Explore Pet Care Events in Charlottesville This October
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Charlottesville is a great place for pet owners looking to provide their furry companions with top-notch care. October 2024 is packed with events that offer expert veterinary advice, wellness checkups, and activities to help you maintain your pet’s health and happiness. Whether you’re looking to adopt a pet, attend a wellness clinic, or engage in pet-friendly activities, this list highlights the best pet care events happening in and around Charlottesville this month.
1. Healthy Pet Clinic Day
College of Veterinary Medicine
Date: October 3, 2024
Location: Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA
Free wellness exams, vaccinations, and flea/tick prevention services. Open to low-income pet owners. Early appointments are encouraged.
2. Paws to Celebrate: Fundraising Event
Date: October 5, 2024
Location: Old Trail Golf Club, Crozet
Details: A gala to support the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA. Enjoy a pet-friendly cocktail hour and silent auction to benefit homeless animals in the area.
3. Piedmont Pets Pet Adoption Day
Date: October 7, 2024
Location: Piedmont Pets Veterinary Care, Charlottesville
A special adoption event featuring dogs and cats looking for their forever homes. Veterinary consultations will also be available for new pet owners.
4. Pet Wellness Day
Date: October 9, 2024
Location: Old Dominion Animal Hospital, Charlottesville
Bring your pets for a free wellness check, including dental care tips, weight management, and general health screenings​.
5. Dog Obedience and Training Workshop
Date: October 12, 2024
Location: Rivanna Dog Park, Charlottesville
This workshop, led by local trainers, will help pet owners with basic obedience, socialization techniques, and leash training.
6. Fall Furry Friends Fest
Date: October 14, 2024
Location: IX Art Park, Charlottesville
A community event featuring pet health vendors, grooming stations, adoption booths, and activities for your pets to enjoy, such as agility courses.
7. Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic
Date: October 16, 2024
Location: Charlottesville Pet Clinic
Offering discounted vaccines for dogs and cats and free flea/tick prevention consultations.
8. Exotic Pet Care & Wellness Day
Date: October 20, 2024
Location: Old Dominion Animal Hospital, Charlottesville
Designed for exotic pet owners, this event will cover health checks, diet advice, and preventive care for reptiles, birds, and small mammals.
9. Senior Pet Health Fair
Date: October 22, 2024
Location: Charlottesville Veterinary Clinic
This event, aimed at senior pets, offers specialized checkups and advice on managing aging-related health issues such as arthritis, mobility, and nutrition.
10. Howl-o-Ween Pet Costume Parade
Date: October 28, 2024
Location: The Shops at Stonefield, Charlottesville
Celebrate Halloween with your pet. Dress them up in costumes and join in for a parade. Prizes will be awarded for the best-dressed pets.
