Everything You Need to Know About… NE1’s Dog on the Tyne

What is NE1’s Dog on the Tyne?

Dog on the Tyne is a brand-new addition to NE1’s Summer in the City programme offering a day full of fun for dog parents and their pooches with activities, treats and the chance to meet other owners and their pups.

We all love dogs here at NE1, and with International Dog Day just around the corner, we thought what better way to celebrate your canine companions than with a paw-some event just for them?

When and where is it taking place?

Dog on the Tyne is happening on Saturday 24^th August from 10am to 2pm at Wesley Square near Urban Garden on Newcastle’s Quayside. Some Dog on the Tyne activities take place at the Swirle Pavilion a short distance away, but more on that soon!

What is happening on the day?

There’s tonnes of dog-friendly fun for your four-legged friends and we think their tails will be wagging all day long with what we've got in store!

Our pals at Urban Garden will be dishing out puppaccinos and there'll be a dog trail course, stalls selling all kinds of canine goodies, a selfie station for capturing that perfect pic of your pup and much, much more!

We're also teaming up with Yoga x Life to host yoga sessions for hounds and their humans, plus a 2K dog walk along the lovely River Tyne - both happening at the Swirle Pavilion.

Do I need to book tickets?

Dog on the Tyne is free to attend and most activities don’t require booking. However, if you’d like to take part in the dog yoga sessions or 2k dog walk, you’ll need to reserve a spot. To book, visit NE1’s Summer in the City website.

What if it’s really hot?

We’ve been lucky enough to have some lovely weather this summer, but we know it’s easy for pets to overheat when it’s warmer. Fear not though – we’ll have cooling mats and water bowls on hand to keep your pups cool and hydrated throughout the day.

Does my dog have to be on a lead?

Yes please! For the safety of everyone attending Dog on the Tyne – both canine and human – we ask that owners keep their dogs on a lead at all times.

Can I bring my dog if they’re excitable or anxious?

We want all pups to feel welcome but you know your dog best and if you feel they might become overwhelmed or overstimulated, then Dog on the Tyne it might not be for them.

Animal Friends has a great article about taking dogs to festivals and summer events featuring tips on recognising signs of stress in dogs (both your own and others) and we’d recommend giving it a read before deciding if Dog on the Tyne is for you and your pup.

We hope you and your canine companions are just as excited about Dog on the Tyne as we are and hope all pups attending have a totally paw-some day. To find out more about Dog on the Tyne or to book a spot for the dog walk or dog yoga, visit NE1’s Summer in the City website.

*Be sure to keep an eye on the weather forecast prior to getting to the Quayside. Make sure you and your dog are properly prepared. We’ll have lots of water to keep them hydrated plus shaded areas to relax in. What your dog can cope with will depend on their age, breed, health and conditions on the day. Some dogs are more prone than others, e.g. those who are old, young, overweight, with thick coats or with short faces such as Pugs and French Bulldogs. Dogs on some types of medication are also more at risk. You can find more information from the RSPCA website here. 

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