Thousands of dogs and dog-lovers are expected to descend on Loseley Park, near Guildford this Saturday (August 9) for a day of entertaining canine capers called ‘DogFest’.
Now in its second year, ‘DogFest’ celebrates everything to do with dogs and is a fantastic day out for anyone who loves dogs. Fans of man’s furry best friend can get together in the extensive grounds of one of England’s most beautiful country estates to watch and take part in dog related displays and entertainment, as well as receive expert advice on their canine companions and stock up on doggy related accessories.
Visitors can explore acres and acres of stunning parkland in the Great Dog Walk; a 4k fundraising walk for dogs and their friends and family around the estate. Starting at 9.30am, the walk takes around an hour and entry is by donation on the day.
The Festival Village offers a wealth of fun filled family entertainment including dog agility displays from the Metropolitan Police Dogs, doggy dancing and duck herding with the chance for visiting dogs and their owners to have-a-go at dog agility! Experts will be on hand to offer practical advice, talks and demos on every aspect of a dog’s life plus a Dog Café, Dog Chill Out Zone, a caricaturist, shopping plus face painting and a bouncy castle for little ones.
The festival is a great day out for all the family and includes fascinating talks, Q&A sessions and guest appearances from top TV and radio personalities Chris Evans and Michael Ball. There will also be demonstrations from TV ‘SuperVet’ Professor Noel Fitzpatrick; a pioneer of ground-breaking neuro-orthopaedic veterinary surgery and CEO of acclaimed Fitzpatrick Referrals in Eashing.
Noel will also be presenting the heart-warming ‘SuperVet Heroes Dog Show’, starring special dogs that have performed amazing acts of bravery, helped their owners in all sorts of incredible ways or survived trauma and surgery against the odds.
Noel says, “Animals are capable of forming amazingly strong emotional bonds with humans; powerful relationships that will see them go to extraordinary lengths to protect or help their guardians in every way imaginable, both practically and psychologically. This special show will celebrate that incredible bond and their very special bravery.”
Entry to DogFest is just £7 for adults, £5 for concessions, £3 for children (kids under 13 years go free) or a family of four can visit for just £18. Tickets for the day can be bought HERE.