This year’s DogFest, in partnership with Agria Pet Insurance, is championing animal welfare. For the first time, seven of Agria’s rehoming partners will be attending each of the DogFest venues, raising awareness of local charities and showcasing dogs who are looking for their forever homes.
This annual UK festival attracts over 150,000 dog lovers and admirers to seven heritage sites across the country for a jam-packed weekend of entertainment. DogFest and Agria are committed to supporting independent, volunteer-run organisations across the UK, whether breed-specific, mixed, or all-dog rescues, every penny raised will have a direct and positive impact on the animals in their care.
The incredible organisations partnered this year work tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs that, through no fault of their own, need a second chance. With each ticket purchase, attendees will have the option to add a donation, helping these charities continue their vital work, with all money raised going toward providing food and shelter, offering medical care and funding important training. Your contribution will ensure these deserving dogs get the fresh start they deserve.
The charities chosen at each venue are:
- Spaniel Rescue Foundation at Ragley Hall (10 – 11 May)
- British Dalmatian Welfare at Knebworth House (7 – 8 June)
- People’s Animal Welfare Society at Tatton Park (21 – 22 June)
- German Shorthaired Pointer Trust at Blenheim Palace (12 – 13 July)
- British Chihuahua Rescue at Ashton Court (6 – 7 September)
- Scottish Terrier Emergency Care Scheme at Harewood House (13 – 14 September)
- German Shepherd Rescue Elite at Loseley Park (27 – 28 September)
“We are delighted to be highlighting the inspiring work of these local charities as part of this year’s festival,” commented DogFest Event Director, Tess Drew. “With the help from our partners at Agria, we are working towards making this year’s DogFest the biggest and best yet.”
“DogFest is such a wonderful celebration of the special bond between dogs and their people. The Agria team is passionate about supporting animal welfare and rehoming charities, so we’re very proud that our partnership will celebrate the life-changing impact rescues have on dogs and their new families. As an adopter myself, I know first-hand how powerful this is, and I am very excited for what’s to come this year,” says Vicki Wentworth, Managing Director, Agria Pet Insurance.
As part of DogFest’s activities, there will also be the Breed Meet Ups in partnership with Agria Pet Insurance, where people from across the country come together to bond over their shared love for certain breeds. There will also be the Big Dog Walk with Agria Pet Insurance at each venue, kicking off with the Agria Dog Walk at Ragley Hall in May. Promoting the mental and physical benefits of owning a dog, as well as raising money for charity and allowing dog owners and lovers around the country to socialise together and raise funds whilst they’re at it.
Don’t miss out on the biggest and best DogFest events ever, book your tickets and include a donation to these fantastic charities through the box office at www.dogfest.co.uk
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