We can’t wait to bring you our 4th Winter Woof — it’s going to be bigger and better than ever! Stay tuned for all the fun, surprises, and updates coming your way!

​Introducing: The Pumpkin Paw Parade! 🎃

​A brand new howl-oween format from YapYap - part social walk, part costume showcase, and all-round spooky fun! Join fellow dog lovers for a festive stroll through London, complete with wagging tails, prizes, and plenty of photo ops. 👻✨

• ​​📅 When: Sunday, Oct 26th, 2025 | 12:00 PM

• ​​📍 Where: Meet at Imperial War Museum - Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park.

• GRAB YOUR TICKETS HERE

​Get ready for Dog Days of Summer. (our sunny spin-off to Winter Woof)

• ​📅 Sunday 31st August 2025

• ​📍 The Ministry Members Club, London

• ​☀️ Puppuccinos, doggy ice cream, tropical photo booths & more

• ​We are raising funds for Jai Dog Rescue by donating £3 from every ticket sold to the charity.

​Please note that due to licensing restrictions, The Ministry is strictly 18+—no children are allowed.

🌟 Event Highlights 🌟

• ​📸 Snap the perfect summer shot with our renowned pet photographer.

• ​🐾 Make a clay paw print keepsake in our hands-on workshop

• ​🦴 Treat your pup at Axel’s Elixir Bone Broth and Puppuccino Bar.

• ​🍹 Enjoy a signature summer cocktail or mocktail from The Ministry Bar.

• ​🎧 Chill out to live DJ sets and sunny beats.

• ​🏆 Enter your pup in fun, feel-good competitions.

• ​🛍️ Shop top dog-friendly brands and summer essentials.

​Dog Competitions

• ​11:00 AM -  Poodle Party: Happiest Poodle Mix

• ​11:30 AM - Cutest Sunshine Puppy (4–18 Months)

• ​12:00 PM - Summer Show-Off: Best Party Trick

• ​12:30 PM - 👯 Like Owner, Like Dog: Human Lookalike Contest

• ​1:00 PM - 🎬 Celebrity Dog-A-Like

• ​1:30 PM - 🧡 Rescue the Runway: Best Rescue Story

• ​2:00 PM - 👗 Summer Icon: Best Dressed

🎉 Join us for the second Dog Party @ The Clocktower Festival!

• ​📍 Where: Caledonian Park, Market Rd, Islington, London N7 9PL

• ​📅 When: Sunday, August 3rd | 12PM - 6PM

​🐶❤️ Expect a full day of fun dog competitions, exciting races, delicious treats (for both humans and hounds!), and shopping from our favourite pet brands - all set to a relaxed, festival vibe.

​Enter your pup in the Fastest Floof race or any of the other exciting dog competitions happening throughout the day!

​✅ FREE to attend and spectate - just RSVP!
Bring your picnic mat, kick back, and enjoy the fun.

​🐶 COMPETITION

• ​1:00 PM - Cutest Puppy - for dogs under 2 years of age

• ​1:30 PM - Fastest Sit

• ​2:00 PM - Best Dressed

• ​2:30 PM - Best Party Trick

• ​3:00 PM - Amazing Rescue

​🐶 FASTEST FLOOF RACE COMPETITION

​Get ready to claim the title of Fastest Floof in London!

​Here's how it works:

• ​🏁 A track will be set up for your dog to join, open from 12 PM to 4.30 PM

• ​🐶 Enter your dog in any of the 3 categories

  • ​Mini Floofs – under 4kg

  • ​Mighty Floofs – 4kg to 10kg

  • ​Mega Floofs – 10kg and over

• ​📊 Throughout the event, we'll be creating a league table to track the fastest times.

• ​🏆 The dog with the quickest time will be announced as the winner on Instagram in the evening.

​See you and your pups there! 🐾🎉

• Last year’s RECAP REEL HERE

If you own a pet brand and you’re interested in getting involved or would like to explore sponsorship opportunities, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Email keef at woof@yapyap.dog

Save the date for the annual Belgravia Dog Party at Belgrave Square Garden on Saturday 21 June from 12pm to 5pm.

