• A bonding moment with their pets at the inaugural of Yas Pet Together event at Yas Du Arena, Abu Dhabi. All photos by Leslie Pableo for The National
    A bonding moment with their pets at the inaugural of Yas Pet Together event at Yas Du Arena, Abu Dhabi. All photos by Leslie Pableo for The National
  • A proud pet owner with her dogs.
    A proud pet owner with her dogs.
  • A pet owner with his dog.
    A pet owner with his dog.
  • A curious dog mingles with other dogs.
    A curious dog mingles with other dogs.
  • A dog is being groomed.
    A dog is being groomed.
  • A pet owner bonds with his dog.
    A pet owner bonds with his dog.
  • A sweet moment at Yas Pet Together.
    A sweet moment at Yas Pet Together.
  • A pet owner with her dog.
    A pet owner with her dog.
  • A proud pet owner with her three adorable dogs.
    A proud pet owner with her three adorable dogs.
  • A pet owner takes care of her pet dog.
    A pet owner takes care of her pet dog.
  • A boy pets a dog.
    A boy pets a dog.
  • A tired pet dog rests on a stroller.
    A tired pet dog rests on a stroller.
  • A proud pet owner at the Yas Pet Together.
    A proud pet owner at the Yas Pet Together.

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Pets and owners put best paws forwards at Yas Pet Together - in pictures

The inaugural Yas Pet Together saw guests participating in dog and owner yoga and exercise classes, as well as workshops on topics such as pet travel safety, weight maintenance and grooming techniques

Felicity Campbell

October 27, 2018

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A new family-friendly festival took place in Abu Dhabi on Friday. The inaugural Yas Pet Together saw guests participating in dog and owner yoga and exercise classes, as well as workshops on topics such as pet travel safety, weight maintenance and grooming techniques.

There was a pet fashion show and a pet and owner dress competition. An indoor cat village featured workshops and demonstrations.

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