Every first Saturday of the month from 9.30am, walkies on down to The Cow Shed at The Ship Inn, where you’ll find a whole host of treats & toys for your BFF (Best Fur Friends) and a delicious brunch menu to woof down!!! You'd be barking mad to miss it, booking recommended!

If you can't walkies then you can drive and park and register your car at the bar for free parking!

We’ll also have the amazing Bolt Bites joining us with yummy treats.

Our full breakfast menu is available until midday but stay as long as you like in our dog-friendly pub inside and out, see you Saturday!

Monthly Pub walk - Join us for Bacon Rolls, Tea and Coffee at 9.30am and then we set off to Eridge Rocks Nature Reserve from 10.15am. Then head back to the pub for a drink or lunch. Dogs are more than welcome, but we remind our walkers that they need to be on a lead in the Reserve. Look forward to welcoming you all.

At the Puppy Dog Tails field between Borstal and Wouldham this normally runs on Saturdays 10-10.55am for pups up to 10kg. Lynda who owns Puppy Dog Tails is always in attendance along with her apprentices and there is a tuck shop with doggy ice cream for sale.

Suitable for any age, type or ability. This class may not be suitable for reactive dogs or pups. If this will be your first session, please contact Lynda prior to booking to organise a free 15 minute meet and greet.

You can contact Lynda by email at lynda@puppydogtails.co.uk or by phone or text on 07391 238023

We turned SIX! Join us on Saturday 6th September 2025 10am to 5pm for a paw-ty full of fun, free pup cups, games, goodie bags & more. PS: 6 lucky shoppers will find a Golden Ticket inside their goodie bag!

A whole day of dog-themed fun at Woolton Farm.

All welcome on the Saturday 6th September 2025. Dog stalls, dog ice cream, Face painting (for humans only) Food stalls, Awards for best dressed, cutest puppy, best trick & most importantly waggiest tail.

Few rules: We do ask that all dogs are kept on leads. We have loads of walking routes on the farm so if you need to let your 4 legged friend off please ask us and we can send you to the right place.

Note times provisional

Fun Dog Show, Stalls, Food, Face Painting and Glitter Tattoos to raise money for Lydd Snowflake event. Cash only. £2 per dog, per class

Entries from 10.30am, dog show 11am to 2.30pm.

Most Fabulous Fella, Loveliest Lady, Cool Pup (3 months to 18 months), Golden Oldie, Best Rescue, Best Crossbreed, Best Purebreed, Best Bully Breed, Most Awesome Eyes, Most Naughtiest Doggie. 1st places automatically entered into Best in Show

Dog Show Classes, Pin the tail on the Greyhound, Weigh the Cake, Tombola, Hot Dog Bobbing, Giant Garden Games, Meet the Hounds looking for homes, Variety of Stalls, Hot and Cold Drinks

Cash only event

Fun Dog Show with Rosettes to 6th Place, Raffles and Tombolas, Charity and Welfare Stands, Burgers, BBQs, Food, Tea, Coffee, Refreshments

Ts and Cs - All dogs on a lead, no in season dogs, no prong or electric collars please and do bring poo bags thank you

Fun Dog Show * BBQ and Bar * Children's Entertainer (Magic Al as seen on BGT) * Children's Disco * Face Painting * Shopping Village * Cafe Open * Garden Centre Open * Falconry Display

Fun Dog Show registration from 12pm on the day, Show at 1pm. Entry Price £2 per class, 3 classes for £5. Classes include Waggiest Tail * Golden Oldie * Cutest Puppy * Best Rescue Dog * Best Sausage Catcher - good luck!

The Hook and Hatchett Hucking presents their 2025 Annual Charity Dog Show with Stockbury Dog Club doing an Obedience Display at 1.30pm followed by the Dog Show at 2pm.

Classes include Most Obedient, Musical Sits, Loudest Bark, Best Trick, Dog Most Like its Owner, Waggiest Tail, Scruffiest Dog, Prettiest Bitch, Handsomest Male, Biggest Ears, Consolation Class, Top of the Class

100% of Dog Show proceeds to charity, charity for 2025 to be confirmed.

Pet Vendors

This course is perfect for both pet enthusiasts and individuals working in the pet industry. It encompasses fundamental first aid topics for Dogs and Cats, but the knowledge can also be applied to a wide range of other animals. Gaining a grasp of basic pet first aid equips you with the abilities to provide initial assistance and mitigate their condition from deteriorating until veterinary care is administered.

