Mansfield, MO. — Trusting K9 Training Center in Mansfield will host Barktober Fall Fest on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering an afternoon of live music, canine demonstrations, local vendors and fall festivities for pet lovers and community members.
The celebration will take place at Trusting K9’s new facility, located at 1002 State Highway U in Mansfield, and will feature a variety of activities for dogs and their owners, as well as entertainment for the entire family.
Live music will begin at 11 a.m. with No Days Off performing until 1 p.m. The group will feature a mix of acoustic, rock, country, pop and classic hits. Kyle Rummens will take the stage from 1 to 3 p.m., performing classic and country music.
Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to watch canine demonstrations and learn about various aspects of dog training and care.
Heather Lowell, known as The K9 Advocate, will present a demonstration on service dog skills. Lowell, a NePoPo Gold Multiplicator, will also provide a demonstration of basic obedience training using the NePoPo method.
Additional presentations will include a veterinary health demonstration by Dr. Marsy Diehl, DVM, and a shed hunting demonstration by Jason MacPherson.
Other festival highlights will include a silent auction, dog costume contest and vendors from across the state. Visitors can browse vendor booths, enjoy food and autumn treats and participate in activities celebrating the fall season.
The event is designed to bring together dog owners, animal enthusiasts and families while providing opportunities to learn more about canine training, health and activities.
The festival will also feature participation from organizations and businesses, including All Creatures Pet Hospital and Two Arrows Farming Outdoors.
Additional information about Barktober Fall Fest is available at Barktoberfallfest.com or trustingk9.com. Event information can also be found on Facebook under Barktober Fall Fest or at givebutter.com/c/BarktoberFallFest26.
For questions or more information, email barktoberfallfest@gmail.com.