Your four-legged friends are invited to show off their best tricks and most adorable outfits. 

Take part in competitions such as Best Dancing Dog and Canine Musical Chairs, with fabulous prizes to be won. 

Beyond the contests, enjoy an array of treats for both humans and hounds alike, from a lively doggie disco to delicious food and drink stalls, plus boutique shopping for you and your pooch.

Savour a selection of refreshing beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, while your furry friends indulge in unique experiences at special dog-friendly pods.

Stay in touch as we release the tickets.

🐣 Maltipoos of London Easter Walk – In Partnership with Knoops 🐾

​Join us this Easter Sunday for a special Maltipoos of London Walk & Friends March, in collaboration with Knoops!

​📅 When: Sunday at 12:00 PM
📍 Meet: Kensington Gardens (exact meeting location to be shared closer to the date)

​We'll gather at 12:00 PM and begin our walk around 12:15 PM, heading toward Knoops Kensington High Street to enjoy a complimentary cup of delicious hot chocolate.

​☕ Drinks Stop:
Knoops Kensington High St London W8 4SG

​🎟 Your ticket includes:

• ​1 x Small Knoops drink (RRP £6.55)

• ​1 x Treat from Hide and Seek (RRP £9.99)

​🐾 All friendly dog breeds are welcome—bring your pup pals along!

🐶 Food Swap & Social is Back! 🐾

Our first Doggy Food Swap & Social of the year is here! 🎉 Let’s start the year by swapping unwanted pet food, meeting fellow dog owners, and supporting Grace’s Pet Food Bank. ❤️

​Let's come together to swap unwanted pet food, connect with fellow dog owners, and support those in need through Grace's pet food bank.

📅 When: Saturday, 9th March, 12 PM
📍 Where: 1-minute walk from Espresso Café, Regents Park (Map Here)

🐾 Free event | Donations optional 🐾

Bring your pup, bring your extra treats, and let’s swap, socialise, and support! 🐕💕

🔗 RSVP link HERE

Get ready for a Merry Woofmas and a barking good time! We’re excited to bring you our third Winter Woof at The Ministry, and it’s set to be our best one yet!

This year, we’re raising funds for Jai Dog Rescue! We’ll be donating £1 from every ticket sold, and all proceeds from the competitions and raffle will go directly to Jai Dog Rescue.

​🌟 Event Highlights 🌟

• Take a festive Photo with Santa Paws with renowned pet photographer Andrew Raven Imagery

• Discover your pup’s personality with Pawstrology

• Let your pup try Axel's Elixir Bone Broth Bar for a seasonal treat

• Enter your pup in fun competitions, including Merriest Christmas Jumper and Most Talented

• Get creative at the Woofmas Card Decoration Workshop with your pup

• Join a Breed Meetup and connect with other pups and owners

• Buy all your Christmas pressies from our incredible doggy small business stalls

• Enter the Winter Woof Raffle for a chance to win big, all for a good cause

Winter Woof Raffle prizes

• £100 dining voucher at The Cavendish

• 3-month supply of Axel’s Elixirs Bone Broth

• Dot Dot Pet Shampoo Hamper

• £100 Pet Pyjamas

• More prizes to be announced!

We want to celebrate our Cavalier Community in partnership with Cavalier Queen Naomi Wilson and The Cavendish Saturday Dog Brunch. This event is exclusive to Cavalier breeds only.

• ​📆 When: Saturday 16th Nov 11:00-15:00

• ​🐶 Walk: Meet at the Espresso Bar, Broad Walk, Regents Park

• ​📍 Eat: Cavendish, 35 New Cavendish St, London, Marylebone W1G 9TR

​From 1- 3pm, you can dine alongside your pup with a three-course brunch set for both humans and dogs. The Cavendish kitchen team take their canine pairing very seriously, and the Cavendish bar team has even come up with dog cocktails so your pet won't feel left out while their humans sip at mimosas.   

