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Come for the cuddles, stay for happiness Need a little more joy in your day? Welcome to The Cuddle Club the ultimate feel-good experience for dog lovers. Step into a calming space filled with the Cuddle Club Heroes ready to shower you with cuddles, tail wags, and unconditional love. Whether you're looking to de-stress, lift your mood, or simply spend quality time with some incredible canine companions, this is your chance to switch off from the outside world and reconnect through the magic of dogs. Research shows that spending time with dogs can help reduce stress, ease anxiety, and boost happiness and there's no better place to experience those benefits than at Big Woof. Expect plenty of cuddles, wagging tails, heartwarming moments, and the chance to meet some truly wonderful therapy dogs while connecting with fellow dog lovers in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you come with friends, family, or fly solo, you'll leave with a full heart, a smile on your face, and probably a camera roll full of adorable photos. Come for the cuddles. Stay for the happiness. Leave feeling paws-itively amazing. Attendance is for humans only. No dogs can attend.

Presented by Luke's Dog School Join the Fun at the Show Ring! Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! Join us at the show ring to discover some of our favourite dog breeds, from playful pups to majestic hounds. But that's not all! You'll also receive expert training advice from Luke and his fantastic team. Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a newbie, there’s something for everyone! Here' the rundown for the weekend so don't miss put! Saturday September 12th 11:00 Rescue Dogs breed Showcase: Heart-warming stories of transformation – from shelter life to forever homes. 11:30 Recall Masterclass: Get ready to turn your pup into a recall superstar. Join us for an exciting session where you'll learn key techniques to make your dog happily return to you every time! 12:00 Dogs & Kids - My Best Friend: Dogs & kids competition – cutest partnerships, funny stories, do a trick. 12:30 Temptation alley: Can you get your dog to walk down the alley without being tempted! 1:00 My Dog’s Got Talent Competition: Tricks, lookalikes, or touching talents. 13:30 Schnauzer Breed Showcase: From Giant to miniature a popular and much loved breed 14:00 Lead Walking Masterclass: No more pulling! Learn calm, connected walking with real-time coaching. 14:30 Golden Oldie (7+ plus): Who has aged the best and has a story, trick or hidden talent 15:00 Labrador breed showcase: The dog that famously is never full, but is there more than meets the stomach. 15:30 Come Learn a Trick demo and masterclass: Get hands-on with your dog – learning Middle and Roll Over 16:00 Temptation alley: Can you get your dog to walk down the alley without being tempted! 16:30 Mr Big Woof competition: Top boy of the day – judged on style, spirit, and stage presence! Sunday September 13th 11:00 Terrier breed Showcase: Learn about this feisty group from the Jack Russell to the Wheaten. 11:30 Power of Play Masterclass: Discover how engaging in playful activities with your furry friend can not only strengthen your bond but also bring joy and laughter to your days. Get ready to unleash the fun and deepen your relationship through the magic of play! 12:00 You’re My Hero Competition: Celebrate dogs who’ve helped, healed, or supported their humans in incredible ways. 12:30 Temptation alley: Can you get your dog to walk down the alley without being tempted! 13:00 My Dog’s Got Talent Competition: Tricks, lookalikes, or touching talents. 13:30 Japanese Sptiz Breed showcase: Why is this breed becoming so popular, come and find out. 14:00 Dogs Trust rescue dogs: Learn about the work they do and dogs they have helped. 14:30 Waggiest Tail Competition: Does your dog have the waggiest tail in London, lets find out. 15:00 Cocker Spaniel showcase: Why is this breed consistently the most popular in the UK, come and find out. 15:30 Come Learn a Trick demo and masterclass: Get hands-on with your dog – learning Middle and Roll Over 16:00 Temptation alley: Can you get your dog to walk down the alley without being tempted! 16:30 Miss Big Woof competition: Top girl of the day – judged on style, spirit, and stage presence!

Tarot reading with Yvette Farmer Would you like to explore your relationship with your dog on a deeper level? During your 15-minute reading with Yvette, you'll learn more about your dog's personality, emotions, health, behavior issues, and the dynamics within your family or pack. Professional Tarot Reader, Yvette Farmer, has an affinity with dogs and developed this Dog Tarot reading for Woof About events to offer insights & guidance on the relationship between owner & their dog. Bring your dog along and during your 15min reading your dog’s personality, their feelings, their health & behaviour issues and your pack dynamic will be revealed. Yvette Farmer - Yvette's Intuition This is a very popular activity so booking is essential. Tarot Reading 12:00-17:00 on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September.

