FAMILY PET SHOWS

Sponsorship Opportunities

from the Producers of

Long Island Pet Expo in the Park Sept. 15-16, 2018

Connecticut Pet Expo Oct. 27-28, 2018

The Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo Jan. 11-13, 2019

Lehigh Valley Family Pet Show Jan. 25-27, 2019

Long Island Family Pet Expo March 2-3, 2019

Morgantown Pet Expo March 23-24, 2019

WWW.FAMILYPETSHOWS.COM

PET INDUSTRY STATISTICS

According to the 2017APPA National Pet Owners Survey, 68% of U.S. households own a pet, which equates to 84.6 million homes.

In 1988, the first year the survey was conducted, 56% of U.S. households owned a pet as compared to 68% in 2017

Breakdown of pet ownership in the U.S. according to the 2016-2017 APPA National Pet Owners Survey

Number of U.S. Households that Own a Pet (millions)

Dog 60.2 Cat 47.1 Freshwater Fish 12.5 Small Animal/Bird 14.6

Total Number of Pets Owned in the U.S. (millions)

Dog 89.7 Cat 94.2 Freshwater Fish 139.3 Small Animal/Bird 34.3

Total U.S. Pet Industry Expenditures

Year Billion 2017 $69.36 estimate 2016 $66.75 2015 $60.28 2014 58.04 2013 55.72 2012 53.33

“During XLVI, dogs featured prominently in commercials that were not even pet related-Ads selling cars, beer and chips. And Animal Planet’s Bowl and Kitten Bowl, offers counter programming. Pet parenting and pets as members of the family is not just a trend, but a long term societal shift favoring even greater spending on the pet market in the years to come.”

Pet Expo Statistics

THE SHOWS

Our PET SHOWS are designed to educate and entertain the public about the fascinating and wonderfully varied world of pets. The Shows are family oriented events featuring hands-on petting experiences, pet adoptions, educational demonstrations & seminars, special attractions, shopping and entertaining exhibits!! 68% of American Households have more than one pet living in the house as a family member

1.) 84% said their pets make family and home lives emotionally and physically healthier

2.) 63% are more likely to lose their temper with family members than with their pets

3.) 79% believe that with increasing technology in the home, pets help create a healthy balance

4.) 70% said pets help with stress

5.) 84% include pets in household leisure activities

OUR ATTENDEES

 Female = 68% Male = 32%

 Avg. Age Demos = 25-45 yrs. 43% 46+ yrs. 30%

 Household Income - $100,000+ = 26% $55K-$99K = 65%

 Married = 50%

 46% have children living in their household

 54% Attended with more than one child

 75% have more than one pet

 72% own their own home

 800 to 1200 Pet Owners signed waiver forms and brought their pets

BUYING POWER OF OUR ATTENDEES

 48% Spent over $50.00 at the show

 63% Came with the intention of buying from various vendors

 20% Came to buy a specific product

 65% Generally buy pet products at a “Pet Store”

 68% Spent between 2-4 hours at the show

 72% bought or will buy from vendors FACEBOOK FRIENDS: 10,552 follow Female 88% Male 11% 18-24 5% 25-34 20% 35-44 25% 45-54 25% 55-64 15% 65+ 7%

WEBSITE STATS: Google Analytic 2018 (Jan-Mar) Sessions 86,252 Users 59,699 Page Views: 261,008 2017 Sessions: 107,679 Users: 76,332 Page Views: 281,636 2016 Sessions: 88, 968 Users: 62,853 Page Views: 239,623 “Thank you for the amazing weekend! We were so grateful for the opportunity to be part of your fantastic event!” Pinups for Pitbulls, Inc.