​Schedule:

​11:00am: To meet at the Espresso Bar - Regents Park for a walk

​12:00pm: To head down to the Cavendish for brunch

​Terms & Conditions:

• ​Save over £15 with our exclusive breed brunch with RRP on any other Saturday going for £45 not inc drinks

• ​Ticket includes the 3 x course Brunch Menu and 1 free hot drink (for humans)

• ​Ticket includes £12 fresh chef home cooked dogs brunch.(Selection of 3 different meats)

• ​Includes Goodie Bag

​Get ready to howl with delight as YapYap.Dog Halloween Hunt is back! 🐶👻

• ​📆 When: Sunday 12PM-14:00+

• ​​🐶 Where: Hyde Park. RSVP for exact location.

​Don your most creative Halloween costume and gather your furry friends for a day filled with fun, frights, and fantastic surprises. We will share more details closer to date with run of activities. But expect magic cauldron potion, treasure hunt, and best dress competition.

​So, gather your friends, put on your best Halloween costume, and join us for a day of pawsome fun.

FIND OUT MORE HERE

Get ready for the paw-ty of the year! 🎉🐾

• 🐶 WHAT: MALTIPOOS OF LONDON WALKIES AND BRUNCH 🥐

• 📆 WHEN: SATURDAY 28TH SEPT 11:30-15:00

• 📍WHERE: REGENTS PARK AND THE CAVENDISH MARYLEBONE

We're excited to celebrate our OG Community – the fabulous Maltipoos of London – at the exclusive Maltipoos of London x The Cavendish Saturday Dog Brunch!

This is the ultimate event for all the fun-loving small to medium-sized poodle and poodle mixes, so whether you're a Poodle, Maltese, Malshi, Malshipoo, Pompoo, Cavapoo, Cavapoochon or Cottondoodle, you're officially invited to join the fluff-filled fun! 🐶✨

​Schedule:

We'll kick things off by meeting at Regent’s Park for some socialising with fellow doodle-lovers. After we've had some time to mingle, we’ll begin a leisurely stroll over to The Cavendish for the main event! 🌳🐕

• ​11:30AM: Meet at the Espresso Bar, Broad Walk, Regents Park a walk and socialising

• ​12:15PM: To head down to the Cavendish for brunch

• ​1:00 PM: Cavendish, 35 New Cavendish St, London, Marylebone W1G 9TR​

​Terms & Conditions:

• ​Save over £15 with our exclusive breed brunch with RRP on any other Saturday going for £45 not including drinks

• 🐶 Check out the Menu! Human Brunch Menu Choices and Dog Brunch Menu

​Marylebone Village is celebrating 20 years, as part of their annual summer street festival, YapYap.Dog will be hosting this years 'Bark in the Park'.

​We will be bringing all the canines of Marylebone Village a day of doggy activities and workshops including a puppuccino, pawtrait illustrations, doggy tarot card, photo opportunities and much more! Dogs of all breeds & ages are welcome to join!

📆 When: 11:00-17:30

​📍 Where: Marylebone Church Gardens (https://maps.app.goo.gl/QaEHYPfFM7TirmUa8)

​Support the Young Westminster Foundation by entering your pup the chance to win a range of prizes! Hosted by BBC broadcaster Jo Good and Anna Webb.

Competition schedule: 

• ​11:30 - Cutest Pup

• ​13:00 - Most Talented

• ​13:30 - Twin with your dog

• ​15:30 - Best Rescue

• ​16:30 - Golden Oldie

​Workshop schedule:

• ​11:00 - Puppy Meet (1 year and under)

• ​12:00 - Canine Circus (Previously Agility Workshop)

• ​14:00 - Trick Training Workshop by @DaisyDogTherapy

• ​14:30 - Canine Circus (NEW*)

• ​16:00 - Dog Massage Workshop by Grace Len's Lunchbox

• ​16:45 - Canine Circus (NEW*)

​So mark your calendars, fluff up your fur, and let's get cracking on the most awesome summer party ever!

​To find out more about the Marylebone Summer Festival HERE.

🐶 Event Highlights:

​Paper Pawtraits: Alison Russell is a renowned London based silhouettist with over 20 years experience cutting silhouette profiles nationally and internationally. She will be bringing her unique skill & offering paper pawtraits of your pup as a wonderful keepsake!

