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Pet-Palooza returns with more family fun, a greater purpose

Jasmine takes in the day on Sept. 14, during Orland Township’s Pet-Palooza. Photos by Adam Jomant/22nd Century Media
Katie (right) and Jaxon get their photo taken inside of a fire truck on Sept. 14 during Orland Township’s Pet-Palooza.
Keegan MacDonald gives Toby a treat during Pet-Palooza.
Miles Recchia drops down an inflatable slide at Pet-Palooza.
Eric Donner performs at Pet-Palooza.
Mike Bodnar with with his dog Koda at Pet-Palooza.
Firefighter Charlie Duer helps Omar Anqawi down from a truck at Pet-Palooza.
Marie Ryan paints the face Renee Mager
Sandy Velnick and her dogs Taco and Harley compete in a best dressed competition.
Amanda Del Buono, Freelance Reporter
3:44 pm CDT September 17, 2019
Between Aug. 1 and 31, Chicago Animal Care & Control took in more than 1,000 animals. That is just one of many shelters that are taking in animals every day.

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