal-related causes.
Our small but passionate team currently runs the event on a volunteer basis. As the festival grows, we hope to sustainably compensate the time and effort it takes to bring this community event to life—because building something this special takes both heart and hard work.
Thanks for being part of the UNLEASH mission!
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