“I love taking my daughters to the pet show every year!” Joy A. Brendel

“The staff at the Pet Expo was great! We are a group of 10 year olds and started a project to help all the pets affected by Hurricane Sandy. When we contacted the Pet Expo and asked for their help, they opened their doors for us. We can’t wait to go to our next Pet Expo.” Do It Duo For Pets

“Congratulations on the great success of your shows. We have participated in many events for several years and have never had the quality of sales as we did at your shows. We are seasoned exhibitors and know quality promoters. You certainly are on the top of the list….and made an incredible effort to bring in a great family crowd. Thanks for all your efforts and we will no doubt be participating in your future shows.” Bill and Debbie Lynch, The Ultimate Leash

Pet Show Advertising and Promotions

In Addition to the Billboards, our advertising program includes:

RADIO (more than 22 stations) CABLE & TV (1-5 TV station segments in each area) DIRECT MAIL (8-9,000 postcards to prior attendees) PRINT NEWSPAPERS (each daily and weeklies in each market) WEB, FACEBOOK EMAIL BLASTS (40,585 attendees, 4445 vendors) RETAIL EXPOSURE (posters and coupons in stores) NANCY HASSEL PUBLIC RELATIONS

Google Advertising on a daily basis generates 75-120 clicks per day an average of 3.95 page visits per click

PHOTOS COURTESY OF AMERIACN PET PROFESSIONALS RESCUES AND ASSOCIATIONSTHAT WE SUPPORT AT THE SHOW

A Helping Wing Parrot Rescue Lehigh Valley Pitbull Awareness Club Aardvark Animal Rescue Justice Rescue Adopt A Boxer Kent Animal Shelter AFC Ferret Rescue Kitty Nap All About Spay Neuter Inc. Last Chance Animal Rescue All They Need is Love Animal Rescue League for Animal Protection of Huntington, Inc. Almost Home Animal Rescue & Adoption Inc. LI Golden Retriever Rescue, Inc. Animal Rescue Fund Peaceable Kingdom Animal Rescue League of Berks County Outcast Rescue Animal Rescue R Us Linda Ann's Greyhound Rescue Beds for Pets Little Miracles Rabbit Rescue Bark For Life of Western Berks Little Shelter Animal Rescue Berks County 4H Rabbit & Cavy Club Long Island Field Trial Retriever Club Brandywine SPCA Long Island Parrot Society Connecticut Parrot Rescue Love For Paws Cane Corso Rescue, Inc. Main Line Animal Rescue Canine Companions for Independence Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League Cats Love Noah’s Ark Rescue and Sanctuary Connecticut Humane Society New York Bully Crew Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue New York State Retriever Rescue Cold Nose Warm Heart Dog Rescue No Nonsense Neutering Common Sense for Animals Northport Cat Rescue Association Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue One by One, Inc Diamond in the Ruff Dog Rescue Only Maine Coons Rescue Diamond's Hope for Dogs PAWsibilities Animal Rescue Inc. First State Greyhound Rescue PAWSibilities Animal Rescue Inc. Flying Fur Animal Rescue Pennsylvania SPCA Forever Yours Rescue Pig Placement Network French Bulldog Rescue Network Precious Pups Rescue Furever Home Doberman Rescue) Purrfect Pals, Inc Gimme Shelter Animal Rescue Save a Tail Greene Street Animal Rescue Second Chance for Animals Greyhound Angels Adoption Shelter Link Greytful Hearts Greyhound Rescue Rags to Riches Animal Rescue Live Love Bark Rescue That Newfoundland Place Del Val Rabbit and Cavy Breeders C& H Animal Rescue Harley Haven Dog Rescue The Buddy Rescue Foundation Harnessed To Hope Northern Breed Rescue Tail to Paw Animal Support Hemlock Edge Rescue Kindred Spirits Have a Heart Guinea Pig Rescue The Shelter Animal Project Animal House Project Brookhaven Animal Rescue Alliance Grateful Greyhounds Tri State Basset Rescue LVPAC Mostly Mutts Rescue Lamancha Animal Rescue Otterhound Club of America PACT for Animals Peaceful Paws Dog Town Rescue Tri State Sheltie Rescue Suffolk County SPCA Sammy’s Voice Pittbull Rescue Urgent Death Row Dogs TLC Rescue Pets 4 Luv Sunrays Pit Bull Rescue Salfid Recue Southampton Animal Shelter Helping the Helpless Pets Wags Rescue and Referral Paws to Freedom Sylvester’s Legacy of Pit Bull Awareness Yorkie 911 Rescue

