Galleria Fort Lauderdale, 2414 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale will be hosting the Valentine’s Day Love at First Bark Doggie Adoption Expo and Doggie Fashion Show on February 14 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Pet lovers and cuddly canines are invited to set tails a-waggin’ with event host Local 10’s Animal Advocate Reporter and News Anchor Jacey Birch.

The canine adoption expo will include participating organizations such as Good Karma Pet Rescue, Everglades Angels Hound Rescue, Humane Society of Broward County, United for Animals Rescue (UFAR), and others. Local businesses such as Woof Gang Plantation and Auggie’s Pet Supplies will showcase available pet products and services.

The red-themed doggie fashion show will feature a high-energy runway show with prizes awarded to trendy owners and their fashionable furry friends. Categories for the event include Best Dog Walk, Best Dressed, Dynamic Duo and Best in Show. The Best in Show winning pair will receive $250 plus another $250 donated to one of the participating pet rescue organizations. Other award prizes include a voucher from Woof Gang Plantation for one 4-ounce bag of treats for 12 months and Auggie’s Pet Supplies will provide a gift basket assorted with dog items, food, toys, and treats.

Registration for pet organizations and businesses or fashion show competitors is complimentary.

For more information about Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s “Love at First Bark,” visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.