The Melbourne Dog Lovers Festival is Back!

Australia’s favourite fur-filled event, the Melbourne Dog Lovers Festival, is back this October 26 – 27, celebrating a massive 10 years of bringing together passionate pooch lovers and their four-legged companions at its brand-new home, the Melbourne Showgrounds.

This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a dog-tastic lineup of entertainment, education, and adorable experiences guaranteed to get tails wagging! From fun and educational sessions to heartwarming rescue stories and high-energy competitions, it’s the perfect day out for dog lovers of all ages.

Plus, for those more feline-inclined, the Cat Lovers Festival is running side by side next door, for the first ever co-located event in Melbourne! It’s the ultimate pet lover’s weekend.

Events include:

🐾 Optimum™ DOGWALK

Be dazzled as stylish pooches, dancing dogs, and rescue heroes take to the all-new runway stage. From fur-shion models in the latest doggie couture to inspiring stories from rescue dogs, this is one paw-some parade you won’t want to miss!

🐾 Dog Friendly Travel Hub

For the ultimate pet-loving traveller, explore must-have accessories, dog-friendly accommodation options, and the hottest destinations perfect for you and your pup. It’s the ideal stop for planning your next adventure with your furry friend!

🐾 Mini Dog Races

Who says little legs can’t move fast? Cheer on as the mini under-30cm dog racers leap over 15cm jumps in a high-speed race that proves size doesn’t matter when it comes to heart and agility.

🐾 High-Flying Demonstrations & Agility Galore!

Farmer Dave Graham and his ‘Extreme High Jumping Dogs’ will wow crowds in the VitaPet Arena. From the K9 Superwall high jump, The Wonderdogs and skipping rope jumping dogs, and Temptation Alley shows, festival goers will be amazed by these incredible displays of skill and stamina

🐾 Australia’s Best Doggleganger

The search for Australia’s top dog-human twin is on! Get ready to see the nation’s best Doggleganger contestants in action and witness the grand reveal of the top lookalike pair at the festival.

🐾 Doggie-Dedicated Supermarket

Shop ’til you drop in the biggest doggie-dedicated marketplace Australia has ever seen. From treats and toys to the latest in pet pampering, this shopping haven will have everything your dog desires—all under one roof.

🐾 ADVANCE™ Paws and Talks

Join daily interactive sessions featuring DOGS VIC breeders, expert Q&A panels, and hands-on activities. Whether you have questions about puppy care or want to dive into breed knowledge, this is the place to get all your dog-related queries answered!