​London's first indoor wellness festival for dogs and their humans.

London's first indoor wellness festival for dogs and their humans.

Presented by YapYap, London's largest active dog community, with headline partner The Dog Nutritionist, in partnership with Love My Human, at Royal Lancaster London.

Saturday 26 September 2026, 11am to 4pm

Royal Lancaster London, W2 2TY

A full day of talks, workshops, grooming, and a curated marketplace, dedicated to feeling good at both ends of the lead.

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The Love My Human groomers will be on hand to provide mini glow ups and grooming advice. They will be offering - brush outs, nail trims, trims around eyes and paws. Teeth cleaning, ear cleaning and grooming product advice.

Highlights

Expert talks and wellness workshops

Guided art therapy with your dog

Love My Human Grooming Bar - mini glow ups, brush outs and grooming advice

Curated Wellness Marketplace

Pet Pawtraits photo session

Sunday Dog Social Pawtini Bar, powered by Litpet

Dog breed meetups at the Italian Garden

Expert Talks & Fireside Chats at Sunday Social Corner

** Stay tuned as we curate an awesome lineup of fireside chats. Talk times and topics may be subject to change closer to the day.

Wellness Workshop - Hands-on and guided

Meditation Workshop with Yasmin The Pet Healer 11:30 and 13:30Massage Workshop with Rose The Pet Masseur 12:30 and 14:30 - SOLD OUT

Guided Art Therapy 12:00 and 14:00

Create a keepsake with your dog, guided by illustrator Definitely Jenny. Your dog "paints" by licking dog-friendly LitPet Meaty Mix paste onto the canvas, a soothing activity that becomes a piece of art you'll take home.

Dog Breed Meetups at Italian Garden

11:30 - Milo Run Club

12:30 - Maltipoo meetup

13:30 - Doodle breeds meetup

13:30 - Dachshund meetup

14:30 - Pom meetup hosted by our friends from Pom Pals

Tickets

General Ticket

Entry for 1 human + 1 dog

Access to curated wellness market and talks throughout the day

Coffee and tea, compliments from Royal Lancaster London

Mini glow up for your dog at Love My Human Grooming Bar

Dog meet-ups at the Italian Garden

1x Hide & Seek pup cup for your dog

1x Sunday Dog Social Pawtini, powered by Litpet

1 x Dog Days Retreat goodie bags inclusive of Fi Pet tracker and Pooch & Mutt treats as well as others

Activities Tickets - Everything in the General Ticket, plus a session of your chosen activity.

Wellness Pawsome Ticket

Everything in the General Ticket, plus a VIP photo session, one wellness workshop of your choice and a custom limited-edition 'DOG MUM' goodie bag.

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Retreat Partners

Barc London - The Brand For Dogs

Fi - The world smartest pet tracker

Hide & Seek London - Freeze dried pet treats

Scooch - Natural, vet-formulated supplements for every dog.

Within Pets - Science-backed wet food, dry food and supplements, made sustainably in the UK

YapYap Founded in 2021, YapYap has grown into London's largest active dog community, bringing dog owners and their dogs together for memorable experiences. Find out more at yapyap.dog.

Sunday Dog Social A members' club for London dog parents, founded by Keef Yap, creator of YapYap. Held monthly at a curated central London venue, it's a deliberately intimate, wellness-focused gathering.

FAQ

Can I come without my dog?

- Of course you can! We will have a range of market stalls selling harnesses, dog tags, treats, beds, accessories and more!

Do I need to bring cash?

All our vendors will be accepting payments via card.

Do I need to bring my dog?

Dogs are welcome but not required to attend! Owners, friends and family of beloved pups are welcome to buy a ticket and enter without their pup.

I run a small business, can I get involved?

Yes, please email us at woof@yapyap.dog. We are very invested in supporting local businesses and would love to partner with you for events.

Headline Partner - The Dog Nutritionist (Cam Wimble) A certified dog nutritionist known for straight-talking, science-led advice on feeding dogs well, from fresh food diets to weight management and longevity.

Grooming and Deli Partner - Love My Human A Chelsea-based premium dog grooming and lifestyle brand, founded by Jenny Matthews. They will be on hand to provide mini glow ups and grooming advice and offering services brush outs, nail trims, trims around eyes and paws. Teeth cleaning, ear cleaning and grooming product advice.

Venue Partner - Royal Lancaster London An independently owned, five-star hotel on the border of Hyde Park, with 411 rooms and suites and half a century of history as one of London's leading hotels. Its Nine Kings Suite hosts Dog Days Retreat.

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