The event also featured a demonstration from the police K9 Unit
The Abu Dhabi Pet Festival returned to capital for first time in three years at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
Four-legged friends took over the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Khalifa City on Saturday
The event featured activities to celebrate all kinds of pets and included a dog agility competition, a pet fashion show and an international cat and dog competition
The event was not limited to only cats and dogs
There was also a petting farm at the event
Veterinary specialists were also on hand to help educate guests about pet care and the resources available in the UAE
An attendee at the Abu Dhabi Pet Festival
Animal owners also have the chance to sign up for photo sessions with their furry friends
All pets entering the venue had to be registered in advance and were required to undergo a vet check
There were all kinds of competitions for pets, with cash prizes up for grabs
The festival is returning for the first time in three years, after taking a break owing to the Covid-19 pandemic
The Abu Dhabi Pet Festival is designed to raise awareness about animal welfare and pet services in the UAE
Attendees at the Abu Dhabi Pet Festival
The event also featured a demonstration from the police K9 Unit
The Abu Dhabi Pet Festival returned to capital for first time in three years at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
Four-legged friends took over the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Khalifa City on Saturday
The event featured activities to celebrate all kinds of pets and included a dog agility competition, a pet fashion show and an international cat and dog competition
The event was not limited to only cats and dogs
There was also a petting farm at the event
Veterinary specialists were also on hand to help educate guests about pet care and the resources available in the UAE
An attendee at the Abu Dhabi Pet Festival
Animal owners also have the chance to sign up for photo sessions with their furry friends
All pets entering the venue had to be registered in advance and were required to undergo a vet check
There were all kinds of competitions for pets, with cash prizes up for grabs
The festival is returning for the first time in three years, after taking a break owing to the Covid-19 pandemic
The Abu Dhabi Pet Festival is designed to raise awareness about animal welfare and pet services in the UAE
Attendees at the Abu Dhabi Pet Festival
The event also featured a demonstration from the police K9 Unit
