London Dog Events – Spring 2016
It’s that time of year and spring is finally here. The sun is making a regular appearance, the days are getting longer and the diary is starting to fill up with lots of London dog events…good news on all three accounts we think!
However, life these days is busy enough without having to keep track of all the latest events about town for you and your pooch. Well not to worry, we’ve got it covered with our What’s On events round-up of the all coolest canine places to be this spring. And if you love dogs but don’t have your own special four-legged friend to take along, all events listed are definitely human-friendly too…
April 2016
Cabbages and Frocks Dog Day Afternoon
The Cabbages and Frocks lifestyle Market takes place every Saturday in Marylebone village and is a great place to shop for delicious organic goodies and designer fashion bargains. Twice a year they put on a special ‘Dog Day Afternoon’; with a fun dog show and doggy displays by Good Boy Dog School, led by Dima Yeremenko and his four-legged partner George (as seen on Britain’s Got Talent). Read our post on last year’s event or click on the event link below for more info.
Cabbages & Frocks Dog Day Afternoon Event Link
All Dogs Matter Dog Factor 2016
This is one All Dogs Matter event we haven’t yet made it to but if it’s anything like the ones we’ve been to so far, this will be well worth going to. Why not pop along and see if your pooch can take home a ‘Dog Factor 2016‘ title in one of the 9 classes in the dog show or the agility tests. No doubt there will be lot’s of pawsome prizes on offer and the best bit is it’s all for a good cause as All Dogs Matter do a fantastic job of rescuing & rehoming dogs in London!
Goat Chelsea Doggy Party – Dogs Trust 125th Anniversary
It’s the 125th anniversary of the Dogs Trust this year and to mark this momentous occasion, dog-friendly Chelsea restaurant Goat will be holding a special ‘Doggy Party‘ not only to celebrate, but to help raise as much money as possible in aid of the UK’s largest dog welfare charity. On arrival you will be greeted with complimentary cocktails (humans only) and special treats for the dogs of course. There will be also be a competition for ‘Top Dog’ with the winner announced on the night plus an origami wishing tree with a chance to win a selection of fantastic prizes.
Goat Chelsea Doggy Party Event Link
Canine & Companions Exhibition (and Competition)
The “Canine & Companions – Women and their Dogs” exhibition will feature the work of fashion photographer Andrew Lamb and help raise funds for the dogs of All Dogs Matter. The exhibition exp
lores and highlights the special relationship between women and her dog. Andrew’s prints will be sold along with a limited editiondog bowl (just 90 have been made) marking the 90th birthday of the Queen and designed by Tracey Emin’s pottery designers no less. All profits will go to All Dogs Matter – we’ll definitely be looking to get our paws on one of those! The event is being sponsored by new dog food brand, Cuffleberry & Co and they are also looking for budding photographers and dog lovers to contribute to the Canine & Companions exhibition. Click on the event links below for more details of the competition.
Canines & Companions Exhibition Event Link
May 2016
Battersea Dog & Cats Home Muddy Dog Challenge 2016 – Brockwell Park and Windsor Great Park
Back for it’s second year, the Muddy Dog Challenge is the UK’s first obstacle course where animal lovers can compete in 2.5km and 5km runs with their pets to raise funds for the dogs and cats at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. This year there will be a Muddy Dog Challenge in two locations – Brockwell Park and Windsor Great Park. You can enter in a team, as a duo or if your pet prefers to remain paw-fectly groomed you can take on the challenge alone. There will also be an event village with activities, music and competitions on offer.
Muddy Dog Challenge Event Link
National Pet Show
The National Pet Show 2016 (also known as the London Pet Show) will be held at ExCel London on 7 & 8 May and will be packed full of hundreds of different animals, amazing animal action displays and fun and informative talks and demonstrations!
It’s the perfect opportunity for animal lovers of all ages to meet and learn about different types of animals with expert advice on hand. Plus there are lots of goodies and gadgets to buy for both you and your pet. For a sneak preview of what to expect, read our post on last year’s event
Great Hampstead Bark Off
After having been to last year’s Great Hampstead Bark Off, we can definitely say this is an event NOT to be missed, so make sure you save the date in your diary. Both you and your pooch will have the chance to impress celebrity judges with a dog show for the canines and a doggy-themed cake Bark Off for the humans taking place on the day. Competition is tough but we will be heading back to see if Belinha can defend her Golden Oldies title from last year.
If you want to get ahead of the pack and see the kind of doggy-themed cakes and treats that could take home the top prize, have a read of our post from last year’s event. Needless to say, all money raised goes to support the dogs of All Dogs Matter.
Great Hampstead Bark Off Event Link
Mill Hill Festival of Dogs
The Mill Hill Festival of Dogs will be coming to the Mill Hill Country show in Barnet again this year with over 25 classes daily as well as Dog Agility and live demonstrations across five rings including performances by many professionals, celebrities, trainers and experts.
Mill Hill Festival of Dogs Event Link
The Mayhew Animal Home Open Day
Another anniversary event! This time it’s to celebrate the 130th anniversary of the The Mayhew Animal Home who will be giving you a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes, meet the animals waiting for homes and the people who work so hard to make a difference to these animal’s lives. There will be a spectacular street party to mark the occasion and celebrate in style.
The Mayhew Animal Home Open Day Event Link
