'Walkies' for Wellbeing - Aberdeen Dog-Friendly Walk

Please ensure you read the 'Important Event Information' prior to booking.

‘Walkies’ for Wellbeing is a brand-new event which promises to get the tails of Aberdeen wagging!

Organised by SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) - Scotland's national mental health charity - dog owners and dog lovers in the local community of Aberdeen are invited to join us for a dog-friendly health walk at the beautiful Hazlehead Park.

This free event aims to support the physical health and mental wellbeing of not only our local community in Aberdeen, but also of our beloved canine companions.

Whether you're a local dog owner or just love the company of our four-legged friends, come along to this dog-friendly health walk for a memorable morning which supports your wellbeing!

The event is free to attend but reserving a ticket is essential, due to strict restrictions on the number of walkers we can welcome. Those who have not reserved entry in advance will be turned away.

For full details of the event please visit: www.samh.org.uk/walkiesforwellbeing

* Event Timings *

9.30am - 10.00am

Walkers asked to arrive at The Park Cafe in Hazlehead Park.

10.00am - 10.45am

Group sets off on the walking route from Hazlehead Park.

10.45am - 11.00am

Walkers return to Hazlehead park and thanked for attending. Free 'doggy bags' with goodies given out to the walkers!

* Important Event Information *

Please be aware that this event is stricly for dogs who are well-trained and socialised, comfortable in large groups and non-aggressive both to fellow dogs and the public.

SAMH reserve the right to ask any attendee to leave the event if their dog is demonstrating aggression, anxiety or any behaviour which causes concern to the event organisers.

Further Details:

• Those who have not reserved entry to the event in advance will be turned away.

• As the event will be taking place outdoors, please make sure to check the weather ahead of the event and come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear.

• Please note that, as this is a dog-friendly event which will welcome a high number of dogs, you should not attend if you have a fear of dogs or if you are aware of any allergies to pets.

• Any dog brought to the event must be accompanied by a responsbile adult over the age of 18.

• Children and young people under the age of 18 are welcome to attend the event, but they must be accompanied by a responsible adult over the age of 18.

• If bringing a dog to the event, please ensure your pet is vaccinated, wormed and flea protected in accordance with the recommendation of your vet.

• The owner of any dog brought to the event – and the owner alone – is responsible for the behaviour of their dog and that it is their responsibility to always ensure the safety of themselves and others.

• Dogs must remain on a lead of respectable length at all times during the event.

• Please only attend the event with your dog if you are completely confident that they are well-trained, well-behaved and well-socialised with people of all ages.