OPEI announces TurfMutt adoption event at GIE+EXPO

Alexandria, Va. – OPEI announced a new event for TurfMutt: the inaugural TurfMutt Adoption Event, “MUTT MADNESS.”

MUTT MADNESS, in partnership with the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS), takes place Thursday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Freedom Hall at the Kentucky Exposition Center during GIE+EXPO. TurfMutt and the show also will donate a $10,000 check to KHS to support their good work in animal rehabilitation, rescue and adoption.

“Why are we doing this? Well, parents know kids want a house with a yard because kids want a house with a dog,” says Kris Kiser, OPEI president. “And, who knows your yard best? Your dog. Who empowers the making of that yard? The exhibitors, partners and attendees of GIE+EXPO. It made sense to pull them together.” He notes that the event is also ideal for pet adoption because thousands of GIE+EXPO attendees drive to the event, making it easier for them to bring home a rescued pet.

“We are thrilled to partner with OPEI and TurfMutt to raise awareness about pet adoption,” says Robin Vincent, Kentucky Humane Society’s shelter director. “In shelters across the country, there are wonderful animals waiting for families to love them.”

 “Our ‘show dogs’ and puppies at MUTT MADNESS will hail from the Kentucky Humane Society, which operates the Louisville animal shelters and will process adoption paperwork,” says Kiser. GIE+EXPO attendees are encouraged to find their next best friend and own backyard superhero during the TurfMutt event.

“Paw it Forward and give back to our host city by adopting a backyard superhero in need,” says Kiser.