Calling all animal lovers: Orange County Animal Services hosting 2 major events this month

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — It’s time to bark your calendars: Orange County Animal Services is hosting two major events over the next week.

“These are the two major events we excitedly plan and look forward to each year,” said Diane Summers, manager for Orange County Animal Services. “This year they fall within the same week, which will be double the excitement for anyone who loves animals.”

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First comes the Furry Fall Festival on Wednesday, followed by Barktoberfest on Sunday.

The Furry Fall Festival will run from 2 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Orange County Animal Services, located near the Mall at Millenia. Organizers said the event started five years ago to celebrate the life of former Animal Services Officer Joey Campo, who passed away in 2017.

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During the event, the shelter will waive adoption fees for all available pets. There will also be food trucks, music, and Halloween-themed entertainment.

“Furry Fall Festival is a staff favorite event, with many of us dressing up and taking an opportunity to enjoy the Halloween holiday and time with one another,” Summers said. “Last year’s event resulted in 34 pets finding new homes so we’re hoping to best that.”

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Mitzi Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Shaq Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Scrappy Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Reggie Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Pecorino Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Rex Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Sassparilla Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Mouse Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Ziggy Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Titan Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Ron Jon Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Tonka Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Precious Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Scooby Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Nyla Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Reba Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Cleo Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Beast Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Mickey Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Jack Skellington Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Champayne Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Jagger Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Ficaccio Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Lucky Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Max Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Limerick Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Alabama Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Max Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Candy Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Igor Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Blassian Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Lilypad Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Arden Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Adoptable animals Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (WFTV.com News Staff)

Salem Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Skylar Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Dragon Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Fido Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Beauty Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Mama Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Bunny Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Balckwhite Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Taylor Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Aramis Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Curious Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Diamond Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Capoochino Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Hot Fudge Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Sebastian Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Macaroni Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Jinx Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Bamboo Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Rusty Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Myrtle Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Kroger Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Ziggy Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Boogey Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Wilma Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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Dante Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Glimmer Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Chop Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

Sir Licksalot Orange County Animal Services is waiving adoption fees on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during the Furry Fall Festival. (Orange County Animal Services)

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The 10th annual Barktoberfest is next in the lineup, running from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday at Lake Eola.

“It has been such a blessing to watch Barktoberfest grow year after year,” Summers said. “This is our chance to illuminate the relationship between Animal Services and the rescue community, and to drive the message home that lifesaving is accomplished as a team effort, with these rescue groups needing adopters, foster homes and donations to continue to thrive.”

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Barktoberfest offers pets available for adoption from various rescue groups, as well as free rabies vaccines and microchipping to the public via the Animal Services mobile clinic. The event also features food trucks, entertainment for children, pet-related vendors and a complimentary photo booth.

More information about Barktoberfest can be found on the shelter’s website and on the Facebook event page. More information about the Furry Fall Festival can be found on the Facebook event page.

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