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NATURO

The Mackle Family have been creating high-quality pet food in County Armagh, Northern Ireland for over 50 years. Naturo Natural Pet Food is a part of the family business. Naturo was created in 2010 after Mackle Petfoods recognised the need for a natural dog and cat food, that used high-quality ingredients and was accessible to all pet parents who wanted to provide a healthy diet for their four-legged friends.

Working closely with our inhouse nutritionist, Naturo Natural Pet Food’s recipes contain high-quality human grade pet food with 100% natural ingredients, added vitamins and minerals, and helps meet the nutritional needs of a healthy and happy pet.

Naturo Natural Pet Foods are proud to be the No.1 Natural Wet Dog food brand in the UK and has been since 2017*. They are the 5^th highest selling overall Wet Dog Food Brand in the UK.*

Our dogs and cats are not just pets, they are four-legged family members. Find out how Naturo helps look after them below.

(*Source IRI Data, December 2024).

ANIMAL FRIENDS

They’re there for you, we’re here for them. Pets are family, right? For over 25 years, Animal Friends Insurance has been dedicated to protecting UK pets, with prices to suit every pocket.

And get this, we’re not like other UK pet insurers. Animal Friends were founded to make a difference. Our policies don’t just protect animals, they help them too! We’ve donated over £9 million to animal welfare charities and conservancies, supporting amazing work across land, sea, and air.

Protecting your world and helping our planet. That’s what makes us wildly different.

Pet insurance you can be proud of.

THE WHITE BUCK BURLEY

We can’t wait to be part of ‘Dogstival’ this year. As a local, extremely dog-friendly pub with rooms, we like to make sure the pooch is as elegantly cared for as their parents. This includes offering a dog-shower  (for mucky-pups), special doggie food and drink, room dog-packages (for pampered pups), treats galore and our very own ‘Bucks Buddies wall of fame’. We know what it takes to welcome and cater for both humans and our four-legged friends and, as we are based just up the road from ‘Dogstival’, in the beautiful New Forest, we also understand the area and what it brings to those living around us, or visiting us with their paw-some pups.

“We will have plenty going on at the event, with an abundance of treats for both humans and dogs, lots of fun and games, and we’ll also then be ready and waiting to welcome you at The White Buck later on for a more relaxed evening with your family and pooch, after a day of barking-fun.

NEW FOREST COTTAGES

New Forest Cottages are proud to sponsor Dogstival. Whether you’re a local needing somewhere for friends or family to stay. Or a dog-loving visitor looking for somewhere lovely to stay we’re here to help.

New Forest Cottages are the area’s largest dog-friendly accommodation provider with a portfolio of over 100 dog welcoming pretty cottages, large family homes as well as barns, cabins and apartments. Some have private swimming pools, swings, orchards, tree-houses and even private beaches.

Prices start low up to luxury level and you’ll be sure to find a holiday home from home to suit all age groups, budgets and tastes. Each offering great bow-wow factors for dogs and their owners.

THE MONTAGU ARMS

The Montagu Arms is a 4 red star country house hotel renowned for its warm atmosphere and truly dog-friendly welcome. Family-owned and with over 200 years of history set in the quintessential village of Beaulieu in the heart of the New Forest National Park making it the perfect getaway for you and your four-legged friend.

There are 15 en-suite dog-friendly bedrooms, furnished in country house style, including two duplex suites overlooking the garden and nine courtyard rooms.

They really roll out the dog-friendly red carpet with a variety of amenities including dog beds, bowls and hampers to keep your furry pal pampered and happy throughout their stay.

Relax in their Victorian-style Magnolia Lounge or take afternoon tea in the conservatory overlooking the gardens. You can enjoy lunch or dinner with your dog at Monty’s Inn, the hotel’s onsite country pub where your pooch can tuck into the homemade À la Bark Menu – choose from a wholesome Chicken Casserole or Doggy Beef Stew.

The Montagu Arms is the perfect dog friendly destination which is why it gets a paws up from us!

DOG FURIENDLY

Dog Furiendly is an online platform, helping Dog Owners find places to Eat, Stay and Explore with their four-legged friends. According to a recent survey, over 90% of UK dog owners experience “pet parent guilt” when leaving their pup behind. Research also suggests that 85% of dogs suffer from separation anxiety when separated from their owners… So why leave your dog at home?

At Dog Furiendly, we’re on a mission to make life easier for pet parents – whether you’re planning a weekend away, sniffing out a pub lunch, or searching for the best dog-friendly walks.

AWAY RESORTS

Get ready for the ultimate dog-friendly getaway—without leaving the festival! The Away Resorts Holiday Park is your pooch’s dream destination, packed with tail-wagging activities, interactive experiences, and a relaxing beach vibe right in the heart of Dogstival.

Let your pup dive into giant paddling pools for a splash-tastic time or cool off at the doggy foam party, happening every hour. Fancy some relaxation? Stretch out in our dog yoga (doga) sessions or treat your furry friend to a festival grooming and styling experience. If your pup loves adventure, try out dog paddle boarding, or unwind together in our cosy outdoor cinema, complete with comfy bean bags and dog-friendly “pupcorn.”

Creativity flows at the Pawprints & Paintbrushes Art Studio, where dogs can create pawprint masterpieces and tie-dye bandanas. For the social pups, our selfie spots and giveaways make for the perfect Dogstival keepsakes.

Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, The Away Resorts Holiday Park is the ultimate destination to experience a festival break, doggy style!

Service Dogs UK – changing lives, two at a time. We are a charity supporting Veterans from the Armed Forces and Emergency Services who live with PTSD. We pair Veterans with dogs, mostly from rescue and together they train to become accredited PTSD Assistance Dogs. We save a dog, help a Veteran and improve the lives of both.

THE CINNAMON TRUST

The Cinnamon Trust are a national organisation who provide support to older people and people who are facing a terminal illness with their pets. We provide hands-on assistance to pet owners across the country when any aspect of the day-to-day care of their pets poses a problem; as well as the provision of lifelong care for pets who outlive their owners.

The Cinnamon Trust survives through a vast network of volunteers and supporters.This year is an extra special year as we are celebrating our 40^th year anniversary. Come and chat to the team to see how you can get involved.

THERAPY DOGS NATIONWIDE

Therapy Dogs Nationwide is a national charity where visiting. Our volunteers have the unique privilege of volunteering with their own temperament tested Therapy Dogs;  some with over 10 years of experience and always focused on benefiting people in the community.Using animals especially Dogs as therapy is not a new idea, they have been used for over 40 years in experience in the care sector and a lot of our volunteers have roots with Lesley Scott-Ordish who was a pioneer in visiting with taking your own pet dog to nursing homes.

The benefits of Animal Assisted Therapies (AAT) have been extensively studied and results range from improvement in general health and wellbeing, increased confidence levels, improved and controlled movement to improved communication skills. Volunteers and Therapy Dogs work with a wide group of people within the community.  Our work in residential care homes had improved communication in residents and patients by evoking memories and stimulating conversation.