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Pet Matters

Bunfest Attracts Hundreds for most of the day, which reinforces the need and desire for

Of Critter Lovers And Raises this type of event.”

Apex Pavers & Pools, Monterey Animal Clinic, TCPalm,
Funds Oxbow Animal Health and Supreme Petfoods generously
sponsored Bunfest.
Some 400 people and 40 critters enjoyed the 13th Annual Photos by Doreen Poreba
Southeast Bunfest, organized by the Humane Society of the
Treasure Coast, held at The Flagler Center of Stuart on April
27. Bunfest is the largest event entirely dedicated to critters
in the Southeast United States. The event raised more than
$8,000, which will benefit the Palm City’s shelter animals.
During the event, one
bunny found it’s “fur-ever”
home. Bunfest also provided
an opportunity for guests
to bring their own rabbit or Heidi Knight and Henry
guinea pig for fun activities. Knight participating in a Angela Miranda of Oxbow,
They included grooming by dance contest at Bunfest. one of the Bunfest sponsors
Space Coast Bunnies and
getting creative glamour
photos by Critter Pics. Four Event Coordinator Alyssa Bean stands next to Unity of Stuart
educational seminars also Prayer Chaplain Jerry Petell as he delivers an animal blessing.
were held.
Additional special
features of this one-day
educational, family-fun
event included a Hop ‘n’ Jennifer Gonzalez with her
Flop Shop, a Kid’s Zone pet bunny, Herb
sponsored by Little Medical
School, face painting courtesy of Joellen Schillaci, an animal
blessing delivered by Unity of Stuart Prayer Chaplain Jerry
Petell, a Rainbow Bridge Memorial, bidding on over 25 raffle
items and musical entertainment from D.J. Kyrell. Morocco’s
Tacos and Shark Shack also were on site accommodating Posing with the bunnies: Lynn and Kevin McMahon, Mandy
guests. and John Coleman
“Bunfest is a true family event with activities for all ages,”
said Sarah Fisher, communications manager of the Humane Guests Elizabeth and Ryan Frankenbery with Pumpkin and
Society of the Treasure Coast. “Our attendance was steady Patches

Sarah Fisher gives a demonstration using the Bunfest mascot
during an educational seminar.

Sue Park and Tracy Steffen greeted guests at Bunfest. Guests Laritza and Nori Galaxy show off their pet bunny.

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