Topics covered include CPR, choking, bandaging and more.

All supplies are provided as well as light refreshments. Level 2 CPD Accredited Certificate awarded upon successful completion.

Course is approximately 4.5 hours long.

Great Dane Gatherings - Kent which has its own Facebook group strives to be a warm, welcoming community offering safe and fun playdates with kindness and respect to all members, join in and help make Kent a happier place for Great Danes!

Fun annual dog show, with seventeen classes including best smiley face and best grumpy face, and rosettes to 6th place for the winners and runners- up.

Come early for refreshments in the Barn Café from 10 a.m., tours of the windmill, and stalls and a tombolag.

Otherwise be there if you can for 11a.m. when judging the first class (Prettiest Bitch) starts.

It’s a fun day out for you, your friends and family - and your dog - and an opportunity to support the Guide Dogs for the Blind charity and meet lots of puppies and dogs.

Fun Dog Show starts at 12 midday book in from 11am. £2.50 per class or 5 for £10. Lots of prizes, rosettes and goody bags to win! Proceeds from the Dog Show are donated to Charity. A big THANK YOU to Jan Linch for organising the Dog Show, here's the schedule ...

Class 1: Open Class for All Class 2: Most Handsome Dog Class 3: Prettiest Bitch Class 4: Terrier Class Class 5: Best Crossbreed Class 6: Best Rescue Dog Class 7: Best Puppy (6 – 12months old) Class 8: Best Veteran (7 years plus) Class 9: Dog with the most Appealing Eyes Class 10: Dog with the Waggiest Tail Class 11: The Dog the Judge would most like to take home Class 12: Best Child Handler (14 years and under) Class 13: Best in Show and Reserve Champion

Ploughing starts at 10am.
Steam Ploughing, Shire Horses, Trade Stands, Craft Stalls, Rural Demonstrations

Come rain or shine as indoor arena available. Fun Dog Show and Fun Agility Course, refreshments available and proceeds to Cobbes Meadow Riding for the Disabled. Enquiries 01233 740570 or 07807 737256

Classes include Most Handsome Dog, Prettiest Bitch, Best Rescued or Re-Homed, Waggiest Tail, Best Trick, Junior Handler (under 16 years of age), Best Old Timer (not handler) dog over 7 years old, Dog Judge would most like to take home.

Entries from 10.30am on the day, entry fees £2.50 per class, judging starts at 12 noon.

Dogs welcome at Curzon Cinema Westgate Canterbury every Sunday! It's Doggy Day! Showing normally morning or early afternoon, check online for the latest information.

Dog Show for The Princes Trust at St Margaret's Bay Holiday Park Parkdean Resorts. Email john.sargeant@parkdean-resorts.com for more information. Here's what we know ...

Best Puppy, Best Male, Best Female, Best Veteran, Best Child Handler * Novelty classes (our favs!) - Best Rescue Dog, Waggiest Tail, Best Trick, Dog that most looks like its owner, Best Fancy Dress. Trophies for Best in Show, Best Puppy, Best Veteran

Dog Show Registration from 11.30am judging starts at 12.20pm

Action Watersports in Romney Marsh are dog-friendly and offer both Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) with your dog (Pups on Sups) every Monday and Thursday morning 9.30am and 10.30am and every 1st and 3rd Monday and Wednesday of the month 5:30, 5:45 or 6:00pm and also swimming with your dog on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Instructors on hand to offer guidance and assistance.

Hosted by Arbys Cafe, normally every Wednesday meet at Arbys Cafe, sociable woodland walk then back to Arby's Cafe for hot drinks if you would like to.

Walk 10am to 11am meet Arby's Cafe and coffee and cafe 11am to 2pm, all welcome

Mobile doggy deli with Sit-n-Paws currently stops in Parkwood, Hoo, Twydall and Lordswood and your dog can choose its own treats! Wednesday and Thursday evenings every other week, two locations on one evening. Re-tail therapy a dog's favourite kind!

Every other Wednesday evening Lordswood between Lordswood Leisure Centre and Albemarle Way 6.30pm to 7.30pm

Mobile doggy deli with Sit-n-Paws currently stops in Parkwood, Hoo, Twydall and Lordswood and your dog can choose its own treats! Wednesday and Thursday evenings every other week, two locations on one evening. Re-tail therapy a dog's favourite kind!

