Feature

Paw Patrol

If joy had a soundtrack, it would be barks and belly rubs at Horizon West Pet Fest.

There are two types of people in the world: those who live with pets… and those who are blessed by them. From dogs who welcome you home like you’ve returned from war (after a 6-minute Publix run) to cats who tolerate your existence like you’re a slightly disappointing roommate, our animals bring joy, comedy, and respectable levels of chaos to daily life. So we grabbed our camera, followed the trail of tiny pawprints, and showed up at Horizon West’s Pet Fest—a blur of wagging tails, sweater-wearing supermodels, and enthusiastic humans who love them dearly. Ready your heart.

Yecel and Noah

5 yr old Corgi with Shetland Sheepdog

(L to R)
Frankie – 8 yr old Morkie
Margo – 4 yr old Morkie
Mandi – 15 month old Silver Mini Schnauzer
Allie – 3 yr old Chihuahua

If your pet is one of these 18 furry all-stars, you helped make a difference! Your generous donation through these photos helped raise $600 to support Polka Dogz Pet Rescue.

Want to know more
about the adorable adoptables available
at Polka Dogz?
Scan here!

More Articles

Flavor

The best way to tackle the Winter Garden Farmers Market? Come early, pace yourself, and wear something with stretch.

Feature, On The Cover

For Kristine Young, Little Giant is more than a pop-up—it’s a flavorful translation of her mother’s hands, heritage, and instinct.

Feature

Six locals. Six orders they won’t stop thinking about. These are the dishes our readers swear by—and reorder without hesitation.

Feature

Inside Amy Drew Thompson’s world of deadlines, discovery, and the dishes that define a city.