Caring for a pet can help boost our mental health in many ways – from encouraging physical exercise and adding structure to our day, to providing companionship. Our pets are great listeners who never judge, and they can even help us meet new people.

Guernsey Mind, supported by Gravity, would like to celebrate this by inviting local dogs and owners to join us for a  fun, community event – Walkies with Guernsey Mind – while raising funds to support our vital work in mental health and wellbeing.

Entry is just £5 and every dog will receive a goodie bag. Any dog raising over £20 in sponsorship will be entered into a draw to win a luxury Pamper Hamper!

Route

We will use the route used by Guernsey Park Run, which is approximately 3 kilometres. If your dog is older (or has little legs!) you can do a shorter route. 

When you book your place, you can choose which time slot you would like to attend. Please arrive no later than 10 minutes before your time slot.

Time slots available

8.30am / 9.00am / 9.30am / 10.00am

Spaces will be limited to 50 dogs per time slot.

Remote option

If your dog does not like crowds or is not good around other dogs, you can choose to do a walk remotely using a different route. You will still be eligible for a goodie bag and the prize draw. Please select the ‘remote’ option on the booking form.

 

Entries and guidelines – PLEASE READ

  • Each entry is in the dog’s name, with an entry fee of £5. All dogs will receive a small goodie bag. Each dog raising over £20 will be entered into a draw to receive a luxury pooch Pamper Hamper.
  • All dogs must be accompanied by a responsible adult (aged 18 or over) at all times.
  • The adult handler must always have full control of their dog and is solely responsible for their dog’s behaviour.
  • All owners must bring poo bags and ensure that all dog waste is cleared up and correctly disposed of (additional bins will be provided along the route).
  • Dogs must be kept on a fixed lead at all times – retractable/flexi leads will not be permitted.
  • Dogs must be fully vaccinated. Female dogs in season are not permitted. Dogs who have developed a cough must not participate.
  • Several people can walk with each dog, so please feel free to bring friends and family. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • All dogs must be registered before the event and you must complete the booking form.
  • To ease congestion, you will need to select a starting time. Each starting slot will be limited to a maximum of 50 dogs. You can select your preferred time slot on the booking form.
  • The route does cover a mixture of compacted stone-dust paths and grass tracks. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. 
  • A short section of the route runs adjacent to L’Ancresse golf course. Please be alert for golfers on the course shouting “fore” as there is a possibility a wayward golf ball may carry across the Common close to the public footpath.
  • All dogs and walkers attend at their own risk. PLEASE NOTE: by signing up for this event, you are agreeing to take responsibility for your dog and be responsible for its behaviour.

Thank you

Putting together a new event is always a challenge, and we are very grateful to everyone who has helped us including Vale Commons Council, Guernsey Park Run, David Chamberlain (States Vet) and Guernsey Police.

 

Special thanks to our sponsors for this event

Meet some of our doggies already signed up...