Event Information
Ultimate Family Event!
The Canadian Pet Expo is an absolute pet friendly family event. Whether your family member is a furry, feathery, or scaley friend, we canβt wait to meet them! We understand that not all pets are socialized in a large community setting, so please be your petsβ best advocate and make sure they are comfortable attending.
Worried about bathroom breaks and accidents?
The CPE offers two dog rest stations onsite, and same day re-entry with a stamp. We also understand that bathroom accidents happen but donβt worry, your VIP bag will have a poop bag to scoop up those accidents and we also have a specialized team on-hand to assist clean-up!
Bringing your pet to the expo?
Please download, complete, and print the pet waiver prior to the event. All pets must be on a 48β non-retractable lead and no greater. May we suggest a stroller or carrier for small pets so they can enjoy the Expo as well?
Sarah Carson & Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show
The Canadian Pet Expo is thrilled to announce the return of Sara Carson and her Super Collies to the Spring CPE! AND joining Sara is the Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show β yes the same performers you saw on Americaβs Got Talent! Sara and the Canine Stars will be making their Eastern Canada debut at the Spring CPE, and we canβt wait to welcome them to the Expo.
The high-flying Canine Stars educational entertainment act features a world-class team of dog trainers and their adopted dogs from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, The Netherlands and South Korea. The Stars have been touring North America since 2012 β and are now making a stop at the 2023 Spring Canadian Pet Expo! Everyone loves dogs these days, and the Canine Stars dogs are not only professional athletes, they are loveable pets that adore meeting their audience too. You will laugh, cheer, and have a blast watching big air stunts, frisbee freestyle routines, high jumping, agility and other extreme dog sports. Did you catch their act on Americaβs Got Talent in 2021? Nowβs your chance to see The Canine Stars in person!
Show runs three times daily – schedule coming soon.
Spring Canine Fun Zone
A tired dog is a happy dog, and do we have activities for them! Have a barktastic time watching your pal race and romp around our 2 Lure Courses and bring home an action photo to remember the fun. Prefer a splashing good time?
Check out the Aqua Dogs Dock Diving installation, watch the pros at play (wet dog anyone?) and even let your little athlete give it a try. We canβt promise you wonβt get wet β there is a splash zone!
Announcing a new feature for the 2023 Spring CPE β Gemini K9 Obedience & Training Demo Show! This exciting and engaging show by the professionals at Gemini K9 will demonstrate various aspects of canine training both entertaining and educational. Schedule TBD – We canβt wait!
TICA Cat Show
Hosted by Worlds Best Cat Litter
TICA is the largest cat registry in Canada and the world. From the Abyssinian to the Sphynx many of the greatest breeds of cats and their giant personalities will be on hand for the weekend. For two full days cats will be seeking important points in the judging rings looking for that championship title. It all makes sense that this great cat event is hosted by the Worlds Best Cat Litter family.
Celebrity Pet Appearances
The Expo isnβt complete without our special guests β bring your cameras and snap a selfie with our Celebrity Pets who will be onsite throughout the weekend for Meet Nβ Greets and more! Get ready for extreme cuteness!
Featuring:
The Furry Beauties
Dozer the Pig
Molly the Fire Dog
The Easter Bunny
And more to come!
Small Animal Village
Welcome to the CPE Small Animal Village β big personalities come in small packages! Many families have been engaging in the world of small animal adoptions, so we are excited to showcase breeders, rescues, and specialty products for hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits and other small pets.
The Bird Zone
The Canadian Pet Expo would not be complete without birds! Whether you are a new bird owner, considering this type of pet ownership, or have responsibly cared for birds your entire life, join us at the Spring CPE for you chance to meet Canadaβs leading pet avian specialty shop owner in this unique, one of a kind Bird Zone. Enjoy the colourful Parade of Breeds, engage with Ethical Parrot Owners and chat with the breeders at Homesteadβs Hatchery. The Bird Zone is a paradise for our Feathered Friends! Stay tuned for more information!
CKC Canine Good Neighbour
The Canine Good Neighbour Program is a 12-step test, that when completed successfully, will ensure that one of our most favoured companions, the dog, is accepted as a valued member of our communities right across the country. Any pet dog can participate, please book this busy certification test in advance to avoid disappointment. For more details please visit the CKC Canine Good Neighbour website. Booking will open in the New Year.
ODGA Demonstration
Join grooming professionals from Ontario Dog Groomerβs Association as they demonstrate basics of canine grooming care and how your dog will benefit from the care of professional groomers. Questions and audience interaction is encouraged during these informative demos. Official schedule coming soon!
Puppy Love Spa & OPAWS Grooming Demonstration
Welcome to the colourful world of artistic and creative pet grooming! Puppy Love Spa and OPAWZ will dazzle the senses using the colours of the rainbow to safely and artistically groom their canine friends.
Official schedule coming soon!
