DOGGY WHAT'S ON KENT

DOGGY WHAT'S ON KENT

Saturday 17 May
Rainah Dogs 1st Birthday Party!

Saturday 17 May - Rainah Dogs 1st Birthday Party!

When?Saturday 17 May 2025
Where?Arby's Cafe, Blean Woods, Blean, Canterbury Kent CT2 9JZ
Times?16:00-19:00
Admission? Free

An afternoon of tail-wagging chaos, cake and community to celebrate Rainah Dog's first birthday.

Pupcakes and refreshments, obstacle course, prizes to be won, free pupcakes from Peggy Lou's Dog Bakery subject to availability

A photo wall to capture the good times and the legendary Soggiest Dog competition!

Goodie bags for the early birds, first come first served


Sunday 18 May
Doggy Paddle Day with Canoe Wild

Sunday 18 May - Doggy Paddle Day with Canoe Wild

When?Sunday 18 May 2025
Where?Grove Ferry Picnic Site, Grove Ferry Road, Canterbury Kent CT3 4BP
Times?09:00-18:00
On Facebook
canoewild.co.uk

Come and join us for a celebration of our Dog Friendly paddles. Bring your fur babies for a fun paddle activity with all the family.

Pups on Sups and Canines in Canoes are more than welcome and FREE on board our Kayaks, Canoes and Paddleboards. For more information about the event and bringing your pooches for a paddle drop us an email at Info@canoewild.co.uk


Sunday 18 May
Labrador Lovers

Sunday 18 May - Labrador Lovers

When?Sunday 18 May 2025
Where?Happy Paws Dog Field, M E M Centre, Allbart Ltd, New Road, Sheerness Isle of Sheppey Kent ME12 1AU
Times?10:00-11:00
Admission? £4 for 1 dog includes doggy treat cone
Book Online

Attending dogs must be both human and dog friendly and be able to socialise off the lead in a safe manner. Each ticket purchased permits entry for ONE dog.

Limited Places, first come first served, includes a free doggy treat cone!

All types of Labrador breeds are welcome


Sunday 18 May
Arby's Cafe Blean Woods Pup Social

Sunday 18 May - Arby's Cafe Blean Woods Pup Social

When?Sunday 18 May 2025
Where?Arby's Cafe, Blean Woods, Blean, Canterbury Kent CT2 9JZ
Times?10:00-15:00
Admission? Free

Arby's Cafe Dog Walk / Meet with dog stalls normally Peggy Lou's Dog Bakery and Rainah Dogs.

Normally once a month on a Sunday meet 11am at Arby's Cafe, walk at 11.15am for around an hour in the lovely Blean Woods then back to Arby's Cafe for refreshments.

Arby's Cafe open 9am to 4pm.


Sunday 18 May
Dog Friendly Cinema Canterbury

Sunday 18 May - Dog Friendly Cinema Canterbury

When?Sunday 18 May 2025
Where?Curzon Canterbury Westgate Cinema, Westgate Hall Road, Canterbury Kent CT1 2BT
Times?11:00-22:00
Book Online!

Dogs welcome at Curzon Cinema Westgate Canterbury every Sunday! It's Doggy Day!


Monday 19 May
Pet Blood Donation Gravesend

Monday 19 May - Pet Blood Donation Gravesend

When?Monday 19 May 2025
Where?Shrubbery Vets, Gravesend, DA11 8RD
Times?09:00-17:00
petbloodbankuk.org

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!


Wednesday 21 May
Wednesday Woodland Walk Blean

Wednesday 21 May - Wednesday Woodland Walk Blean

When?Wednesday 21 May 2025
Where?Arby's Cafe, Blean Woods, Blean, Canterbury Kent CT2 9JZ
Times?09:50-14:00
Parking? Denstroude Lane CT2 9JZ
Admission? Free

Hosted by Arbys Cafe, normally every Wednesday meet at Arbys Cafe, sociable woodland walk then back to Arby's Cafe for hot drinks if you would like to.

