Events
Barking for BTRC Raises Over £17k+ for Brain Tumour Research
The 2026 Barking for BTRC Dog Show brought together hundreds of dog lovers, local businesses and supporters for a fantastic day of community fundraising, helping raise more than £17,000 for the Brain Tumour Research Campaign (BTRC) on Parsons Green.
With 240 dog show entries, the event was packed with fun classes, competitions, activities and plenty of wagging tails, creating an unforgettable day for dogs and their owners alike.
Big thanks for all the supporting Stall holders, local businesses, and Judges
Event Highlights
Visitors enjoyed much more than the dog show itself, including:
- RAWR’s timed dog assault course challenge
- Face painting and family activities
- Local artisan stalls and shopping
- Food, treats and refreshments
- Community fundraising and entertainment throughout the day
Don’t Miss the Photo Gallery
Visit the gallery to see photographs from the day, including prize winners, furry competitors and some great Barking for BTRC moments on Parson Green for 2026!
This year’s class winners are:
| CLASS | 1ST | 2ND | 3RD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Appealing Eyes am | Tara (Australian Shepherd) | Gravy (Cockapoo) | Iris (Mixed Terrier) |
| Golden Oldie | Benjamin (Australian Shepherd) | Rory (Golden Retriever) | Champ (Labrador) |
| Most Handsome Dog am | Pipin (Whippet) | Skippy (Cocker Spaniel) | River (Pointer) |
| Prettiest Bitch am | Juno (Doberman) | Nana (Working Cocker Spaniel) | Fiore (Newfoundland) |
| Best Young Handler | Parsnip (Cavapoo) | Pedron (Pomeranian) | Freya (Manchester Terrier) |
| Waggiest Tail am | Rory (King Charles Spaniel) | Ella (French Bulldog) | Blossom (Cavapoo) |
| Best Groomed | Kipper (Poodle) | Louis (Cavapoo) | Lola (Schnauzer) |
| Musical Mats | Honey (Tibetan Terrier) | Brandy | Frank |
| Best Rescue | Honey (Shih Tzu) | Harry (German Shepherd) | Selene (Italian Greyhound) |
| Cutest Puppy | Alfie (Coton de Tulear) | Congo (Border Collie) | Rocko (Toy Pomski) |
| Prettiest Bitch pm | Gatsby (Miniature Schnauzer) | Selene (Italian Greyhound) | - |
| Most Appealing Eyes pm | Milo (Australian Shepherd) | Remus (Collie) | One-Eyed Welly (Toy Poodle) |
| Most Handsome Dog pm | Duke (Pointer) | Scooby Doo (Golden Retriever) | Archie (Bichon Frisé) |
| Scruffiest in Show | Fiddiy (Labradoodle) | Mino (Lurcher) | Cece (West Highland Terrier) |
| Waggiest Tail pm | Saffie (Cocker Spaniel) | Lola (Yorkshire Terrier) | Lucky (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel) |
| Pickles Choice | Muffin (Cockapoo) | Margo (Setter)d | Willy (Poodle) |
Best in Show
Jude (Pointer) was crowned Best in Show, impressing the judges and taking home the event’s most prestigious title.
Enter the Online Dog Photo Competition
Missed the dog show? There’s still time to take part.
The Barking for BTRC Online Dog Photo Competition has been extended until end of October, giving dog owners extra time to enter their favourite canine photos and compete for fantastic prizes while supporting vital brain tumour research.
This year’s dog show photo competition winners are:
| CLASS | WINNER |
|---|---|
| Most Inspirational Photo and Story | Sir Patterns |
| Most Artistic Portrait | Lochie |
| Running Wild | Lily of the Valley |
Most Inspirational Story
Sir Patterns
Most Artistic Portrait
Lochie
Running Wild
Lily of the Valley
To see photos from the event…