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS

World of Dogs Program - Demonstrations and in our dog ring including

Gail Mirabella & her Dynamo Dogs, Diana Frohman & her Dancing Dogs, Johnny Peers & the Mutville Mix,

Frisbee Demonstrations, Obedience Drill Team and Agility, K9 Police Dog Demonstrations and more

Parade of Breeds, Pet Costume Contest, Canine Good Citizen Testing, Berks County Sherriff’s Office K9 Unit

DogLoversDays Lure Course Dachshund Derby

Flyball Tournament

Rainforest Reptile Educational Shows & the Mobile Interactive Van, The Butterfly Experience

Championship Cat Show with over 100 cats and many different breeds

Rescue and Adoption Area

Petting Zoo

Rabbit Hopping

Birds, Alpacas, PiggyVilla, Birds of Prey

*(please check individual shows for the attractions as not all attractions are at each show)

PRESS COVERAGE INCLUDES: TELEVISION: ABC, CBS, FOX 5, FOX & FRIENDS, FIOS, NEWS 12 (LI & NJ); NEWSPAPERS: NEWSDAY, PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, MONTGOMERY NEWS, MORNING CALL, AND MANY MORE! ALSO FEATURED FACEBOOK, AND MANY BLOGS, WEBSITES AND CHAT ROOMS

JUST STARTED NEW “IN THE NEWS”ON OUR WEBSITE GIVING YOU UPDATED

COVERAGE PetsLIFESTYLE Pet Expo brings dogs, cats and other critters to Long Island

By STACEY ALTHERR [email protected]

For more photos and video you can use the following links: http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/pets/long-island-pet-expo-brings-dogs-cats-and-other-critters-to-brentwood- 1.10000312 http://www.newsday.com/video/long-island-pet-expo-opens-in-brentwood-1.10027638 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/pets/long-island-pet-expo-2015-1.10032428 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/pets/pet-expo-returns-1.9976177 LOCATION DEMOGRAPHICS:

Oaks, Greater Philadelphia, Montgomery County, PA The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is a well known facility that holds many consumer events. It is located so that it is accessible from major cities in the area. and by public transit, with ample on-site parking It is perfectly situated in the immediate suburbs of Philadelphia, a convenient driving distance from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware locations as well as a slightly longer but viable trip from the New York and Washington, DC metropolitan areas.

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center serves the growing tri-state region of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with up to 230,000 square feet of exhibition space on a single floor and over 5,000 free on- site parking spaces.

As of the census of 2010, Montgomery County has a population of 799,874, with a female person percent of 51.5%. There was a 0.5% change in population from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2011. Montgomery County’s population grew about 10.6% as of the 2000 census. The racial make-up of the county was 79% White non-Hispanic, 8.7% Black or African American, 0.1% Native American or Alaskan Native, 6.4% Asian and 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. Between, 2006-2010, Montgomery County was the home for 56,224 veterans. There was 44.2% of Montgomery County’s population that is 25+ years of age or older with a Bachelor’s degree or higher. 9.3% of the population is foreign born. The median household income in Montgomery County is $76,380. The per capita money income is $40,076. The total number of house units in Montgomery County is 327,140; the homeownership rate is 74.2%. Housing units in multi-unit structures is 24.1%. Median value of owner-occupied housing units is $297,200 with 306,661 households. There are 2.51 persons per household.

Lehigh Valley, Allentown PA The Ag-Hall at the Allentown Fairgrounds is a well known facility that holds many consumer events. Located in Lehigh Valley County, the Allentown area is a convenient destination with easy access to major roadways I-78, Rt. 222, and the PA Tpke. The Agri-Plex at the Allentown Fairgrounds is a well known facility with 2 halls and over 3000 free on-site parking spaces.