Every other Thursday evening Parkwood 6.30pm to 7pm

Mobile doggy deli with Sit-n-Paws currently stops in Parkwood, Hoo, Twydall and Lordswood and your dog can choose its own treats! Wednesday and Thursday evenings every other week, two locations on one evening. Re-tail therapy a dog's favourite kind!

Every other Thursday evening Twydall 7.30pm to 8pm

Tombola, Gifts, Prizes, Drinks, Food, Craft Stalls and most importantly a Dog Show!

Ten Dog Show classes, Rosettes, Goody bags, Best in Show trophy

Arby's Cafe Dog Walk / Meet with dog stalls normally Peggy Lou's Dog Bakery and Rainah Dogs.

Normally once a month on a Sunday meet 9am at Arby's Cafe, walk at 9.30am to 10.30am for around an hour in the lovely Blean Woods then back to Arby's Cafe for refreshments.

Arby's Cafe open 9am to 4pm.

Decorate Your Own Dog Biscuit event! Bring your furry friend and get creative as you design and decorate delicious, dog-safe biscuits using our colourful, natural icing and fun toppings. Whether it’s your pup’s birthday, a special treat, or just a day out, this is the paw-fect way to spend time together and make tasty memories. No experience needed — we’ll guide you every step of the way!

What’s included: A box of 3 pre-baked dog biscuits ready to decorate * A pot of natural, dog-friendly icing * A variety of safe, yummy toppings including from our pick and mix selection! * Take-home packaging so your dog can enjoy your masterpiece later

Who can join?
Dog lovers of all ages! Kids and adults welcome — it’s a fun, family-friendly activity.

We bring you the first ever Folkestone Harbour Dog Show! Hosted by Best Behaviour School for Dogs, a family - friendly, fun dog show open to all. The show will take place at the beach end of the old Folkestone Harbour Station.

Registration opens from 11am, so make sure to sign up as places are limited. There will 8 Categories to enter: Prettiest Girl, Handsomest Boy, Golden Oldie, Cutest Puppy, Waggiest Tail, Most Gorgeous Eyes, Best Trick & Musical Sits. There will be prizes and rosettes for each category.

The schedule for the show is:
11am Registration
12pm Talk from Best Behaviour School for Dogs
12.30pm - Prettiest Girl
12.50pm - Handsomest Boy
1.10pm - Cutest Puppy (under 1 year)
1.30pm - Golden Oldie (over 8)
1.50pm - Waggiest Tail
2.10pm - Most Gorgeous Eyes
2.30pm - Best Trick
2.50pm - Musical Sits

10th Staple Dog Show with classes * Dog with the Waggiest Tail * Golden Oldies * Best Rescue * Dog that looks most like its owner * Puppy Class * Prettiest Bitch * Most Handsome Dog * Dog with the most appealing eyes * Junior Handler (up to 12 years old) * Dog the judge would most like to take home * Fastest Sausage Eater * Best in Show (winners of all the classes) - £2 per class, card payment accepted

In aid of Staple Church Restoration Funds

Stalls

The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund Kent run low income mobile veterinary clinics normally every other week in the Macknade Faversham Kent car park.

£15 consultation fee plus extra for treatment as necessary and proof of low income/benefits required. Correct at time of publishing note cost may change.

Cash only

Bring your dog to Book Club at The Pup Cup Tonbridge, every Wednesday 6.30pm

Enjoy the cosy atmosphere of The Pup Cup where you can bond with fellow book enthusiasts and let your pups make new friends with great reads, delightful conversations, and of course, your adorable pups!

Mobile doggy deli with Sit-n-Paws currently stops in Parkwood, Hoo, Twydall and Lordswood and your dog can choose its own treats! Wednesday and Thursday evenings every other week, two locations on one evening. Re-tail therapy a dog's favourite kind!

Every other Wednesday evening Hoo 6.30pm to 7.30pm

Walkies on down to The Cow Shed Bar & Grill Birchington Kent where you’ll find treats galore for you and your BFF (Best Fur Friend) !

Our full breakfast menu is available from 9am-12pm with new 'doggy food' menu coming soon!

You’ll be barking mad to miss it. Every third Saturday of the month.

Booking recommended!

