Have-A-Go Activities
This popular area is a chance to teach your dogs new tricks or discover your dogs superpower! There’s no need to pre-book, just sniff out the activities as you make your way around the show. Some activities may incur a small cost on the day.
Agility
In partnership with Butcher's Nourishing Food for Dogs
Our Agility Ring is back for you to have a go negotiating the obstacles with your dog. Our friendly team will be on hand to help novices learn how to approach each obstacle correctly and safely.
Hay Bale Racing
Discover how fast your dog is against another or why not see if you can beat your own time as you take on a series of Hay Bale jumps. This is a great mental exercise for your dog and there’s no better way to build their confidence than to work together with you to make it across the finish line.
Dog Diving
In partnership with K9 Aqua Sports
A great activity for the water-loving canine! See if your dog can make the biggest distance whilst being encouraged by the cheers of the crowd. The K9 Aqua Sports team will be on hand to help and it’s a great way to strengthen the bond with your dog through play. This activity is very popular, so make sure you book your place early in the day to avoid disappointment.
Play Zone & Giant Ball Pit
The Play Zone is one of the most popular areas of the show. With a doggie desk chair for photo ops, swingball and giant ball pit, it's a great chance to unwind, bond with your dog and meet new furry friends.
Dog Dancing
Dancing feet..and paws at the ready! DogFest is proud to host the ultimate dog dance party. Catch our Crufts winner (2024) Nicci Hindson and dog Elsa as they give you an intro to starting a career in dog dancing in the Have-A-Go Ring.
Have-A-Go Ring
Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Experts in activities such as hoopers, scentwork, gun dog training and wag and tone will be on hand to teach you the basics of each discipline so you and your dog can carry on having fun at home and learn to master new skills.
Hoopers
Hoopers is a fun dog sport that’s ideal for dogs and owners of all ages and fitness levels. Dogs navigate a course of hoops, barrels and tunnels with the same pace and excitement as agility. But the courses are flowing and don’t involve tight turns – making it accessible for everyone! Hoopers is focused on the ability of dog and owner to work together as a smooth-flowing team so it’s a great bonding activity too.
Flyball
Flyball is a fast-paced relay race for energetic dogs. Teams race side-by-side, leaping over hurdles on their way to a box that triggers the release of a ball. They then catch the ball and sprint back, hurdles again, before returning to their teammate to tag them off and send them on the course. It's a thrilling display of canine athleticism and teamwork. Have a go! Try Flyball with Moulten Magnets! The ultimate race against the clock for speedy pooches! Flyball will run all day in their own arena. Your dog can have-a-go for a small fee. Or catch their demo in our Action Arena.
Canicross
Join the cross-country running with your dog craze! You don't have to be an athlete to enjoy running with your best friend - anyone can do it. The Canicross UK team of experts will be on hand to help you test out all the gear - your dog wears a harness specifically designed to allow them to pull, you wear a belt/harness which allows hands-free running and you are attached to your dog with a bungee line.
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