​Raven Imagery: Andrew Raven is renowned for photographing some of the most well known London dog Influencers and a range of breeds and ages at some of London's most notable landmarks

​Tarot Card Reading: Sally Page will be offering bespoke tarot card readings for you and your pet. Sally has been a renowned healer and Reiki master since 2017. Tarot is a reflection of life in picture form and Sally reads the cards intuitively.

​Sophie Stockart: Immortalise your memories & your dog with a bespoke, hand-crafted sketch from your favourite photos! The perfect gift for you and your pup, Sophie Stockart immortalises your pup in a range of mediums from pencil to watercolour.

​Trick Training Workshop - Claire Daisy Dog Therapy Insta-famous dachshund Daisy and her owner Dr Claire will be running the trick training workshop. Dr Claire works in the NHS and Daisy comes along to the hospital and school visits to provide children with animal assisted therapy. They also host monthly Daisy’s Dachshund meetups in London.

​Doggy Massage : Grace at Len's Lunchbox. Grace is passionate for all respects of animal welfare and founder of Leonard's Lunchbox, a dedicated pet foodbank to help anyone who needs assistance in feeding their pets. Grace is also a certified practitioner of both Whole Energy Body Balance Bodywork for Pets and Energywork for Animals.

​Can't make this one? Sign up to our newsletter and join our community HERE. We'll keep you in the loop of upcoming events.

​FAQs:

​🐶 What is YapYap.Dog's 'Bark in the Park'? YapYap.Dog's 'Bark in the Park' is a FREE TO ENTER special event "doggy zone" as part of Marylebone Village's annual summer street festival, celebrating its 20th anniversary. It's a day dedicated to canine fun, featuring various activities and workshops for dogs of all breeds and ages.

​🐶 Can I walk in, do I need to buy a ticket? The 'Bark in the Park' area is free to all to walk-in & spectate. We however ask if you wish to participate or engage in an activity, workshop or competition to please purchase a ticket.

​🐶 Can all dogs participate in the event? Yes, dogs of all breeds and ages are welcome to join in the fun!

​🐶 When and where will the event take place? The event will take place on Sunday 9th June 2024 from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM at Marylebone Church Gardens. You can find directions here.

​🐶 Can I join if I don't have a dog? Please do! Come for all the doggy therapy.

​🐶 What activities and workshops will be available for dogs and their owners? There will be a range of doggy activities and workshops, including puppuccino, pawtrait illustrations, doggy tarot card readings, photo opportunities, agility workshops, trick training workshops, and more!

​🐶 Do I need to arrive on time for the competitions and workshops? It's recommended to arrive 10 minutes before the start of each session to check in before entering the ring for competitions and workshops.

​🐶 Where can I find more information about the Marylebone Summer Festival? You can find more information about the Marylebone Summer Festival here.

​🐶 How can I support the Young Westminster Foundation? You can support the Young Westminster Foundation by entering your pup in the competition for a chance to win a range of prizes.

​​🐶 Who is YapYap and what else do you do? We’re a community of dog lovers that give each other advice, and share photos and stories about our dogs. We also have a dog-sitting holiday exchange group, and hope to run other events and workshops in the future.

​⛑️ Health & Safety Notice:

​Due to the nature of the event, we do expect there to be busy times, in which you can expect larger crowds & footfall of people within the 'Bark in the Park' area. At the organisers discretion, to avoid overcrowding YapYap.dog might ask that we will adjust your activity ticket time.

​🦮 Dog Owner Responsibility

​Please do not attend if your dog is unwell, in season (heat) or has been diagnosed with Kennel Cough or anything else contagious 2 weeks prior. If your dog displays unwanted behaviours YapYap.dog organisers reserve the right to ask you to give your dog space or to leave the area.

• ​You are responsible for your dog and its safety at all times

• ​Dogs must be kept on lead at all times

• ​Please clean up after your dog 💩

Winter Woof @ Hyde Park

Get ready for a tail-wagging extravaganza at the upcoming Winter Woof at Hyde Park!

