“Pittsburgh Pet Expo”的意思、由来-开放百科全书

The Pittsburgh Pet Expo^[1] is a consumer pet trade show that takes place annually in mid-Autumn at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center located in Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. With an estimated 14,000 spectators^[2] during the three days, the Pittsburgh Pet Expo is the second largest consumer pet trade show in the United States,^[3] covering over 2 1/2 acres of indoor space. The event originated in 2004,^[4] with an ever-widening national recognition as one of the premier pet events in the country. The event is highlighted by the annual Pet Olympics which includes the International Judges Association (IJA) sanctioned Rescue Me Rodeo Grooming Competitions, Dock Diving,^[5] National Dachshund Races, and various Agility competitions.

The event hosts roughly 250 local and national exhibitors and over 30 Animal Rescue Groups. In addition to the exhibits of pet-related products & services, the event hosts various types of entertainment and other hands-on activities.^[6] Dogs have made up the majority of pets accompanying owners, but cats, birds, lizards and other animals also participate.^[7]

Major sponsorships

Long running sponsors include Healthy Pet Products and VCA Animal Hospitals.{{citation needed|date=August 2016}}

Social media presence

The Pittsburgh Pet Expo provides important event information and updates from their social media platforms on Facebook and Twitter.^[8]^[9]

References

1. ^{{cite web|title=Pittsburgh Pet Expo|url=http://pghpetexpo.com/|website=Pghpetexpo.com|accessdate=30 August 2016}}
2. ^{{cite web|last1=Wilson Fuoco|first1=Linda|title=Pet Expo lures thousands of families, pets Downtown|url=http://www.post-gazette.com/local/city/2006/10/09/Pet-Expo-lures-thousands-of-families-pets-Downtown/stories/200610090169|website=Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|accessdate=30 August 2016}}
3. ^{{cite web|last1=Lang|first1=Heather|title=Furry Tails: Pittsburgh Pet Expo Returns To Convention Center|url=http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2015/10/19/furry-tails-pittsburgh-pet-expo-returns-to-convention-center/|website=CBS Pittsburgh}}
4. ^{{cite web|last1=Gormly|first1=Kellie B.|title=Pet owners, animals converge Downtown for Pet Expo|url=http://triblive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/ae/more/s_260849.html|website=TribLIVE|accessdate=30 August 2016}}
5. ^{{cite web|last1=Arbogast|first1=Sarah|title=Over 150 Exhibits Featured At Annual Pet Expo|url=http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2012/11/02/over-150-exhibits-featured-at-annual-pet-expo/|website=CBS Pittsburgh|accessdate=30 August 2016}}
6. ^{{cite web|title=WTAE Editorial: Family fun at the Pittsburgh Pet Expo|url=http://www.wtae.com/news/wtae-editorial-family-fun-at-the-pittsburgh-pet-expo/36009318|website=WTAE Pittsburgh|accessdate=30 August 2016}}
7. ^{{cite web|last1=Williams|first1=Candy|title=Pet expo offers services, fun for animals, owners|url=http://triblive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/lifestyles/family/s_531963.html|website=TribLIVE|accessdate=30 August 2016}}
8. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/PittsburghPetExpo/|title=Pittsburgh Pet Expo|website=Facebook.com|accessdate=10 December 2018}}
9. ^{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/pittpetexpo|title=Pittsburgh Pet Expo (@PittPetExpo) - Twitter|website=Twitter.com|accessdate=10 December 2018}}