Paws in the Park is back for another year of tail-wagging fun!
The UK’s largest outdoor dog show returns with two weekends packed full of exciting activities for both you and your dog.
Join us on May 17th-18th at the South of England Showground, and again on September 20th-21st at the Kent Showground in Detling.
Come along to see amazing demonstrations from skilled working dogs in the main arena and choose from over 30 activities for your dog to try, including; dogstable, agility, flyball, mini paws, and gun dog scurries. There's even the chance for your dog to make a splash at the K9 Aqua Zone and Dash N Splash!
With classes for all breeds and sizes at the fun dog show, plus over 100 trade stands to shop from, Paws in the Park is a must for all dog lovers.

For more details and to grab your tickets, visit pawsinthepark.net.

Pearly Paws Popup Emmi-Pet Teeth Cleaning Clinic gentle and stress-free deep cleaning with Hannah at Shampaws Nutrition and Wellness. WhatsApp Hannah on 07522 961772 to book your place. Limited places.

Paws in the Park is back for another year of tail-wagging fun!
The UK’s largest outdoor dog show returns with two weekends packed full of exciting activities for both you and your dog.
Join us on May 17th-18th at the South of England Showground, and again on September 20th-21st at the Kent Showground in Detling.
Come along to see amazing demonstrations from skilled working dogs in the main arena and choose from over 30 activities for your dog to try, including; dogstable, agility, flyball, mini paws, and gun dog scurries. There's even the chance for your dog to make a splash at the K9 Aqua Zone and Dash N Splash!
With classes for all breeds and sizes at the fun dog show, plus over 100 trade stands to shop from, Paws in the Park is a must for all dog lovers.

For more details and to grab your tickets, visit pawsinthepark.net.

Free to enter, you’ll be able to bring your furry friends to enjoy a doggy day out at Dreamland. There’ll be the opportunity to take part in agility courses provided by Enve Canine Services, watch a free film on the Scenic Screen and browse an array of gifts and treats from stall holders in the Food Court. Plus, sign up your furry friend on the day for the Dreamland Dog Day Show. This event is hosted by Enve Canine Services in support of the RSPCA Kent – Isle of Thanet Branch.

To enter your furry friend in a class you’ll need to sign up on the day (all money raised from this dog show will be used by the RSPCA Kent – Isle of Thanet branch for the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of animals in Thanet).

The entrance for Dreamland Dog Day will be via the Scenic Gate in the Belgrave Road Car Park. Dogs (no matter how lovely) will not be allowed to explore the indoor spaces or go on rides! All dogs must be kept on short leads.

Action Watersports in Romney Marsh are dog-friendly and offer both Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) with your dog (Pups on Sups) every Monday and Thursday morning 9.30am and 10.30am and every 1st and 3rd Monday and Wednesday of the month 5:30, 5:45 or 6:00pm and also swimming with your dog on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Instructors on hand to offer guidance and assistance.

Back by pup-ular demand South Kent Mind's 'Paws for Mind' sponsored dog walk is coming to Deal! On Sunday 12th October at 10:30am, a scenic group walk along the beautiful Deal promenade following the popular Parkrun route, help raise vital funds for your local mental health charity.

To take part: Click the sign up button, set up a JustGiving page via our main campaign page: justgiving.com, Raise £20 or more and your dog will receive their very own South Kent Mind bandana!

Great fun for a great cause

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!

Treiball is a dog sport where dogs, guided by their handlers, herd balls into a goal, The workshop covers the basics and gets you and your dog working together.

Our Pet Owners & Pet Professionals Animal Pet First Aid course as standard includes the following:

• * 6 hours CPD.
• * 14 AMTRA points.
• * Certificate of attendance.
• * First Aid Manual.
• * Nose2Tail webinar.
• * Practical CPR and bandaging session.
• * Background information pack.
• * Free tea and coffee.

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!

This course is perfect for both pet enthusiasts and individuals working in the pet industry. It encompasses fundamental first aid topics for Dogs and Cats, but the knowledge can also be applied to a wide range of other animals. Gaining a grasp of basic pet first aid equips you with the abilities to provide initial assistance and mitigate their condition from deteriorating until veterinary care is administered.

Topics covered include CPR, choking, bandaging and more.

All supplies are provided as well as light refreshments. Level 2 CPD Accredited Certificate awarded upon successful completion.

Course is approximately 4.5 hours long.

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!

Our Pet Owners & Pet Professionals Animal Pet First Aid course as standard includes the following:

• * 6 hours CPD.
• * 14 AMTRA points.
• * Certificate of attendance.
• * First Aid Manual.
• * Nose2Tail webinar.
• * Practical CPR and bandaging session.
• * Background information pack.
• * Free tea and coffee.

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!