Walk 10am to 11am meet Arby's Cafe and coffee and cafe 11am to 2pm, all welcome


Saturday 24 May
4 Paws at the Fort

Saturday 24 May - 4 Paws at the Fort

When?Saturday 24 May 2025
Where?Fort Amherst Dock Road, Chatham Kent ME4 4UB
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? From £7

Come and enjoy two fun packed days dedicated to our four legged friends. With exhibitions, stalls, fun competitions and amazing activities for our canine best friends.

Activities included in your admission price: Bubble Dog Disco, Dog Competitions, Puppy Ballparks, Splash pools, Demonstrations, Doggy market

Please note that we have limited onsite payable parking, alternative parking is located at Medway Council Gun Wharf's offices.


Saturday 24 May
Paws for Mind, Sponsored Dog Walk

Saturday 24 May - Paws for Mind, Sponsored Dog Walk

When?Saturday 24 May 2025
Where?Hythe Canal, starting at the Royal Military Canal path, Seabrook Road side, Hythe Kent. The closest postcode is CT21 5RS.
Times?10:15-14:00
Admission? £5 per dog

Join our sponsored dog walk in Seabrook, and help raise funds for South Kent Mind’s mental health services.

This is a lovely opportunity to get outdoors, meet others in the community, and enjoy some quality time with your four-legged friends – all while supporting South Kent Mind.

Whether you’re walking your own dog, coming along with friends, or simply want to show your support, everyone is welcome.

For full event details and how to take part, visit the South Kent Mind event page.


Saturday 24 May
Kingsnorth Country Fyre

Saturday 24 May - Kingsnorth Country Fyre

When?Saturday 24 May 2025
Where?Kingsnorth Playing Fields, Kingsnorth, Ashford Kent TN23 3EF
Times?12:00-18:00
Admission? Free
On Facebook

Fun activities for the whole family including a dog show.


Sunday 25 May
4 Paws at the Fort

Sunday 25 May - 4 Paws at the Fort

When?Sunday 25 May 2025
Where?Fort Amherst Dock Road, Chatham Kent ME4 4UB
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? From £7

Come and enjoy two fun packed days dedicated to our four legged friends. With exhibitions, stalls, fun competitions and amazing activities for our canine best friends.

Activities included in your admission price: Bubble Dog Disco, Dog Competitions, Puppy Ballparks, Splash pools, Demonstrations, Doggy market

Please note that we have limited onsite payable parking, alternative parking is located at Medway Council Gun Wharf's offices.


Sunday 25 May
The British Country Show, Kent, We Love Dogs Show

Sunday 25 May - The British Country Show, Kent, We Love Dogs Show

When?Sunday 25 May 2025
Where?Wings of the Morning Field, 1 London Road, Wrotham, Sevenoaks Kent TN15 7NS
Times?10:00-17:00
Admission? Adults from £11

A weekend full of dog-tastic displays, shopping, activities and charity fun dog show and fun pedigree dog show with 20 categories to enter.

Activities include talks, agility displays and all day have a go agility, dog trail and games, story telling and "dogs have got talent".

There's also loads more to explore, including a food festival, festival of kids and music.

Tickets can be bought online (with discount) or on the day.


Sunday 25 May
Pet First Aid Level 2 (VTQ)

Sunday 25 May - Pet First Aid Level 2 (VTQ)

When?Sunday 25 May 2025
Where?Ashford
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? Pre-booking essential
bluebellpetcare.com

Light Refreshments * Please wear comfortable clothes * Course is interactive

Contact Aubrey on 07903 834429 if you would like more information.


Monday 26 May
Manston and District Canine Society Dog Show

Monday 26 May - Manston and District Canine Society Dog Show

When?Monday 26 May 2025
Where?Northbourne Village Hall, The Drove, Near Deal Kent CT14 0LN
Times?09:30-16:00
Admission? £2 per dog, per class
On Facebook

33 Novelty Classes, including Manston and District Members free class in aid of Hounds for Heroes and The Cinnamon Trust.

Entries taken from 9.30, judging starts at 10.30.


Monday 26 May
The British Country Show, Kent, We Love Dogs Show

Monday 26 May - The British Country Show, Kent, We Love Dogs Show

When?Monday 26 May 2025
Where?Wings of the Morning Field, 1 London Road, Wrotham, Sevenoaks Kent TN15 7NS
Times?10:00-17:00
Admission? Adults from £11

A weekend full of dog-tastic displays, shopping, activities and charity fun dog show and fun pedigree dog show with 20 categories to enter.

