Whether you're a dog lover who likes to watch dog shows or would like to enter your dog in a show, there are several fun family dog shows and dog events taking place across the three counties, this summer. Many of these shows have classes to suit dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes as well as plenty to do to keep their human friends happy. You’ll find tombolas, craft stalls, refreshments, lively music, agility equipment for dogs, expert advice and much more that make these days out fun the whole family will enjoy!
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June Dog Shows
1.Bushey Fun Dog Show – Sunday 26th June 2022 11am-3pm
King George Recreation Ground, King George Avenue, Bushey, WD23 4NT
The annual Bushey Fun Dog Show returns with a great competition, dog-related stalls and fun for all the family. Show categories include Best Puppy, Best pedigree bitch, Best pedigree dog, Prettiest bitch, Handsomest dog, Best veteran, Best rescue dog, Best non pedigree, Waggiest tail and Best condition. The class winner will receive a bumper goody bag and go through to the Best in Show! Find out more and grab your tickets at
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bushey-fun-dog-show-tickets-354826103427.
2.Windsor Championship Dog Show - 30 June 2022 - 3 July 2022
Home Park, Windsor, Berkshire
Dogs from all over the UK and from overseas will arrive in Windsor for the very popular Windsor Championship Dog Show – the largest event of its kind in the South of England and amongst the biggest in the UK. With Windsor Castle as a backdrop and a ‘garden party’ atmosphere it is very popular with everyone. The Windsor Championship Dog Show is a great day out for dog lovers, with nearly 200 breeds to see over the four days.
Admission is FREE and car parking is £10 per car. No dogs are allowed to be left in cars in the car park, under any circumstances. Visitors who wish to bring their own dog can do so as a ‘Spectator Dog’. All spectator dogs must be over 4 months of age, fully vaccinated and kept on a collar and lead at all times. A brief form must be completed at the entrance of the show and a fee of £5 cash paid. Find out more at:
www.windsor.gov.uk/whats-on/windsor-championship-dog-show-p326701.
July Dog Shows
3.The Bucks We Love Dogs / Festival of Dogs – Saturday 2nd July – Sunday 3 July 10am-5pm
Penn House Estate, access Horsemoor Lane, Beaconsfield, HP7 0PS
The annual Bucks County Show promises something for everyone and coincides with Festival of Dogs and Festival of Cars for 2022. Enter your canine friend in categories including ‘Dog most like owner’ and ‘My dog’s got talent’ at this fun family day. Find out more and grab tickets now at
www.buckscountryshow.co.uk/.
4.Bedgrove Day in the Park – Saturday 9th July 2022 9am-5pm
Bedgrove Park, Ambleside, Aylesbury, HP21 9TT
This July, bring the whole family along to The Day in the Park which takes place every other year and is organised by a sub committee of The Bedgrove Residents & Community Association (BRCA).
We’ll be there!! The team from Potter Paws will judging the Dog Show which starts at 2pm and has 10 categories including: ‘Dog the Judge would most like to take home’ and ‘Best Trick’ with the winner of each category to receive a Rosette and goodie bag prize! It costs £1 entry per dog with all proceeds donated to charity. Find out more about this fun family day out at
www.facebook.com/Bedgrove-Day-in-the-Park-181820978531004/.
5.Summer Fun on the Field – Sunday 10th July 12-4pm
NAWT Bedfordshire, Glebe Farm, Salford Road, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire, MK17 8HZ
National Animal Welfare Trust Bedfordshire’s best Loved event is back for a fun day including a dog show, stalls, refreshments and general fun in the sun! Categories for the dog show include ‘Best treat catcher’ and ‘Child & best friend’. Find out more at
www.nawt.org.uk/events/summer-fun-field.
6.The Agility Club 2022 Show – 22-34 July 2022
Hertfordshire County Showground, St. Albans, Herts, AL3 7PT
This July, for all agility lovers out, the Agility Club Championship and Premier Kennel Club Show comes to St Albans, with classes for all sizes and grade of dog. There will be qualifying heats for the most prestigious events such as Crufts and Olympia, as well as hosting their own Agility Club Starters Agility Challenge (Grades 1-2), Junior Handler (Under and Over 12) and Invitational finals. Find out more and get your tickets at
https://agilityclub.org/agility-club-show/.
August Dogs Shows
7.Beaconsfield country Fayre Dog Show – Monday 29th August 11am-4pm
Windsor End, Beaconsfield Old Town
This is a very popular event with around 5000 people attending and with all profits going to local charities and the Thames Valley air Ambulance . As well as holding the ever popular stretcher races for both children and adults, there’ll be craft stalls, food outlets, children’s entertainment, circus acts, bands and a dog show, promising lots of fun for all the family. Find out more at
www.facebook.com/beaconsfieldcountryfayre.
September Dogs Shows
8.DogFest – Saturday 10th September 2022 9.30am-5pm
Knebworth House, Hertfordshire
Bring your dog to DogFest Hertfordshire, and treat them to a day which guarantees to get their tails wagging. Try your paw at a variety of have-a-go activities from dog diving to agility, enter the Fun Dog Show for your chance to win Best in Show, or raise vital funds for Dogs Trust as you admire your surroundings on the Big Dog Walk. Enjoy sensational dog displays all day in the Main Arena, get advice from a variety of animal experts, learn training tips at the Dog School, and much MUCH more! Plus, there’s shopping galore, festival food & drink, and more dogs than your can ever imagine. Created by dog-lovers, for dog-lovers, DogFest is one of the nation’s favourite dog friendly festival and if you haven’t been before, we recommend it! Find out more and get tickets now at
www.dog-fest.co.uk/hertfordshire
9.Buckingham Dog Show – Sunday 11th September 11am-2pm
Bourton Park Paddock, Bourton Park, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 7AB
The annual Buckingham Dog Show is back this year to crown the best pooch in town! Registration will start from 11am and then judging will commence from 12pm. Application forms can be picked up at the registration table on the day or you can print one and fill it out before arriving. Classes include: ‘Cutest Puppy 5-12 mths’, ‘Waggiest Tail’ and ;Junior Handler 16yrs & Under’ with the winner of each class going through to Best In Show. There will also a host of doggy based stalls and entertainment to browse on this fun family day out. Find out more at
www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckingham-dog-show-2/.
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