Have-a-go Activities

AGILITY

Discover the joy of agility with the aid of the instructors from BTAC Dog Training. Run your dog on or off lead around the flowing and inviting course over jumps, through tunnels and over the contact equipment. Suitable for all dogs over one year. No experience necessary as help is given to ensure you all enjoy your agility experience. Activity is run by BTAC Dog Training.

DOCK DIVING

Come along and let your dog have a go and get super wet in this increasingly popular sport. Remember to bring your camera as you are sure to get some good shots of dogs flying through the air! Activity is run by K9 Aqua Sports.

BALL PIT

Let your dog dive into the GIANT Blue Ball Pit! Expect plenty of treats, tail wags, and a friendly team on hand who will make a real fuss of your four-legged friend. Activity is run by Napo Pet Insurance. While you’re at the Napo Pet Insurance stand, you can chat to the team about pet insurance, get tips on keeping your pet happy and healthy, and learn more about what makes Napo different.

SCENTWORK

Did you know that inside your dog’s nose, there are about 300 million smell receptors, compared to a human’s six million? Join us in our special Scentwork Have-a-Go activity area, where you and your dog can try out a mini scentwork assault course. Activity is run by Kassie Woods from Surrey Dog Behaviour.

BARN HUNT

A fun and exciting new sport that taps into your dog’s natural instinct to sniff and search. The game is set in an arena filled with straw. Climbing over bales and crawling through tunnels, the aim is for your dog to use their nose to find the prize without getting distracted by the decoys. Barn Hunt is suitable for absolutely all types of dog. No matter what their breed, age or physical fitness, any dog can take part in the fun and games! Activity is run by BTAC Dog Training.

PLINKO

Come and try your luck at a game of Plinko! Drop your counter down the board and watch it bounce through a maze of pegs toward one of the prize slots. With prizes ranging from squeaky toys and gourmet biscuits to luxury dog bowl hampers and brand new dog beds, this is a game to get your dog’s tail wagging. All money raised goes directly towards Dogs Trust.

DIGGER’S DELIGHT

You’ve heard of a lucky dip – well this is a lucky ‘dig’!  Your dog can dive into the fun ball pool for dogs, sniff through the balls and hunt for delicious hidden treats! It’s enrichment, exercise and pure joy all rolled into one – perfect for curious noses and wagging tails. Activity is run by AdoptaPaws UK Rescue.

GUNDOG WORKING TEST

Come and have-a-go at a GunDog Working Test Competition at the All About Dogs Show Norfolk. Whether you’re an experienced handler or just want to give it a try, the have-a-go activity will be running alongside a real Working Test Competition with prizes up for grabs. Activity is run by RTB Gundog Events.

HURDLES

Let your dog have a go at Hurdles – a great activity for dogs to use their coordination and speed as they jump their way through the line of hurdles. Will they get the quickest time? Activity is run by Aces.

FLYBALL

Flyball is a fun, fast sport for you and your dog (any breed, any size) – as long as the dogs are over 12 months old they can play flyball. Bring your dog to visit the team and have a go at this increasingly popular dog sport. Activity is run by Funky Fidos.

CANINE CONDITIONING

Curious about canine conditioning but not sure what it actually is? Come and try a few simple, guided exercises designed to help your dog move with more strength, stability, and confidence. Conditioning focuses on gentle, controlled movements that build core strength, improve balance, and support healthy joints. It’s suitable for dogs of all ages and breeds – from lively youngsters learning body awareness to older dogs who benefit from low‑impact strengthening.

In this area, you can explore safe, beginner‑friendly activities, ask questions, and see how small, purposeful exercises can make everyday movement easier and more comfortable for your dog. Pop in, have a go, and learn how conditioning can support your dog’s long‑term wellbeing. Activity is run by Canine Fitness Connection.

SCURRIES

The Gundog Scurry is the ultimate have-a-go activity for dogs of all shapes, sizes and skill levels. This fast-paced, high-energy event is designed to test your dog’s natural retrieving instincts and speed. Your dog will race against the clock to retrieve a dummy or tennis ball and bring it back as fast as they can. It’s all about having fun, building confidence and seeing if your dog has the fastest paws in the field. Activity is run by Meadowlark Field Dogs.

HOOPERS

Hoopers is a fun and engaging sport where dogs negotiate hoops, tunnels and barrels in a flowing and inviting course. With no jumps or tight turns, the sport is accessible for all. We teach you how to help your dog understand ‘hoop value’, how to run through the 80cm wide tunnels and run round the barrels, all in the course order. On or off lead, no experience necessary, suitable for dogs and puppies from 6 months. Activity is run by the BTAC Dog Training.

MINI AGILITY

Designed with smaller dogs in mind, mini-agility gives dogs and their owners the chance to have a go at an adapted agility obstacle course suitable for small breeds. Activity is run by Pug Life Rescue.

LURE RACING

This activity is great fun to watch and perfect for dogs of all ages and fitness levels! See your dog chase the lure – can they get the fastest time of the day? Activity is run by ACES.

FASTEST RECALL

This is a test of speed! It’s a high energy canine sport which requires your dog to chase a toy…. then come back on recall. Will your dog be the quickest of the day? All proceeds of the Recall go to the German Shepherd Rescue Elite.

TOMBOLA DASH

The fastest times within each hour will win a prize. Fastest dog of the day wins a rosette. Activity is run by the Notts & Yorkshire Boxer Rescue.