Activities include talks, agility displays and all day have a go agility, dog trail and games, story telling and "dogs have got talent".

There's also loads more to explore, including a food festival, festival of kids and music.

Tickets can be bought online (with discount) or on the day.


Wednesday 28 May
Low Income Mobile Veterinary Clinic

Wednesday 28 May - Low Income Mobile Veterinary Clinic

When?Wednesday 28 May 2025
Where?Macknade Farm Shop, Selling Road, Faversham Kent ME13 8XF
Times?14:00-15:00
Admission? £15 consultation fee
On Facebook

The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund Kent run low income mobile veterinary clinics normally every other week in the Macknade Faversham Kent car park.

£15 consultation fee plus extra for treatment as necessary and proof of low income/benefits required.

Cash only


Saturday 31 May
Pet Blood Donation Tunbridge Wells

Saturday 31 May - Pet Blood Donation Tunbridge Wells

When?Saturday 31 May 2025
Where?Well House Vet Clinic, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 8HJ
Times?09:00-17:00
petbloodbankuk.org

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!


Sunday 1 June
Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

Sunday 1 June - Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

When?Sunday 1 June 2025
Times?10:00-16:00
On Facebook

Our Pet Owners & Pet Professionals Animal Pet First Aid course as standard includes the following:

  • * 6 hours CPD.
  • * 14 AMTRA points.
  • * Certificate of attendance.
  • * First Aid Manual.
  • * Nose2Tail webinar.
  • * Practical CPR and bandaging session.
  • * Background information pack.
  • * Free tea and coffee.


Sunday 1 June
Summer Hazards for Dogs

Sunday 1 June - Summer Hazards for Dogs

When?Sunday 1 June 2025
Where?Gillingham Golf Club, Woodlands Road, Gillingham, Kent. ME7 2AP
Times?16:00-18:00
Admission? Introductory price of £20

A 2 hour certified (CPD UK) talk highlighting the potential threats your dog may encounter during the summer months; an invaluable insight to what may cause harm to your beloved pet focusing on beach, garden and countryside hazards.

Limited time only introductory cost: £20 per person.
Areas covered include: Heatstroke. Near drowning. Wounds. Choking. Garden hazards. Bites & stings.

All attendees receive: * Certificate of attendance * 2 hours CPD * Tea/Coffee * Background Information. * Discount voucher for the animal first aid course (conditions apply).

For more information or to book your place contact Kerry Stubbs RVN CertVNECC MBVNA 07395 834735 or email info@petownersfirstaid.co.uk


Saturday 7 June
Doggy Brunch Faversham

Saturday 7 June - Doggy Brunch Faversham

When?Saturday 7 June 2025
Where?The Cow Shed at The Ship, 12 Ospringe Street, Faversham Kent ME13 8TL
Times?09:30-12:00
Parking? Parking free on-site when you enter your registration number at the bar!
Admission? Free
Cow Shed Moos

Every first Saturday of the month from 9.30am, walkies on down to The Cow Shed at The Ship Inn, where you’ll find a whole host of treats & toys for your BFF (Best Fur Friends) and a delicious brunch menu to woof down!!! You'd be barking mad to miss it, booking recommended!

If you can't walkies then you can drive and park and register your car at the bar for free parking!

We’ll also have the amazing Bolt Bites joining us with yummy treats.

Our full breakfast menu is available until midday but stay as long as you like in our dog-friendly pub inside and out, see you Saturday!


Saturday 7 June
Canines at the Castle Fun Dog Day and Show

Saturday 7 June - Canines at the Castle Fun Dog Day and Show

When?Saturday 7 June 2025
Where?Tonbridge Castle, Castle Street, Tonbridge Kent TN9 1BG
Times?11:00-17:00
Admission? Free entry
On Facebook

Dog Shows in two arenas with over 20 different classes, Prizes to be won, Stalls and food vendors, Agility, Scent Training and more. Classes include best child handler, best pup, best veteran(older dogs) and a very special class just for xl bullies.

