Highlights Of Catcon 2017
CatCon is an annual celebration of cats and the cat aesthetic, all of which has developed out of pure passion and love for feline pets. People gather each year in southern California for the big event. This year's third annual feline frenzy brought 15,000 cat lovers together for a weekend of fun and frolic at the Pasadena Convention Center on August 12th-13th. Attendees participated in experiential marketing, explored new products and fashion for both themselves and their four-legged furriends, and met with some of the most famous internet cats in the world.
So, in case you've missed it, here are some highlights of the kitty fest. via: The Purrington Post
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Over 150 cats and kittens found their forever home in the 4,000 square foot adoption lounge created by Nutrish with felines provided by the Pasadena Humane and SPCA.
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This year also brought the first ever CatCon Awards, recognizing winners in five different categories
Including Biggest Newcomer, which was won by Sir Thomas Trueheart, of Milo's Sanctuary. Actor Ian Somerhalder presented the Advocate of the Year Award to 'Kitten Lady' Hannah Show, who has dedicated her life to helping neo-natal kittens.
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Celebrities – both human and feline – took part in the event
Including actor Gilles Marini, model Tess Holliday, Lil BUB, Tricia Helfer, Addison Riecke, Shrinkle, Jackson Galaxy, Cats of Instagram, Pudge, Nala Cat and siblings White Coffee Cat and Luna Rose, Lizzy Greene , and more.
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Over 140 vendors showcased their cat-centric products
In the areas of art, furniture, clothing, accessories and design, for cats and their people, with many returning exhibitors exceeding sales from the year prior and many completely selling out of merchandise.
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Actress Julie Newmar (aka the original Catwoman) held court all day Saturday meeting fans and signing autographs.
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CatCon fans came out in their feline-inspired finery
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CatCon fans came out in their feline-inspired finery
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CatCon fans came out in their feline-inspired finery
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CatCon fans came out in their feline-inspired finery
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CatCon fans came out in their feline-inspired finery
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CatCon fans came out in their feline-inspired finery
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