BREED MEET-UPS: SATURDAY SCHEDULE
Leader Main Arena
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
Does your Pups have their own insta following? Are you paws-on with TikTok? Get to meet your favourite Pawfluencers IRL during this fun meet-up.
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
BREED MEET-UPS: SUNDAY SCHEDULE
Leader Main Arena
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
LEADER MAIN ARENA: SATURDAY SCHEDULE
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
Ballygowan Gundog will be hosting a Gundog Demonstration in the Leader Main Arena.
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
A veteran performer at Crufts, Anne and her wonderful dogs will be showing us some of her fabulously entertaining HeelWork to music freestyle dance techniques along with showing a couple of moves you might be able to try out with your own dancing queen (or king!)
Does your Pups have their own insta following? Are you paws-on with TikTok? Get to meet your favourite Pawfluencers IRL during this fun meet-up.
You can run but you can’t hide! Expert Mantrailing demonstrations from Hounds and Helis.
Michael Crowe, a renowned Irish sheepdog handler offers the memorable experience of watching working Border Collies in action as they work as a finely trained team to skilfully herd their sheep
The Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind will be in the Leader Main Arena with a demonstration of the amazing work and services that assistance dogs do.
Ballygowan Gundog will be hosting a Gundog Demonstration in the Leader Main Arena.
A veteran performer at Crufts, Anne and her wonderful dogs will be showing us some of her fabulously entertaining HeelWork to music freestyle dance techniques along with showing a couple of moves you might be able to try out with your own dancing queen (or king!)
Michael Crowe, a renowned Irish sheepdog handler offers the memorable experience of watching working Border Collies in action as they work as a finely trained team to skilfully herd their sheep
You can run but you can’t hide! Expert Mantrailing demonstrations from Hounds and Helis.
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
LEADER MAIN ARENA: SUNDAY SCHEDULE
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
You can run but you can’t hide! Expert Mantrailing demonstrations from Hounds and Helis.
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
A veteran performer at Crufts, Anne and her wonderful dogs will be showing us some of her fabulously entertaining HeelWork to music freestyle dance techniques along with showing a couple of moves you might be able to try out with your own dancing queen (or king!)
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
Michael Crowe, a renowned Irish sheepdog handler offers the memorable experience of watching working Border Collies in action as they work as a finely trained team to skilfully herd their sheep
Ballygowan Gundog will be hosting a Gundog Demonstration in the Leader Main Arena.
The Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind will be in the Leader Main Arena with a demonstration of the amazing work and services that assistance dogs do.
A veteran performer at Crufts, Anne and her wonderful dogs will be showing us some of her fabulously entertaining HeelWork to music freestyle dance techniques along with showing a couple of moves you might be able to try out with your own dancing queen (or king!)
Michael Crowe, a renowned Irish sheepdog handler offers the memorable experience of watching working Border Collies in action as they work as a finely trained team to skilfully herd their sheep
You can run but you can’t hide! Expert Mantrailing demonstrations from Hounds and Helis.
Ballygowan Gundogs will be hosting a Gundog Demonstration in the Leader Main Arena.
A doggy-designated event for a host of breeds where ‘pawrents’ can meet fellow dog owners to chat, share advice and have fun!
IRISH GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND DOG SHOW & SNIFFARI: BOTH DAYS SCHEDULE
Is your dog a supportive pup, the cutest puppy or the most golden of oldies? Then the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind Dog Show is the place for you and your furry friend!
Registration per dog per category is €3 with all proceeds go to the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, less booking fee. You can register online using the buttons below or book at the event, however, places are limited.
With a range of fantastic prizes to win, including a coveted Pups in the Park Rosette plus the opportunity to show off your fluffy friend and provide funds for the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind’s important work, what’s not to love!
