{"id":149158,"date":"2026-02-09T19:10:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T19:10:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/149158\/"},"modified":"2026-02-09T19:10:49","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T19:10:49","slug":"orlandos-paws-in-the-park-supports-local-pet-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/149158\/","title":{"rendered":"Orlando’s Paws in the Park supports local pet needs"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Hundreds of dogs and their owners packed Lake Eola over the weekend for a \u201cPawsome\u201d event to support local pets in need.<\/p>\n

The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando hosted the 32nd annual Paws in the Park, recognized as one of the largest pet festivals in the country.<\/p>\n

The annual fundraiser provides resources for the Pet Alliance to manage rescue operations and animal care throughout the region.<\/p>\n

Photos: Paws in the Park at Lake Eola raises thousands to support local animals <\/a><\/p>\n

The festival featured a variety of activities for pets and their owners, including an agility course and a dog costume contest. <\/p>\n

Attendees also visited with local vendors and met adoptable pets available through the Pet Alliance.<\/p>\n

WFTV\u2019s Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry served as the emcee for the annual gathering. <\/p>\n

The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando will use the funds raised to provide care for more than 4,000 dogs and cats throughout the remainder of the year.<\/p>\n

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