The World of Dogs is a dedicated area for every dog lover. With arena displays, fun dog shows, multi scurry and chase the bunny there is plenty for your dog to take part in and enjoy!
Gundog Multi-Scurry
Another have-go-opportunity for the family dog. This section of the show will be run by jixenwell gundogs with a selection of multi scurries.
The Gundog Scurry at the Living Heritage Game and Country Fairs will be an opportunity for each and every person to come along with their dog and have a go! Each day of the event James and Davina will be running a number of events for you to come along and enter on the day. For those people wishing to have a bit of a challenge, the events will be timed and split into 3 categories of Junior Handler, Novice and Open. Prizes will be available for the top 3 times, but also there will be bonus prizes available for those people who are brand new to the Gundog World.
Have A Go Fun
Have a go AGILITY
Come along with your dog, no experience necessary.
Our instructors will guide you around our flowing course over jumps, through tunnels and over the dog walk. Fenced and gated rings, suitable for dogs 12 months and over.
Have a go HOOPERS
This activity is great fun and ideal for dogs of all ages from puppies (4 months plus) to the senior dogs. No experience necessary as our instructors will explain everything and help you navigate your dog around the course. We have hoops to run under, tunnels to run through and barrels to run round. Fenced and gated ring.
Lurchers
Lure Crazy will be attending all of our Game and Country Fairs and will be holding both Lurcher Racing and Lurcher Showing at each event. Look out for the Greyhound Racing at selected shows.
Please note we only hold events for Whippets on the first day of every show
For more information please click here.
Chase the Bunny
If your dog loves to chase this could be their moment! Dogs are matched to general size and speed and race to chase the lure around the arena. Great fun to both take part in and to watch – especially when the dogs run in completely the opposite direction, or find a more interesting smell.
2024 Kennel Club Spaniel Championship Winner
Aubury Ladyman winner of the 2024 Kennel Club Spaniel Championship will be in the arena working alongside Paul Makepeace with their gundog demonstration.
Aubury won the championship with his spaniel FTCh Rosebay Meadow – known at home as Bella – was awarded first place in the competition, which saw 55 talented English Spinger Spaniels tested on their natural working ability.
Come along and watch this champion at work with his dogs, not just an expert but a winning champion.
Individual Minor Breeds
We have a variety of minor breeds, from manchester terriers through Australian terriers, Otterhounds and Lancashire Heelers to name but a few. Come and meet some of these lesser known breeds; make a new friend and ask their expert and enthusiastic handlers any questions you might have.
WhipCurl Canine Resolve & Rare Breed Gundogs
Judy Hempstead of WhipCurl Canine Resolve has been running gundog demonstrations, training sessions, parades & gundog pavilions for the Minority Gundog Breeds
Waggy Tails – Fun Dog Show
Twenty classes for dogs of any breed, size or age. From junior handlers through to prettiest bitch, waggiest tail and the infamous fancy dress class, there is something for every dog.
Bookings taken all day – Judging starts at 1.30pm. Our aim is to put the FUN back into dog shows. We do not take ourselves seriously at all, so don’t worry if your dog doesn’t either!
Please note fancy dress for you and your dog optional – Good Luck
Siberian Husky Welfare Association
The Siberian Husky Welfare Association was founded in 2007 to rescue and rehome unwanted huskies throughout the UK. We also offer advice, support and counselling for husky owners who are having difficulties with their dogs, so that they can be helped to keep their dogs rather than giving them up for adoption.
For more information please visit https://siberianhuskywelfare.co.uk/
Doggy Shopping
Your dog will want you to do some shopping around the World Of Dogs Arena where we have every possible treat for the well deserving pampered pooch, as well as a few for their owners!
Minor Breeds Marquee.
Come along and see the various minors breeds in our World of Dogs section of the show. This includes dogs that are professionally breed with some rare and unusual types from long haired, short, curly haired, small dogs, big dogs and all different types fo dogs.
Some of which often exhibit at Cruft’s and other recognised dog breed events.
It’s a great chance to visit them and learn about the different breeds, met the owners and get advice.
Please note breeds may vary from show to show
Doggy Dancing Demo Team
Ali Buck & Bodie
I have been competing in dog dancing for about 15 years, my current dance partner is Bodie who is a 3 year old Australian Shepherd x Border Collie. Bodie is exceptionally smart and keen. He is the friendliest dog ever and loves everyone. He’s also very handsome and charming so normally gets what he wants.
He’s currently competing in Intermediate Freestyle and Heelwork ( though he’s likely to be in advanced by August as he is only one win away from being Advanced).
Lorna Hayes and her 6 year old border collie Nora have been competiting in Heelwork to Music Freestyle for 5 years. Together they have won the Crufts National and International Freestyle finals in 2024, earnt Gold for Team GB twice at the European Open Championships in 2023 and 2024 and become Reserve European Champions in the Individual Freestyle.
They were also one of the stars on the Disney documentary ‘The Secret Lives of Dancing Dogs’ which followed their journey to their first Crufts National Freestyle Final in 2023 in which they came 3rd. They have once again qualified for Crufts 2025 for the UK Freestyle final.
They really have had an incredible journey since becoming addicted to the sport in 2019. Their performances are full of fun and truly demonstrates their unique bond that allows them to look like they are dancing in perfect harmony.
Where: Dog Arena