Coast and Country Canines Dogs’ Day Out
March 2026
Coast and Country Canines Dogs’ Day Out returns to River Hamble Country Park on Saturday 25 April 2026. The Dogs’ Day Out event will be a fun-filled day for dogs and their families, and a celebration of wildlife aware dog walking. It starts at 11am and is free to enter – those attending just need to pay for parking.
The popular community event is designed to be just as much fun for dogs as it is for their owners. There will be dozens of free activities including:
- A doggy activity trail
- Mantrailing tasters with Darwin’s Dog Training School
- Scentwork games with K9 Klass Dog Training to enhance daily dog walks
- A treasure hunt with a range of prizes to be won
There will be an exciting lineup of expert dog trainers doing demonstrations in loose lead walking, recall, scentwork and introducing dogs to new equipment.
Shona Jenkins, Coast and Country Canines Project Lead, said: “The Coast and Country Canines Dogs’ Day Out is back, and I am so pleased that we have a wonderful selection of local businesses and charities joining us to help dog owners have the best nature friendly walks.
“Visitors will be able to pick up tasty treats, cute doggy accessories and even a free taster photo from a top pet photographer, as well as support the work of some excellent charities. We can’t wait to welcome dog lovers to River Hamble Country Park for a fabulous day out.”
The Coast and Country Canines Dogs’ Day Out will feature a wide range of activities, demonstrations, and stalls – here are the stallholders who will be attending:
- A free dog activity trail
- A free treasure hunt with fantastic prizes
- Scentwork games with K9 Klass Dog Training
- Canicross try ons and information from Muddy Canicross Runners
- Complimentary harness checks and expert dog wear advice from GreenDog Dog Training
- Insights into how The Cinnamon Trust supports pet owners nationwide
- A professional taster photo session with Dogs in Focus Photography (limited slots available)
- Training advice from Goodall Dog Training
- Eco friendly dog treats and toys from 4 Paws and Planet
- A doggy tombola, lucky dip, and more with Southampton Blue Cross
- The Muzzle Library hosted by 360 Pawsibilities
- Mantrailing taster sessions with Darwin’s Dog Training School
- Information about the work of Guide Dogs
- Treats and samples from the Healthy Pet Store
- Guidance on helping children and dogs interact safely from Kids Around Dogs
- Find out about the amazing work of Second Chance Animal Rescue
- Handmade leads and collars from Mavis and Dolly
Coast and Country Canines is an initiative set up by Bird Aware Solent. Its aim is to build a community of dog walkers who choose to walk in a safer, more enjoyable and wildlife-aware way. Anyone interested in attending the event can find out more on the Coast and Country Ca-nines website: https://coastandcountrycanines.org