This pawsome event promises a festive atmosphere like no other. Picture Santa Paws himself, ready to spread holiday cheer while posing for adorable photos with your furry friends.

• WHEN: Saturday 16th December 2023

• WHERE: St John’s at Hyde Park Crescent

• TIME: 11:30AM to 4PM

Treat your four-legged companion to a puppuccino, specially crafted for their enjoyment. A lick and mix self service counter and bone broth And for the humans, warm up with a cup of delicious mulled wine, adding the perfect touch to this winter wonderland.

And that's not all! The Winter Market will be showcasing 24 independent brands brimming with delightful treats and unique gifts for your pets, making it the ideal place to stock up on all your last minute holiday essentials.

Don't miss out on the competition, where dogs of all shapes and sizes show off their skills and wow the crowd.

Mark your calendars for this woof-tastic event and get ready to make lasting memories with your pets.

This will be the second pet Winter market YapYap has bought to London.

What to expect:

• Winter Market: Independent market stalls offering a variety of pet-themed and holiday gifts.

• Santa Paws Grotto: A holiday-themed grotto for pet owners and their furry friends to take photos with Santa Paws. Professional photographers on-site to capture the moments.

• Competition and activities: Categories may include "Best Dressed," "Most Festive," and "Cutest Duo" (for pet and owner)

The venue:

Well located near London's Paddington Station, Lancaster Gate and Marble Arch station, St John's is located in the heart of a quiet residential area of the Hyde Park Estate Over 400 square metres of flexible floor space Reserved parking is available for day rate of £40

The vendors:

We have a well crafted selection of paw-tastic vendors that will really get you and your doggo feeling the Christmas spirit. From jumpers to tasty treats, theres something for every pup!

Take a peek at what’s on offer:

Are you a new puppy owner looking to socialise your furry friend? Look no further than our puppy socialising party event!

Get ready for the most adorable party in town! The YapYap Puppy Party is happening on October 7, 2023, kicking off at 12:00 PM.

Hosted by YapYap.Dog, YuMOVE, and Zigzag puppy coach, it's going to be a tail-wagging good time in a lovely park near Kings Cross, London.

This is a great opportunity for puppies to learn social skills and build confidence around other puppies. As well as providing your pet with the chance to learn how to play nicely, they will also become more confident in their surroundings and with other people. It will also give you the opportunity to connect, discuss and share any issues you may be having with other puppy parent like you with training etc.

There will be a Zigzag dog trainer on site to help answer any questions.

You would bring home goody bag filled with YuMove and Zigzag products.

We are limiting the session to up to 20 puppies per session. RSVP for exact location.

We are charging for a small fee of £3 to cover for admin cost and volunteers time and £1 of every ticket sold will be donated to Len's lunchbox. Tickets are for one dog and up to two adults/owners per ticket. Grab a ticket today!

What do I need to bring with me?

• Puppies need to have had their first vaccination (ideally more than a week prior to the party)

• The kennel cough vaccination is desirable

• Please bring treats and water for your pets

Looking to sponsor an event with YapYap.Dog? Just message us at woof@yapyap.dog

Join us for the ultimate Cockapoo and Spaniel Carnival, the newest addition to our wildly popular series of doggy get-togethers!

​After the resounding success of Doodle Dog Day, we're thrilled to celebrate the lovable and energetic Cockapoo breed.

​Get ready for a day filled with laughter, frolics, and paw-some adventures as Cockapoos and their owners come together to enjoy a delightful carnival-themed extravaganza.

​From competitions to delicious treats and photo booths, this event promises tail-wagging fun for everyone.

​Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Cockapoo enthusiasts and make memories that will last a lifetime.

​Save the date and prepare for a barking good time at the Cockapoo Carnival!

​Don't forget to follow @cockapoosoflondon on instagram to get the latest Pupdates;

Celebrating the Doodle & Poodle Mix breeds, we are hosting the ultimutt doodle dog meet-up.

​As usual, there would be prizes, puppucino and lots of other activities. Invite your other poo mix to join us for the ULTIMUTT doodle day out in London.

​This event is kindly sponsored by the amazing Snoots team.