Register interest in stalls contact Dave on 07928 282312 or at dandcmevents@gmail.com


Saturday 21 June
Doggy Brunch Birchington

Saturday 21 June - Doggy Brunch Birchington

When?Saturday 21 June 2025
Where?The Cow Shed Bar & Grill, 3 The Square, Birchington Kent CT7 9AE
Times?09:00-12:00
Parking? Parking on Park Lane OR Albion Road Car Park
Admission? Free

Walkies on down to The Cow Shed Bar & Grill Birchington Kent where you’ll find treats galore for you and your BFF (Best Fur Friend) !

Our full breakfast menu is available from 9am-12pm with new 'doggy food' menu coming soon!

You’ll be barking mad to miss it. Every third Saturday of the month.

Booking recommended!


Sunday 22 June
Arby's Cafe Blean Woods Pup Social

Sunday 22 June - Arby's Cafe Blean Woods Pup Social

When?Sunday 22 June 2025
Where?Arby's Cafe, Blean Woods, Blean, Canterbury Kent CT2 9JZ
Times?10:00-15:00
Admission? Free

Arby's Cafe Dog Walk / Meet with dog stalls normally Peggy Lou's Dog Bakery and Rainah Dogs.

Normally once a month on a Sunday meet 11am at Arby's Cafe, walk at 11.15am for around an hour in the lovely Blean Woods then back to Arby's Cafe for refreshments.

Arby's Cafe open 9am to 4pm.


Sunday 22 June
Cockapoo Club

Sunday 22 June - Cockapoo Club

When?Sunday 22 June 2025
Where?Happy Paws Dog Field, M E M Centre, Allbart Ltd, New Road, Sheerness Isle of Sheppey Kent ME12 1AU
Times?10:00-11:00
Admission? £4.50 for 1 dog
Book Online

Attending dogs must be both human and dog friendly and be able to socialise off the lead in a safe manner. Each ticket purchased permits entry for ONE dog.

Limited Places, first come first served, includes a free doggy treat cone!


Saturday 28 June
Canine Carnival at Chiddingstone Castle

Saturday 28 June - Canine Carnival at Chiddingstone Castle

When?Saturday 28 June 2025
Where?Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge Kent TN8 7AD
Times?11:30-16:30

The Dog Advisor Kent is excited to announce our event partnership with Chiddingstone Castle's first Canine Carnival! An action packed arena, displays, bar, stalls (some of your DOGGY DIRECTORY favs), Dog Show, Treats, Experts A and A, BBQ and Ice Cream for humans and dogs what's not to like!

Ticket information coming soon!


Sunday 29 June
Pet Blood Donation Canterbury

Sunday 29 June - Pet Blood Donation Canterbury

When?Sunday 29 June 2025
Where?Barton Vets, Canterbury, CT1 3BH
Times?09:00-17:00
petbloodbankuk.org

Did you know your dog could give blood?

If your dog is fit and healthy, confident, enjoys meeting new people, between 1 and 8 years old and weighs more than 25kg he or she could be a lifesaver!

If you are interested in your dog donating, register your dog on the Pet BloodBank website and a member of the team will call you back to check the suitability of your dog becoming a donor.

From there, an appointment will be booked by our team. Let us know how you get on!


Wednesday 23 July
Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

Wednesday 23 July - Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

When?Wednesday 23 July 2025
Where?Gillingham Golf Club, Woodlands Rd, Gillingham ME7 2AP
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? Kerry Stubbs on 07395 834735 or petownersfirstaid@outlook.com to book
On Facebook

Our Pet Owners & Pet Professionals Animal Pet First Aid course as standard includes the following:

  • * 6 hours CPD.
  • * 14 AMTRA points.
  • * Certificate of attendance.
  • * First Aid Manual.
  • * Nose2Tail webinar.
  • * Practical CPR and bandaging session.
  • * Background information pack.
  • * Free tea and coffee.


Saturday 6 September
Dogs of Woolton 2025

Saturday 6 September - Dogs of Woolton 2025

When?Saturday 6 September 2025
Where?Woolton Farm, Bekesbourne Lane, Bekesbourne, Littlebourne, Canterbury Kent CT4 5EA
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? Free tickets
Book free tickets!

