This is the first in France, three days of activities that bring together owners and their dogs. Cani-cross, cani-paddle, orienteering, night walks, yoga…with exceptional dog demonstrations. The Léry-Pose amusement park in Eure hosts the event supervised by a team of veterinarians.
13 million French do a sporting activity with their dog. Of course, walk, run, do agility courses, etc. But you can also do paddle boarding with him (for the more agile), cani mountain biking, orienteering and even yoga.
For three days, from Friday 23 August to Sunday 25 August, canidays will bring together owners and dogs in France for the first time for a fun, sporting and educational weekend.
‘Canidays’ takes place in the Léry-Poses theme park in Eure between Evreux and Rouen. The organizer is the company KCIOP, organizer of major sporting events, such as “The Great Odyssey”, the largest sled dog race in Europe. Animal feed manufacturer Hill’s is Canidays’ business partner.
About a hundred volunteers and a team of veterinarians will be mobilized to welcome and ensure the safety of visitors and their dogs.
This Sunday, August 18, is the last day for registrations to participate in activities with your canine companion. (who needs to be chipped or tattooed).
The village will be freely accessible to the public who can bring their dog (subject to presentation of a valid health record). Category 1 dogs will not be admitted.
It may be unwise to start activities without supervision. You also need to have the right equipment. During this gathering, initiations are organized in many disciplines:
- Cani-cross, cani-mountain bike, cani-scooter
- Agility course
- Dock diving (long jump into the water)
- Treibball (game with gymnastic balls)
Owners and dogs can also just wander in the park and village of Léry-Poses. A 7-kilometer night walk is planned for Friday evening. An orienteering race is also organised.
Dogs will play and relax in a 12 meter long swimming pool and ball field.
Owners will be able to learn first aid procedures adapted to dogs. and the delicate clipping of the claws.
A number of conferences will be held on dog health, behavior and sport.
During these 3 days, the public will be able to witness demonstrations of sled dogs, aquatic rescue, training of assistance dogs for people with disabilities and an odor screening demonstration.
A trainer will challenge the world’s largest dog training course.