Get Ready for the Woof About Market! The Woof About Market is gearing up to be bigger and better than ever! Imagine a wonderland filled with wagging tails and happy barks, where the UK's finest independent pet companies showcase their tail-wagging treasures! What to Expect: Fabulous Finds: Discover unique pet products that will make your furry friends jump for joy! Meet the Makers: Chat with passionate pet lovers who create the best goodies for your pets! Delicious Treats: Snack on tasty treats for both you and your pets! So grab your leash and get ready to join in the fun at the Woof About Market! It’s going to be a tail-wagging good time! Here's who you will find at the market this year so you can start planning your shopping list: Food and treats Brian Recommends Woof & Whisk Bakery Waita Pets Pure Pet Butternut Box RAWR Bella & Duke Brewbix Pawbeck Ice Cream Dog Fashion Accessories Momoji Knits By Tee Sightly Leads, Collars and Harnesses ARC Dogwear Reg & Bob Doodle Zoo Hound & Blossom Regalia Grooming Products Honey Pup Collection Health and Well-being A Dog Person Pawsitive Touch Art and Photography Dogsdogscatsdogs Amie Barron Pawtiqe Fuzzleduck Art Gifflynn Design Emma Simpkins Accessories Suzy & Benz 2&4 Pets Woofforia Zumizumi Hughies MAYA

Art class with Sophie Stock You don't have to be a graduate of Central St.Martins to join in this fun art class with Sophie Stock. Sophie will guide you through step by step to produce a mini canvas of your dog, from mixing the perfect colours to capturing the character of the dog. All materials will be provided to create the artwork. At the end of the 90 minute class, you will have a 3x3 inch mini canvas complete with a mini easel to take home.

Capture Your Dog's Best Moments with Woof Photography! Get ready to showcase your furry friend in the most delightful way at Woof Photography! Their pop-up studio in Coal Drops Yard will be available all weekend, providing the perfect backdrop for capturing those tail-wagging moments. Join Jonny, one of London’s leading dog photographers, as he works his magic! Not only will he snap stunning images of your beloved pet, but he’ll also create a memorable bonding experience during your session. Watch as your dog shines in front of the camera, capturing their unique personality and charm! Transform Photos into Art with Ryan from Woof Portraits But that's not all! Ryan from Woof Portraits will be on hand to demonstrate how to turn those beautiful photos into exquisite digital artworks. Learn tips and tricks to enhance your pet's portraits and create lasting keepsakes that you’ll treasure forever. Secure Your Spot! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Booking is essential, so make sure to reserve your session. Let’s make some magical memories together!

Join us at The Big Woof for an exciting event where your furry friend becomes the star! Watch as talented artists create on-the-spot sketches of your beloved dog, capturing their unique personality and charm in a delightful way. Bee Davies - Saturday September 12th Bring your four-legged friend along for a one-of-a-kind live illustration experience with Bee Davies. Watch as Bee transforms your dog’s personality into a hand-drawn portrait in just 15 minutes, creating a unique keepsake to treasure forever. Whether your pup is playful, regal, mischievous or wonderfully scruffy, Bee’s signature illustration style captures their character with charm and creativity. While you relax, browse, or enjoy the event, your custom sketch will be brought to life right before your eyes. Perfect for dog lovers, gift seekers, and anyone looking for a memorable day out, these quick-fire portraits are a fun and personal way to celebrate your canine companion. Each sketch takes approximately 15 minutes and is created live by illustrator Bee Davies. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis unless otherwise stated. Fuzzleduck Art - Sunday September 13th Erica AKA Fuzzleduck Art brings her popular Fridge Art sketches to The Big Woof! Watch as artist Erica creates charming mini pet portraits in her distinctive ink-and-watercolour style, capturing your dog's unique personality from a favourite photo. Take home a hand-painted keepsake and celebrate the special bond you share with your pet.

Join us for four-legged fun in Stratford Stratford hosts its first dog day on September 5th and you're invited! Luke's Dog School present the dog show in Victory Park where you can enter your pooch o show off their best talent. You can also and take part in training demos and learn some new tricks or have a go at Hoopers agility. Book your free place here. Visit the Woof About indie market on Victory Parade to pick up some goodies for your pooch. Discover more about your relationship with your dog through the power of tarot. Book your free session with Yvette here. EAST VILLAGE DOG DAY EAST VILLAGE, STRATFORD E20 SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH 11 - 4PM

A guide to visiting Norfolk with your dog Norfolk is known for big skies, flat landscapes, and long coastline. It’s a mix of seaside towns, countryside, and waterways—much quieter and less crowded than places like Cornwall or the Lake District. It's huge 80-90 mile coastline and dog friendly culture make it a great place to visit with your dog. Beaches: Visit Explore Norfolk for more details Dog are permitted all year on the following beaches: Holkham - Dogs on leads April - August Old Hunstanton - no restrictions Brancaster - small area restriction in Summer Thornham - no restrictions Burnham Overy - no restrictions Happisburgh - no restrictions Waxham - no restrictions Caister - no restrictions Where to stay: Featured The Hoste Arms ''A beautiful pub with rooms in the very pretty village of Burnham Market. Our room was really spacious and here was a welcome hamper of treats and a bed for Nacho. The pub has great food and a really lovely outdoor space.'' Read @the4leggedfoodies full review here Featured No. 33 Thornham Suites ''There is a lovely deli and farm shop in Thornham who also have a cottage and some apartments where dogs can stay. We stayed in their apartment in Hunstanton which was right by the beach and good location for exploring North Norfolk'' Read @the4leggedfoodies full review here Featured The Globe Inn ''Wells next the sea is one of our favourite places in Norfolk and The Globe is right in the town with a green in front for walkies. The pub food is exceptional and there are bar treats for pooches. The room had a bed, bowl and treats for Nacho.'' Read @the4leggedfoodies full review here More dog friendly places to stay in Norfolk: Dog Friendly Cottages: Where to eat: Featured The Chequers, Thornham ''We love a pub who have a speciality and do it really well. At The Chequers, the pie is the hero. So if you love a pie and a pint, this is the pace for you. They also have a dog menu courtesy of Denzel's.'' You can also stay the night here. Read @the4leggedfoodies full review here. Featured The Orange Tree ''The Orange Tree is more than a pub, it's more like a Michelin starred restaurant. The food really is THAT good. Dogs are welcome in the cozy bar area and thee are tables outside too.'' You can also stay the night here. Read @the4leggedfoodies full review here Featured Thornham Deli ''We loved this place! It's so relaxed and the staff are amazing. Food was great n the cafe and the deli/shop had so many nice things to buy, we had to leave before all our money was gone! The Thornham Suites are also a lovely place to stay.'' Read @the4leggedfoodies full review here.

