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Oktoberfest for dogs is coming to Bristol

By Maddison Bowen  Tuesday Sep 3, 2019

If you’ve ever had to choose between staying at home with the dog or going to the pub with friends – you don’t have to make that decision when planning your Oktoberfest celebrations this year.

Dog Furiendly is coming to Bristol on Saturday, October 6 for Oktoberfest celebrations that both pooch and owner can enjoy.

An online community for dog-owners, Dog Furiendly lists cafes, pubs, restaurants, attractions, shops and walks that are dog-friendly. Their Oktoberfest event will take place at Prince Street Social, with three sessions at 10.30am, 1pm and 5.30pm.

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Owners and dogs will get to enjoy Oktoberfest together. Photo by Tom Harper

The first session at 10:30am is designed for dog owners with children. There will be a Kinder disco, as well as game, prizes and treats.

Dogs and owners will be immersed into a yodeling performance from Yodellynne during the afternoon session, starting at 1pm. There is also the opportunity to laugh along with  Hannah E Phillips, dog-loving author of No Run Intended.

The day ends with an Oompah pah, with authentic Bavarian music from the Bierkeller Boys and a dog show crowning the most Handsome Hansel and Gorgeous Gretel.

Dogs get to enjoy complimentary treats at Oktoberfest. Photo by Tom Harper

“We’re putting together a tail-wagging twist on traditional games and collaborating with a selection of dog-loving Oktoberfest professionals to make the experience authentic,” Adele Pember, founder of Dog Furiendly, said.

All tickets include a beer or juice on arrival, pretzels for dogs, a goody bag and traditional games with prizes. Dog owners will also get the opportunity to have professional photos with their dog with a themed photobooth.

Tickets are £15 and can be bought at at www.dogfuriendly.com/dogtoberfest

Read more: A Pug Cafe and Dachshund Cafe are coming to Bristol

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