​​Please sign up via the link below — we’ll be sharing the exact location details over email.

​SNOOTS VETS
“Snoots is a brand new vet that is opening in Islington in Spring. They focus on long term health and care of your pets, so you don't have to worry if you cant afford vet care. No surprise bills, no long waits - just your everyday vet to help you care for your pet.”

Are you a new puppy owner looking to socialize your furry friend? Look no further than our puppy socializing party event!

​This is a great opportunity for puppies to learn social skills and build confidence around other puppies.

​We are limiting the session to up to 20 puppies. RSVP for exact location.

Maltese of London - Maltese Mingle: A Valentine's Day Party

Calling all Maltese London dog owners! Are you ready to have a "pawsome" Valentine's Day? Look no further, because Maltese of London has got you covered!

On Valentine's Day, we're hosting a "Maltese Mingle" for you and your furry companion. Bring your "pooch-in-shining-armor" or "pooch-in-shining-fur" and join us for an afternoon filled with "tail"-wagging fun.

We'll have a special guest of honour Liliput.The.Maltese attending as well as lots of prizes "ruff"-les and "pup-cakes", and even a "pooch-smooching" photo booth for you and your furry companion.

Don't have a "paw-tner"? No worries! Come join us and mingle with other "puptastic" maltese and their human and other furry friends.

So mark your calendars and come on down to Maltese of London first event on Valentine's Day, and let's make it a "doggone" good time!

Looking to Sponsor an event with YapYap.Dog? Just message us at woof@yapyap.dog

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

Meet-up FAQs:

🐶 Can I come if I don’t have a dog? Please do! Come for all the doggy therapy you need.

🐶 Can I join if I’m not a maltese? Please do! We have many honorary members and welcome small to medium sized dogs that just want to play.

🐶 How regularly do you meet? We will be hosting pawties once a month, with mini-meets at other times of the month in more local areas. Lots of doggies make friends at our events and meet up at other times too.

🐶 What else do you do? We’re a community of dog lovers that give each other advice, and share photos and stories about our dogs. We also have a dog-sitting holiday exchange group, and hope to run other events and workshops in the future.

🐶 I run a small business, can I get involved? Yes, please DM us! We are very invested in supporting local businesses and would love to partner with you for events.

Bring your four-legged friends for a special visit to Santa Paws! With shopping & competitions, this is a dog event not to be missed!!

Whether you have a chihuahua or a Great Dane, come along to our London Doggy Winter Market and get festive with us at Santas grotto, visit some of our amazing shopping stalls, grab some yummy refreshments including mince pies, listen to some Christmas Music and just generally have a fun day out with your pooches!

What else is happening on the day?

• Browse for all your Christmas presents at the stalls from our incredible doggy small businesses selling items from harnesses and dog tags to treats and dog beds

• Visit the Puppucino bar hosted by the amazing Nuts for Pet

• Enter your pup into the doggy competitions including 'best dressed' and 'dog that looks most like the owner' with some amazing prizes up for grabs

• There would be mulled wine, mince pies, and pupcakes.

There will be a prize for each winner sponsored by the Amazing Teddy Maximus. Entry is £2 per competition with all proceeds going to 'Dogs on the Street' charity.

Dogs of all shapes and sizes welcome!

CONFIRMED VENDORS

Teddy Maximus, By Benji Biltong, CoCo Couture, Dogs Dogs Cats Dog, Furr Collective, Luna With Me, Made By Chloe, Nuts for Pets, Make Miso Hungry, The Upper Hounds, Wisdom Panel,

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Interested to sponsor or participate in our WINTER MARKET event?

Just send us an email at woof@yapyap.dog

A hot topic within our community at the moment is Separation Anxiety. On 8th September we will be welcoming Abby, a Separation Anxiety Pro with the Julie Naismith programme, for an online workshop.

Abby’s training is designed to keep your dog below their stress point, gradually increasing their comfortable time alone, without experiencing distress at being left. Abby also looks at building more independence within the hope, any hyper-attachment issues, general training and lifestyle.

If you have missed session, we have here the recording here.

RSVP HERE