DogFest’s relaxed, sociable hub – a place to pull up a seat, stay a while and soak up the atmosphere. Part country pub, part live stage, it’s where expert chats, interactive games, feel-good stories and daily pub quizzes unfold, with special appearances from Matt Baker across the weekend.

Saturday

TIME SESSION
10:15am Countryside Dogs 101

New to muddy paths, livestock and wide-open spaces? Our experts share practical, real-world tips on recall, countryside etiquette and stress-free adventures beyond the gate.

10:30am Best Dog Trick – Warm-Up Round

A fast, feel-good opener where clever paws (and proud humans) take the spotlight. No pressure – just fun tricks, big cheers and a few early bragging rights.

11:00am Matt Baker: Life With Dogs

Matt drops in for a relaxed Q&A packed with funny stories, countryside life and the dogs who keep him on his toes. Audience questions encouraged.

11:25am Meet the Experts: Quickfire Clinic

Short, snappy advice sessions covering nutrition, training and wellbeing – plus time to ask the questions you’ve been saving up.

11:45am The Baker’s Arms Pub Quiz – Round 1

Dog facts, countryside knowledge and a few DogFest curveballs. Play along from your seat and keep an eye on those prizes…

12:15pm DogFest Storytime: Rescue to Best Mate

A heart-warming pause in the day as we share a real DogFest story about second chances, muddy paws and unexpected soulmates.

1:15pm Dog & Owner Lookalike Contest

Quick, silly and surprisingly accurate. Come for the laughs, stay for the uncanny resemblances.

1:35pm Happy Gut, Happy Dog

A friendly, myth-busting chat about digestion, diet and what really matters when it comes to feeding your dog well.

2:05pm Matt Baker joins the Pub Quiz Final

The big one. Matt’s back to help crown the quiz champions and hand out prizes in a high-energy afternoon peak.

2:30pm Photo Moment & Meet-and-Wave

Grab a photo with Matt Baker!

3:00pm Tales from the Lead

Your turn. Funny, chaotic and occasionally heroic dog stories shared live – expect laughter and knowing nods.

3:25pm Ask the Experts

An open panel with trusted pros answering whatever’s on your mind, from behaviour quirks to everyday worries.

3:50pm DogFest Bingo & Quick Games

Easy, playful games to keep the good vibes going right through the afternoon.

Sunday

TIME SESSION
10:15am Countryside Walks Without Chaos

Lead manners, recall reality checks and tips for calmer walks when distractions are everywhere.

10:40am Dog & Owner Lookalike Contest

Quick, silly and surprisingly accurate. Come for the laughs, stay for the uncanny resemblances.

11:00am Matt Baker: This or That – Countryside Edition

Fast-fire choices, audience involvement and plenty of opinions. Mud vs beach? Spaniels vs labs? You decide.

11:25am Summer Safety & First Aid

Practical advice on heat, ticks, paws and staying prepared when the sun shows up.

11:45am The Baker’s Arms Pub Quiz – Round 1

Dog facts, countryside knowledge and a few DogFest curveballs. Play along from your seat and keep an eye on those prizes…

12:15pm Working Dog & Breed Stories

Celebrating the dogs built for the countryside – and the people who live and work alongside them.

1:15pm Fastest Sit & Best Recall

A crowd-pleasing challenge with a trainer on hand. Speed, focus and a bit of chaos guaranteed.

1:35pm Food, Treats & Training Rewards

What actually works, what’s worth carrying in your pocket, and how food fits into good training.

2:05pm Matt Baker joins the Pub Quiz Final

The big one. Matt’s back to help crown the quiz champions and hand out prizes in a high-energy afternoon peak.

2:30pm Photo Moment & Meet-and-Wave

Grab a photo with Matt Baker!

3:00pm DogFest Debates

Harness vs collar? Sausage vs cheese? Vote, laugh and defend your stance.

3:25pm Ask the Experts

An open panel with trusted pros answering whatever’s on your mind, from behaviour quirks to everyday worries.

3:50pm DogFest Bingo & Quick Games

Easy, playful games to keep the good vibes going right through the afternoon.

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