Prizes
Saturday Prize: Hemp Heros hamper worth €70
Sunday Prize: Butternut Box 2 months membership
Prizes
Saturday Prize: Ruby Reese voucher worth €100
Sunday Prize: Frozzys hamper worth €100
Prizes
Saturday Prize: Ecclesia products and package worth €200
Sunday Prize: Almond Rose Designs hamper worth €50
Prizes
Saturday Prize: Kopi & Co voucher worth €20
Sunday Prize: Harley & Marley luxury hamper
Prizes
Saturday Prize: Buddy’s & Co voucher worth €60
Sunday Prize: West Cork Casting framed dog cast worth €200
Prizes
Saturday Prize: Doggy Style apparel including a rugby jersey worth €50
Sunday Prize: Fur Fox Sake hoodie worth €60
THE CHIN-WAG TALK STAGE
SATURDAY SCHEDULE
Hemp Heros is an award winning Irish seed to shelf Hemp company which offers a range of health products for pets and Humans will be on the Chin-Wag Stage to discuss CBD oil for dogs.
Hounds & Helis will join the Chin-Wag Stage to discuss all things Search & Rescue Opperations.
Pete Wedderburn ‘Pete the Vet’ is Ireland’s best known Veterinary Surgeon will be discussing the best ways to help pets that are overweight.
Vet Vicki Rhodes will be on the Chin-Wag Stage to talk all things nutrition for your dogs.
Join this informal chat to hear from some of the people working on the coalface of animal charitable organisations as they reflect on the challenges and rewards involved in their work, plus how to support them.
‘Dogtor Bob’ is a veterinarian surgeon based in Dublin who will be discussing everything you need to know about your puppy’s first year of life.
Karen McCollagh of Petinsurance.ie will be hosting a discussion with Vet Vicki Rhodes and Trainer Catherine Griffin of Snout & About
Rob Walshe The Irish Dog Father will be discussing the best ways to give your old aged dog a well balanced lifestyle.
‘Dogtor Bob’ is a veterinarian surgeon based in Dublin and will be joining the Chin-Wag Talk Stage to discuss common health diseases and when to intervene with them
Featuring: Hemp Heros, Dougs World, Ecclesia and Wild Tails
Join this informal chat to hear from some of the people that have founded some amazing Irish doggy brands.
Pete the Vet features on the Chin-Wag Talk Stage to chat all about his top tips on dog training.
Vet Vicki Rhodes will be on The Chin-Wag Stage to talk all about the best and safest ways to travel with your pet.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
Hemp Heros is an award winning Irish seed to shelf Hemp company which offers a range of health products for pets and Humans will be on the Chin-Wag Stage to discuss CBD oil for dogs.
More to be announced soon!
‘Dogtor Bob’ is a veterinarian surgeon based in Dublin who will be discussing everything you need to know about your puppy’s first year of life.
Top Barkz is a Cork based Canine education centre and they will be joining the Chin-Wag Stage to discuss the importance of Canine play.
Join this informal chat to hear from some of the people working on the coalface of animal charitable organisations as they reflect on the challenges and rewards involved in their work, plus how to support them.
Hounds & Helis will be joining the Leader Ching Wag Talk Stage discussing how to train your dogs for search and rescue.
Karen McCollagh of Petinsurance.ie will be hosting a discussion with Vet Vicki Rhodes and Trainer Catherine Griffin of Snout & About
Snout & About will be on our talk stage discussing the best ways to reframe your dogs behaviour.
‘Dogtor Bob’ is a veterinarian surgeon based in Dublin and will be joining the Chin-Wag Talk Stage to discuss common health diseases and when to intervene with them
Featuring: Tonic Treat, Ruby Reece, Dec’s Pets, Kopi & Co.
Join this informal chat to hear from some of the people that have founded some amazing Irish doggy brands.
More to be announced soon!
VILLAGE VETS PET AMBULANCE MARQUEE: BOTH DAYS SCHEDULE
Petinsurance.ie OBEDIENCE RING: Saturday
Snout & About will be in the Petinsurance.ie Obedience Ring, come and try some engagement games with Trainer Coach Cooke.
Thea Trussler in partnership with Lee Dog Training presents the science behind the Assistance Dog training techniques.
