Father’s Day Adventures With Your Dog: 5 Active Days Out For Dog Dads!

Father’s Day Adventures With Your Dog: 5 Active Days Out For Dog Dads!

Vetz Petz Team

By Vetz Petz Team

Father’s Day doesn’t have to mean socks, slippers, and sitting in the garden for the 10 minutes that the sun chooses to show itself. For all you Dog Dads, the best Father's Day involves muddy walks, happy tails, and a quick stop for doggy ice-cream with your favourite four-legged sidekick.

But what should you get up to this Father’s Day, or what should you plan for your Dad and his dog? Get out, get active and enjoy some Father’s Day dog-friendly fun. And while you’re at it, enter our fantastic Father’s Day competition!

Hit the Water With Paddleboarding

Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is becoming one of the UK’s favourite dog-friendly activities. What was once pretty niche, is now a rapidly growing sport, perfect for a relaxed weekend. Think calm lakes, gentle rivers, the sun glinting off the water…a brilliant adventure for you and your dog. 

Many dogs take to paddleboards surprisingly quickly, especially when introduced gradually with plenty of treats and encouragement. Dogs stand or lie on the front of the board, watching the world go by, perhaps hopping in for a swim to cool off. It’s a fantastic low-impact activity that builds confidence while letting them cool off on warmer days.

Of course, safety comes first. A well-fitted dog life vest helps keep your canine crew secure if they decide to leap overboard halfway across the lake. And in case it's ever needed, pop a handy Pet First Aid Kit  into your rucksack. 

Whether you’re gliding through the Norfolk Broads, exploring the Lake District, or enjoying a calm evening paddle closer to home, it’s the kind of Father’s Day memory that’s hard to beat.

Plan a Proper British Beach Day

There’s something about a UK beach day with dogs that tops it all! The wind in your hair, sand-flinging zoomies, sharing your chips or Mr Whippy. Regardless of the weather, it’s always a good day. 

A Father’s Day beach trip can be as relaxed or energetic as you like:

  • Gentle wanders along the promenade, seagull spotting

  • Playing fetch in the sea

  • Digging in the sand and building (or destroying) sandcastles

  • Long hikes along the coastal paths

  • Picnic lunches with fish and chips, that absolutely won’t be shared with the dog…honestly!

Don’t forget to check which beaches are dog-friendly, as they often change with the season. You can find a local list here.

And if your pooch is a bit soggy after a dip in the sea, pop them in a dog Dryrobe to keep them cosy and help them dry off for the journey home. 

Embrace the Mud on a Dog-Friendly Run or Hike

Not every Father’s Day needs sunshine. In fact, some of the best dog days out involve a little mud.

Whether it’s a muddy walk through the countryside, or you take on a new challenge like canicross, or a dog-friendly mud-run, embracing the mud is a perfect day out for energetic dogs who love to explore. The UK is packed with beautiful dog-friendly walking spots, from woodland wanders to rolling hills and country parks.

And let’s be honest, dogs absolutely love coming home filthy (especially those mud-monster spaniels!) But before you find yourself scrubbing muddy paw prints off the back seats (definitely not a Father’s Day job), rinse them off with a Mud Daddy portable pet washer! 

Book A New Dog Sport Session

Ever tried a dog sport with your dog? Agility, Flyball, Hoopers, Scentwork—there are so many dog sports to choose from, there will be something for everyone. Book a taster session for Father’s Day at your local dog club, and who knows, you might discover a new life-long hobby! You could be competing at Crufts by next Father’s Day! 

Find your new canine sport obsession here!

Pop Into A Pooch-Friendly Pub

Taking your Dad out for lunch is a classic Father’s Day treat. Why not take the whole family and head to your nearest dog-friendly pub or restaurant for a bite to eat after your energetic Dog Dad Day? 

Plenty of dog-friendly venues even have menus for your pup, too. So they can have something delicious to share in the celebration. 

Find your nearest dog-friendly pub here. 

Keep Your Dog Active For Your Father’s Day Adventures 

Whether your dog joins you on a long walk, beach day, or paddleboarding session, staying active needs your dog to feel agile and mobile, with healthy joints.

That’s why many active dog owners choose to support their dog’s joints proactively, keeping their joints mobile, and helping them to feel good, ready for whatever the next outing brings. 

AntinolⓇ is scientifically formulated to support joint health and mobility in dogs, helping them enjoy an active lifestyle, Father’s Day and every day.

Treat your dog to AntinolⓇ this Father’s Day.

Win the Ultimate Father’s Day Adventure Bundle With AntinolⓇ Joint Care Pro

To celebrate adventurous Dog Dads everywhere, AntinolⓇ is giving one lucky winner the chance to enjoy the ultimate active dog day-out bundle, including:

Perfect for beach days, muddy adventures, paddleboarding trips, and unforgettable weekends with your dog.

Because Father’s Day is better when your best mate comes too.

Enter now, over on our social media channels!

 

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