The Lehigh Valley known officially by the United States Census Bureau as the Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, PA-NJ metropolitan area. The core population centers are located in southern and central Lehigh and Northampton counties along U.S. Highway 22 and Interstate 78

The Lehigh Valley is the fastest growing and third most populous region in the state of Pennsylvania with a population of 821,623 residents as of the 2010 U.S. Census. It is eclipsed in total population only by the metropolitan areas of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. It is the 64th most populated metropolitan area in the United States. Lehigh County, the Valley's largest county in terms of overall population, is amongst the fastest growing in the nation as well, ranking in the 79th percentile for population growth between 2010-2012. It is part of the New York City metropolitan area.

As of the census of 2010, Lehigh Valley population was 647,232 with a female person percent of 51.2%. There was a +1.2% change in population from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2011. As of the census 2010, Lehigh Valley was 82.3% white, 5.7% Black or African American, 2.7% Asian, .3% Native American, and 2.9% were two or more races. 16.1% population was of Hispanic or Latino ancestry. Between, 2006-2010, Lehigh Valley was the home for 56,422 veterans. There was 22.3% of Lehigh Valley population that is 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree of higher. 6.9% of the population is foreign born. The median household income in Lehigh Valley is $58,358. The per capita money income is $26,988. The total number of house units in Lehigh Valley is 297,997; the home ownership rate 68.8%. Housing units in multi-unit structures is 18.4%. Median Value of owner-occupied housing units is $187,966 with 271,406 households. There are 2.5 persons per household. Long Island, NY: Suffolk Community College Health, Sports and Education Center, Brentwood, LI, NY The Health, Sports and Education Center is located on Michael J. Grant Campus Brentwood. It is conveniently located in western Suffolk County on Long Island, immediately off the Long Island Expressway at exit 53. Easy access from all parts of Long Island.

The Suffolk Community College Expo facility is located in the center of Long Island with easy access off the LI Expressway. The Long Island region is a highly diverse mix of both urban and suburban living with a population of over 2.8 million and a median household income of over $85,000.

Suffolk and Nassau counties together are generally referred to as “Long Island” by area residents- as distinct from the New York City boroughs of Queens (Queens County) and Brooklyn (Kings County), which geographically make up the island’s western end. In 2005, Forbes Magazine named Suffolk County, along with Nassau County, New York, as the safest region in the United States, with the lowest crime rate.

Long Island is the most populated island in any U.S. state or territory, 17th most populous island in the world. The popular density is 5,402 inhabitants per square mile. Long Island’s population is greater than 38 of the 50 United States. If it were an independent nation, Long Island would rank as the 96th most populated nation.

AS of the census of 2010, Suffolk County had a population of 1,493,350, with a female person percent of 50.8%. There was a +0.4% change in population from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2011. The racial makeup of the county was 85.9% White, 8.1% African American, 0.6% Native American, 3.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 17% Hispanic or Latino.

Between 2006-2010, Suffolk County was the home for 93,310 veterans. There was 31.9% of Suffolk County’s population that is 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher. 14% of the population is foreign born. The median household income in Suffolk County is $84,506. The per capita money income is $35,755. The total number of house units in Bergen County is 572,995; the homeownership rate is 81.4%. Housing units in multi-unit structures is 14.3%. Median value of owner-occupied housing units $424,200 with 495,289 households. There are 2.93 persons per household.

Suffolk County is largely suburban; it is the fourth most populous county in the state, with 1,493,350 people. Suffolk County is the largest of the Long Island counties and the second largest of 62 in the state. In 2008, Forbes magazine released American Community Survey and named Suffolk County number 4 in its list of the top 25 richest counties in American. Suffolk County ranks at number 21 on the list of the most populous counties in the United States.

AS of the census of 2010, Nassau County had a population of 1,338,532, with a female person percent of 51.6%. There was a +0.4% change in population from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2011. The racial makeup of the county was 77.7% White, 12% African American, 0.5% Native American, 8.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 15% Hispanic or Latino. Between 2006-2010, Nassau County was the home for 70,768 veterans. There was 40.9% of Nassau County’s population that is 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher. 20.7% of the population is foreign born. The median household income in Nassau County is $93,613. The per capita money income is $41,387. The total number of house units in Nassau County is 468,593; the homeownership rate is 82.1%. Housing units in multi-unit structures is 20.9%. Median value of owner-occupied housing units $487,900 with 442,833 households. There are 2.95 persons per household.

