Humane Society of Sarasota County to Host its 16th Annual Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest

On Wednesday, October 30th, the Humane Society of Sarasota County will host its 16th Annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest at a fantastic new venue. Phillippi Farmhouse Market will welcome pets of all shapes and sizes dressed in their favorite “Howl-o-Ween” costumes.  

“We are very excited to partner with Phillippi Farmhouse Market this year for our Howl-o-Ween Pet Costume Contest,” remarked Kristi Dorman, Executive Director of HSSC.  “With over 2,000 people expected to attend the Market, we thought it would be a perfect fit for this very popular event. We are also thrilled that Dr. Heidi Ward, owner of Gulfcoast Veterinary, is our title sponsor of the pet costume contest in honor of her beloved dog, Shaney Man,” said Kristi.

The “howlingly” fun pet costume contest will begin at 12:00 noon and prizes will be awarded for such categories as “Spookiest Dog” and best “Dog & Owner Look-a-like”. Those interested in avoiding the lines and entering their pet early, can go to www.hssc.org/howl-o-ween or call 941.955.4131 to register.  Registration the day of the contest will take place from 9:00am-11:30am.  The contest entry fee is just a $10 donation per pet.  All proceeds from the costume contest will benefit the Humane Society of Sarasota County.

Phillipi Farmhouse Market takes place every Wednesday from October through April on the grounds of the Phillippi Estate Park.  The Market features locally grown produce as well as other locally made products.

The Humane Society of Sarasota County is a no-kill shelter and relies solely on private donations, bequests and community support to continue its mission to provide abandoned pets with compassionate care and shelter while promoting responsible pet ownership and securing permanent homes.

The Humane Society of Sarasota County is located at 2331 15th Street, Sarasota FL 34237.  To view all adoptable animals and adoption hours, please visit www.hssc.org.