What could be better than a whole dedicated to out four legged friends. Come on down with your doggys and join us for a whole day of fun dog themed fun. All welcome on the Saturday 6th September 2025. Dog stalls, dog ice cream, Face painting (for humans only) Food stalls, Awards for best dresses, cutest puppy, best trick & most importantly waggest tail. Few rules: We do ask that all dogs are kept on leads. We have loads of walking routes on the farm so if you need to let your 4 legged friend off please ask us and we can send you to the right place. Note times provisional


Sunday 7 September
Pet First Aid Level 2 (VTQ)

Sunday 7 September - Pet First Aid Level 2 (VTQ)

When?Sunday 7 September 2025
Where?Ashford
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? Pre-booking essential
bluebellpetcare.com

Light Refreshments * Please wear comfortable clothes * Course is interactive

Contact Aubrey on 07903 834429 if you would like more information.


Saturday 20 September
Paws in the Park Kent

Saturday 20 September - Paws in the Park Kent

When?Saturday 20 September 2025
Where?Kent Showground, Detling Hill, Maidstone Kent ME14 3JF
Times?10:00-16:00
On Facebook
Book Online!

Paws in the Park is back for another year of tail-wagging fun!
The UK’s largest outdoor dog show returns with two weekends packed full of exciting activities for both you and your dog.
Join us on May 17th-18th at the South of England Showground, and again on September 20th-21st at the Kent Showground in Detling.
Come along to see amazing demonstrations from skilled working dogs in the main arena and choose from over 30 activities for your dog to try, including; dogstable, agility, flyball, mini paws, and gun dog scurries. There's even the chance for your dog to make a splash at the K9 Aqua Zone and Dash N Splash!
With classes for all breeds and sizes at the fun dog show, plus over 100 trade stands to shop from, Paws in the Park is a must for all dog lovers.

For more details and to grab your tickets, visit pawsinthepark.net.


Sunday 21 September
Paws in the Park Kent

Sunday 21 September - Paws in the Park Kent

When?Sunday 21 September 2025
Where?Kent Showground, Detling Hill, Maidstone Kent ME14 3JF
Times?10:00-16:00
On Facebook
Book Online!

Paws in the Park is back for another year of tail-wagging fun!
The UK’s largest outdoor dog show returns with two weekends packed full of exciting activities for both you and your dog.
Join us on May 17th-18th at the South of England Showground, and again on September 20th-21st at the Kent Showground in Detling.
Come along to see amazing demonstrations from skilled working dogs in the main arena and choose from over 30 activities for your dog to try, including; dogstable, agility, flyball, mini paws, and gun dog scurries. There's even the chance for your dog to make a splash at the K9 Aqua Zone and Dash N Splash!
With classes for all breeds and sizes at the fun dog show, plus over 100 trade stands to shop from, Paws in the Park is a must for all dog lovers.

For more details and to grab your tickets, visit pawsinthepark.net.


Wednesday 22 October
Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

Wednesday 22 October - Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

When?Wednesday 22 October 2025
Where?Gillingham Golf Club, Woodlands Rd, Gillingham ME7 2AP
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? Kerry Stubbs on 07395 834735 or petownersfirstaid@outlook.com to book
On Facebook

Our Pet Owners & Pet Professionals Animal Pet First Aid course as standard includes the following:

  • * 6 hours CPD.
  • * 14 AMTRA points.
  • * Certificate of attendance.
  • * First Aid Manual.
  • * Nose2Tail webinar.
  • * Practical CPR and bandaging session.
  • * Background information pack.
  • * Free tea and coffee.


Wednesday 3 December
Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

Wednesday 3 December - Pet Owners & Professional Animal First Aid

When?Wednesday 3 December 2025
Where?Gillingham Golf Club, Woodlands Rd, Gillingham ME7 2AP
Times?10:00-16:00
Admission? Kerry Stubbs on 07395 834735 or petownersfirstaid@outlook.com to book
On Facebook

Our Pet Owners & Pet Professionals Animal Pet First Aid course as standard includes the following:

  • * 6 hours CPD.
  • * 14 AMTRA points.
  • * Certificate of attendance.
  • * First Aid Manual.
  • * Nose2Tail webinar.
  • * Practical CPR and bandaging session.
  • * Background information pack.
  • * Free tea and coffee.