The Irish Dogfather will invite your dog into the ring to put them through their paces.
Visitor participation encouraged, subject to availability
Suzi White will be in the Obedience Ring to teach your dog fast recall methods with positive reinforcement.
Audience participation encouraged!
Pet behaviour expert Suzi Walsh will host a group class on how to speak to your dog.
Opportunity to take part is subject to availability.
Join Gillian from Snout & About who will be inviting dogs to experience first-hand some engagement games.
Opportunity to take part is subject to availability.
Suzy White will be in the Obedience Ring to teach your dog fast recall methods with positive reinforcement.
Audience participation encouraged!
The Irish Dogfather will invite your dog into the ring to put them through their paces.
Visitor participation encouraged, subject to availability.
Suzi Walsh will be in the Obedience Ring demonstrating and teaching dog recall and also will be hosting a live Q&A session to answer all and every question you may have.
Top Barkz will be joinig with Petinsurance.ie Obedience Ring for a Young Handlers Demonstration.
Petinsurance.ie OBEDIENCE RING: Sunday
Snout & About will be in the Petinsurance.ie Obedience Ring, come and try some engagement games with Trainer Coach Cooke.
Thea Trussler in partnership with Lee Dog Training presents the science behind the Assistance Dog training techniques.
The Irish Dogfather will invite your dog into the ring to put them through their paces.
Visitor participation encouraged, subject to availability
Suzi White will be in the Obedience Ring to teach your dog fast recall methods with positive reinforcement.
Audience participation encouraged!
Pet behaviour expert Suzi Walsh will host a group class on how to speak to your dog.
Opportunity to take part is subject to availability.
Join Gillian from Snout & About who will be inviting dogs to experience first-hand some engagement games.
Opportunity to take part is subject to availability.
Pet behaviour expert Suzi Walsh will host a group obedience training class.
Opportunity to take part is subject to availability.
Thea Trussler in partnership with Lee Dog Training presents the science behind the Assistance Dog training techniques.
AGILITY ARENA: BOTH DAYS SCHEDULE
The Arena will be open for attendees to have a go – first come first served, subject to guidance on the days
Agility demo showcasing the intelligence, obedience and fitness of these champion dogs and the meticulous training that goes into making them
This demo will be geared towards highlighting the important part that children can play in training their dog, focusing on building confidence and a strong relationship between a dog and their younger owners. Mary will also invite some of the attendees to take part in the demonstration
Fun Games; fetch, sit, down, push ups – this will be a light-hearted chance for your dog to learn some great new tricks as Rob’s demonstrations encourage audience participation
This demo will be geared towards highlighting the important part that children can play in training their dog, focusing on building confidence and a strong relationship between a dog and their younger owners. Mary will also invite some of the attendees to take part in the demonstration
Agility demo showcasing the intelligence, obedience and fitness of these champion dogs and the meticulous training that goes into making them
Sofia Busel and her mixed Australian Kelpie Lary came to Ireland earlier in the year to seek refuge from the war in Ukraine. Having spent over 5 months in quarantine travelling through the EU by trains and ferry they are very excited to begin to take part in Irish dog shows and showcase their skills at Pups in the Park.
Sofia began dog training 3 years ago and has spent 2 years training her beloved Lary who is a very energetic, active and clever dog with a love for people, frisbee, long walks, and of course treats. Sofia and Lary’s specialty is agility having taken part in many competitions in Ukraine. Sofia and Lary will be demonstrating in the Leader Main Arena and the Agility Arena.
Samantha will hold a training session focusing on building your dog’s obedience and helping you to create the right environment for your dog to learn
The Arena will be open for attendees to have a go – first come first served, subject to guidance on the days
THE REGATTA GREAT DOG WALK: BOTH DAYS SCHEDULE
Feel the wind in your fur as you take part in The Regatta Great Dog Walk led around the beautiful surrounds of Marlay Park. This walk is approximately 2km and you are free to enjoy the walk throughout both days.