More balls please! Join us at The Devonshire Balham on Saturday July 11th for a celebration of dogs and tennis. Where the only racket will be the sound of excited pooches. Forget Djokovic and bring on Dogovic! It's time for dogs to steal the limelight. Dogs can get the celeb paparazzi treatment with a photoshoot with Amie Barron. Book your shoot here. Pooches can also order their very own lunch with The Devonshire's dog menu. Chicken roast dinner and special treats from Woof & Whisk? That's LOVE all! We will be keeping everyone cool with dog ice cream and the pub is fully air-conditioned inside.

Same perfect treats , just smaller Waita Pets have launched a mini range of treats to suit smaller appetites. The mini collection are the same ingredients and quality as their standard size treats, just smaller. The 0.5cm cubes are perfect for small breeds, puppies and kittens or training treats and are available in Duck, Chicken, Rabbit and Beef Liver flavours. Each flavour includes 2 x 15g packs. Order yours here and use code WOOFABOUT10 for 10% off.

Stylish, Comfortable Collars for Adventure Dogs If you are the parent of an adventurous pup, then you know how important it is to have gear that can keep up with their boundless enthusiasm and energy! Whether it's exploring urban streets, hiking wood trails or heading to the beach for a sandy weekend, having the right collar is about so much more than fitting an aesthetic, it plays a crucial role for comfort, durability and safety. Here are just a few of the many reasons why we think Lille Bjorn dog collars stand out from the rest of the crowd. Designed for Dogs on the Move It’s fair to say that adventure dogs put their gear through more than most, and collars need to be able to withstand all of the pulling, changing weather and active daily wear that they are going to throw at them. Lille Bjorn collars are designed with high activity in mind, made from durable materials that can handle adventures while maintaining softness and strength. It’s all about striking that perfect balance between strength and comfort. Comfort Comes First An uncomfortable collar can quickly become an issue for any active dog. Problems like chafing, rubbing and excessive pressure on the neck area are all going to make walks less enjoyable. To avoid this, Lille Bjorn prioritizes soft, high-quality materials alongside adjustable fit design in order to guarantee that accessories remain comfortable all day long. And of course, the longer you are adventuring outside, the longer the collar has to be worn. Stylish Without Sacrificing Practicality It’s understandable to want to buy items that reflect your pet’s personality, and the good news is that with Lille Bjorn accessories you don’t have to make the choice of style vs. substance. Thanks to a combination of modern aesthetics and functional design, the range of collars and harnesses boast the perfect blend of visual appeal and practical sturdiness. The perfect solution for anyone wanting attractive gear that also isn’t going to let you down. Durability for Everyday Adventures Depending on where you live, conditions can be very changeable, and your outdoor-loving dog might need gear that can handle several different weather environments. Lower-quality materials can be quickly worn down by even the mildest rain and dirt, so always opt for something with durable stitching, quality hardware and made from the most premium materials you can afford. If you find something built to last, you won’t have to pay further for frequent replacements. A Better Fit for Different Breeds It’s important to remember that no two dogs are the same, and that’s why getting the right fit matters so much. Lille Bjorn understands this, and their range of collars are available in plenty of different sizes and adjustable designs. Everyone is accommodated for from small toy breeds to large adventure dogs. When properly fitted, a good collar keeps your pet safe and secure, eliminating any unnecessary pressure and reducing the risk of slipping during walks and more active play sessions. Perfect for Coordinated Adventure Gear Something fun for those who prefer a more cohesive look is the fact that Lille Bjorn offers matching leads, harnesses and accessories across the majority of their collar range. Coordinated gear looks polished, and when you have a matching set you also don’t have to go through any last minute worries about whether or not the equipment is going to work together when out on a long adventure day. Once again, it’s the perfect combination of style and function! Modern pet owners are increasingly committed to making sure that the products they buy for their beloved pets are as high-quality as they deserve, and with Lille Bjorn, you never have to worry about factors like longevity, quality and comfort. And being the most stylish pup on the hike is never a bad thing either!