From Friday 14th until Sunday 16th October Australians of all ages can get up close and paw-sonal with over 800 gorgeous dogs representing more than 100 breeds, illuminating educational talks and demonstrations from celebrity vet Dr Katrina Warren and dog experts Lara Shannon and Rose Horton plus animal training extraordinaire Kelly Gill and The Wonderdogs ready to ast-hound onlookers with new tricks, and learn tips for a happier and healthier hound! Over 30 free educational talks from Australia’s leading dog and animal experts, including Rose Horton and Lara Shannon.

-The K9 Ninja Championships will see dogs work their way through a wild obstacle course hosted by Big Brother star, Dave Graham.

-The Wonderdogs ready to perform their slew of new tricks and performances in the Vitapet Arena.

-Beloka Kelpies will impress onlookers with their working-dog antics.

-The crowd-favourite Black Hawk DockDogs will make a splash with Big Air, Extreme Vertical and Speed Retrieval competitions.

-Opportunity to hang out with your favourite doggo’s at the Pat-A-Pooch Zone.

-Future fur-parents can discover the best breed to suit their home and lifestyle in the Bow Wow Meow Perfect Match Zone.

-The latest and greatest dog products and services at Australia’s biggest canine supermarket.

-Free Doggy Face Painting and a Glitter Selfie Wall to capture the day’s memories in the new Animal Welfare League’s Kid Zone.

More info & tickets here.