Have a go activities
Have you always wanted to try something with your dog? Maybe you fancy giving Flyball a go or want to learn how utilising your dogs nose can help them enjoy their walks more.
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With so many different have a go activities across the weekend there is something for every-paw. From small dogs to senior dogs, fast dogs to clever dogs. Run by handpicked, talented and experienced instructors and clubs from across the North East you could end up signing up for something your dog loves.
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Some of our have a go activities may incur a small charge as they often raise money for their clubs or chosen charities. We recommend bringing spare change with you. The festival do not set these charges. Activities subject to change.
Flyball
They've been with us since day one and they are a festival favourite for so many visitors. Join Eclipse Flyball and their team to introduce your dog to the wonderful world of flyball. You can also catch them in the main arena.
Does your dog love a toy and love to run?
Then this might be just the sport for them!
Gundog Scurries
Nordic Dogs is back and bigger than ever! Every year our Gundog Area gets bigger and this year is no different.
Dogs can try their paw at the novice scurry, advanced scurry and even a hunt scurry (complete with fake birds and cover!) Plus new for 2025 is the simulated rabbit bolt and lure course.
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Plus the popular water obstacle returns!
Ruff Diamond
Pet Skills
Join Cris from Ruff Diamond Dog Training to discover how rally exercises and tricks can help your dog to walk nicely on the lead, come back when you call them, build focus and engagement and much more. Plus you and your dog will have fun learning them together.
With 15 minute small group slots throughout the weekend you can have a go with your dog learning tips to take away and practice at home.
Parkour
Come and be guided by the team at Fellowship Dog Training and The Dog Log and see how you can interact with the natural world around you in a fun and engaging way in the dog parkour playground.
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Instructors will show you how to build confidence and connection whilst having fun. You will learn how to safely use your environment to enrich your walks.
Canny Canines
If you have a speedy hound then our fastest recall is for you, timed against the clock, only the quickest will get those fabulous rosettes!
Think your dog can resist tempation? then add fastest recall with plenty of toys, food, and distractions and you'll get our temptation alley. Speed and focus are a must.
You can also have a go at their agility course.
Good Citizen
and Rally
Join Curlabull Dog Training Have a Go, areas you will be able to put your dog through its paces and be amazed at how quickly they can pick up the tricks needed for Rally.
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In our Good Citizen Have a Go, you can try and complete the Kennel Club Good Citizen Bronze award and get a Kennel Club Certificate.
TrailDog CaniSports Area
The ‘TRAILDOG CaniSports Area’ will offer the chance to ‘have a go’ at canicross and our mini-UltiMutt course (our obstacle course in September). Both will be absolutely FREE. Also featured in this new area will be scooter and bikejor demos, a Non-stop dogwear shop and TRAILDOG merch store.
We will be supported by our friends and club, Geordie CaniSports, who will be helping to facilitate the sessions, talk kit and fit harnesses. They will also be on hand to talk about the club and the many benefits of joining (they also hold regular free intro sessions locally)! Check out their Facebook page if you can’t wait until the festival.
Mantrailing
Learn how to harness the power of your dogs nose regardless of age, breed and disability.
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Mantrailing is like a giant game of hide and seek with your dog! Working as a team, using your dogs amazing sense of smell to follow a scent trail and find their trail layer = big party at the end! Mantrailing is an inclusive sport, almost any dog can join in, including dog or people reactive, nervous, no recall? no problem, everything is done on the lead.
Dog School Newcastle
Join the Dog's Trust Dog School for 10-15 minute taster dog training sessions. Their coach will talk through dog training methods and give advice on certain topics. With fun, reward based training on everything from recall to loose lead walking, jumping up to leave it training.
Space will be limited so visit the stand to find out more and get booked in early.
