Get Set for the Great British Bark-Off This Sunday
A culinary theme for this year's Chiswick House Dog Show
Dogs encouraged to wear costumes inspired by baking and cultural references
September 20, 2025
The Chiswick House Dog Show is taking place this Sunday, (21 September), from 11:00am to 4:15pm.
The event will be held on the cricket pitch in the grounds of Chiswick House and Gardens, with no rain predicted for the day. Organised by local volunteers, the show is designed to bring together dog owners, residents, and visitors for a day of community engagement and fundraising.
This year’s theme is “The Great British Bark-Off,” which encourages participants to dress their dogs in costumes inspired by British baking and cultural references. The show will feature seventeen competition classes, including categories such as “Waggiest Tail,” “Best Groomed,” and “My Dog’s Got Talent.”
A panel of celebrity judges will oversee the contests, maintaining the event’s tradition of light-hearted and inclusive judging.
In addition to the competitions, the show will include a variety of stalls offering pet accessories, food, homeware, and refreshments.
Entry to the event is free, and dog owners are encouraged to register their pets in advance if they wish to participate in any of the classes.
All proceeds from the show will go to the Chiswick House and Gardens Trust, which is responsible for maintaining and improving the grounds for public use.
The dog show will be held on the cricket pitch
Further details, including registration information and class descriptions, are available on the official website: www.chiswickhousedogshow.org.uk.
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