In 2010 Forbes Magazine released its American Community Survey and named Nassau county number 12 in its list of top 25 richest counties in American. The survey also named Nassau County the number one richest county per capita in the state of New York. Morgantown, Berks County Pennsylvania The Morgantown Center is in southern Berks County and also in Lancaster County. It is centrally located to Reading, Lancaster and York, PA and has easy access off the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

As of the census of 2010 there were 415,271 people, 154,356 households and 106,532 families residing in the county. The population density was 479 people per square mile. 76.9% white non-hispanic, 4.9% African American 0.3% Native American, 1.3% Asian, There is a large Pennsylvania Dutch population.

It is known as part of Pennsylvania Dutch Country. According to Muninetguide, the median household income for Berks County as of 2010 is $54,105. According to patchworknation.org Berks County is classified as a Monied ‘Burb.

There were 154,105 households out of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52% WERE MARRIED COUPLES, 12% had a female householder and 31% were non-families. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.08

Hartford, Connecticut Hartford is the capital of Connecticut and as of the 2010 census the population was 124,775 making it the 3rd largest city in Connecticut. The Connecticut Pet Expo will be held at the XL Center in Hartford. It is a well- known facility with easy access off the major highways. (Previously a Jenks Production show for the last 24 years so it is a well know show in the area)

As of the census of 2010, there were 124,775 people, 44,986 households and 27,171 families residing in the city. The population density was 7,025.5 people per square mile. There were 50,644 housing units at an average density of 2,926.5 per square miles

House Median Income, $82,430

DON’T FORGET TO ASK ABOUT OUR SHOW PROGRAM ADVERTISING WE GIVE A PROGRAM TO EACH ATTENDEE

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

WORLD OF DOGS PROGRAM: Probably the most extensive presentation of the Dog World at any Pet Expo. Set in a large, carpeted arena-like setting this program is designed to entertain and educate the family on the many things you can do with your dog. Programs and entertainment includes obedience demonstrations, agility performances set to music, fly ball, Frisbee, a parade of breeds drill team, match racing and much more. It's truly one of the highlights of the Pet Expo and attracts huge crowds with all family members enjoying the high energy performances

RESCUES, SHELTERS, ADOPTION NETWORK: At all of the Pet Expos we recognize the need for the public to learn about the available pets that are up for adoption and need a loving home. We designed an area specifically for those organizations that cannot afford to participate but have a significant story to tell the pet owning public. Your Company can adopt a specific organization or sponsor the whole area.

DEMONSTRATION AREA: The Stage or demonstration area includes our special attractions such as Rainforest Reptiles Shows, Parrot Shows and Bird Club demonstrations, Birds of Prey Program, grooming, Pet First Aid and CPR, Book Readings, etc. The stage is used all weekend at the Pet Expo and the schedule can be amended to the sponsor’s needs for all shows.

PET FASHION SHOW: We invite the attendees to bring their pets in full costume to enter our very popular fashion show, costume contest and parade. It is a crowd favorite. This includes pre show publicity and winners posted on website and Facebook after the show.

PARADE OF BREEDS: Enter your dog in the Parade of Breeds. Open to purebred dogs 6 months of age and up. There is no fee to enter but everyone must pay the admission fee to the show. Pets must be healthy, free from parasites and have all necessary shots.

TICA CHAMPIONSHIP CAT SHOW A TICA championship cat show is held each year at our Lehigh Valley Pet Expo and has now been added to all of our shows. It is a very popular event on the circuit with over 150 cats entered and a parade of breeds presented to the public each day. This is an officially sanctioned event. WE CAN TAILOR A SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE FOR YOU. Just give us a call!

Our Sponsorships come in four sizes: $15,000, $7500, $5000 or $2500 contact us for the details and what you get.