Vendor Presentations – Online
This is currently under development. Updates posted as they occur!
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Show & Tales: Tails, Paws, Beaks & Claws
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Do you have a photo of a family cat that your kids named “Q-Tip” because it was jet black with a white tail? Did your partner rescue a puppy & bring it home and you have a picture of that first meeting? Did you save a cassette tape of your grandmother’s parakeet talking during Thanksgiving dinner? Do you keep your dog’s ashes in a special urn in your home or did you spread them in one of their/your favorite places? How about their water dishes, leashes or collars? All these and more can hold the memory of your loved one passed & present!
You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll probably cough up a hairball at some point too.
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Show & Tales is like Antiques Roadshow meets The Moth, or your favorite Pinterest board come to life!
Everyone is welcome to show their object/photo & share its story with a 3-minute time limit. No judges, no prizes, no competition. And no need to practice! Just show your object and share its tale. Period.
Just want to come and listen? Awesome! Observers are always welcome.
THE CONCEPT IS SIMPLE, THE IMPACT PROFOUND
Think Show & Tell for grown-ups meets NPR’s The Moth, with a sprinkle of Antique Roadshow.
Show & Tale partners host story sharing events for individuals, families and organizations. Participants bring an item related to the event’s theme and share a slice of their history through the visual aid of their photo or object. The story behind the object is what makes it powerful, heartfelt, and relatable.
Our live interactive story sharing events help participants experience a greater sense of connectivity and community. Lasting connections are made with people that cross generations, cultures, races, and genders and whom otherwise would likely never have met.
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FourSeasons
Topic – Pet Therapy Overview
Pet Therapy…Everything you want to know about bringing comfort and companionship to others with your pet!
Make the most of your time volunteering, helping others all while being with your favorite furry friend!
Come learn about the opportunities Four Seasons has to become a pet therapy volunteer to bring comfort and joy to those at the end of life. This workshop will be beneficial for those that already have a pet therapy trained animal, but also those with a well-behaved animal who wants to learn more about becoming involved and volunteering as a pet therapist. Four Seasons will overview the pet therapy volunteer program, as well as give information about other Four Seasons volunteer opportunities.
ASK the Vet Q&A Session
Animal Hospital North Asheville
TBD
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
Wildlife & Us: Tips, Insights & Learning!
Come find out more about the great wildlife who also share our space. Learn simple practices and tips for everyday living to better co-exist with wonderful wild creatures (yes, birds, opossums and Bears…oh my)! Being aware of the lives and habits of the wild animals around us, helps us appreciate them and the importance of reducing our human impact in an effort to protect ourselves and these wildly beautiful lives. Appalachian Wildlife Refuge’s mission is to care for injured and orphaned wildlife and to advocate for conservation education. Come join us for this ‘wildly’ fun presentation!
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Trupanion
Pet Insurance Explained
Trupanion is dedicated to providing you with the best pet medical insurance plan possible to help easily and safely protect your pets. This is our promise to you.
• We will provide one simple plan that covers injuries, illnesses, diagnostic testing, surgeries, medications, and lab work. Your plan will be easy for both you and your veterinarian to use.
• We will offer customizable deductibles so you can afford to insure your pet, no matter your budget.
• We will reimburse 90% of covered costs with no hidden fees, no “reasonable costs,” and no payout limits.
• We will strive to pay your veterinarian directly when possible, and we will do 
everything in our power to pay your claim in a timely fashion.
• We are pet lovers too, and we want to be the best we can be. Let use know what you think! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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TBD
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Ideas for Elderly Dog and Cat Comfort
TBD
