
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. |







