Walkie Dogs Competition

It’s National Dog Day: Here’s the top five ‘Instagrammable’ dogs

Here’s the top five most ‘Instagrammable’ dogs according to research from experts this National Dog Day (26th August)

This National Dog Day (26th August), Walkie Dogs, a brand-new social dog walking club, has revealed the UK’s top five ‘Instagrammable’ dogs according to recent research and is now on the hunt to find dogs who look like their owners in a UK-wide competition. 

According to data from Instagram* and YouGov*, the Golden Retriever takes the top spot as the UK’s most photogenic dog, with Brits sharing more snaps of their beloved Golden good boys and good girls than any other breed.  

Here’s the top five breakdown below: 

1. Golden Retriever – 38,279,397 posts
2. Labrador – 27,524,238 posts
3. Husky – 25,022,938 posts
4. Border Collie – 19,121,589 posts
5. Beagle – 14,710,042 posts

To celebrate our Instagrammable pups, Walkie Dogs is launching a national competition to find the best human and dog lookalike. To be in with a chance of winning an annual membership to Walkie Dogs worth £40, all entrants must do is share a snap of them and their beloved furry friend, tagging @WalkieDogs across social.**

Danny Silk, Founder and Pack Leader of Walkie Dogs, said: “We love all our furry friends, of course, but according to data our favourite pup to take snaps of is the Golden Retriever. The research comes in perfect time for Bank Holiday Monday, which also happens to be National Dog Day, so we’d encourage you to take pictures of you and your furry best friend when out and about and share them on social!”

For more information on Walkie Dogs and all they have to offer, visit https://walkiedogs.com/

ENDS

*https://yougov.co.uk/ratings/society/popularity/dog-breeds/all  

**Competition opens 00:01am Friday 23^rd August and closes 23:59pm Monday 26^th August. T&Cs apply.

Notes to editors

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About Walkie Dogs

Walkie Dogs is the UK’s biggest social dog walking club, with memberships which grant access to 74 weekly community events across all UK cities. All walks will take place in local parks and other outdoor spaces.

The initiative focuses on the physical and mental well-being of its members and their dogs and through educational support and work with charities ensures a safe environment for all members of the Walkie Dogs family.

To find out more about becoming a Volunteer, visit https://walkiedogs.com/become-a-volunteer

Dog walks rely on volunteers being available. To find out more about the Walkie Dogs membership, visit www.walkiedogs.com/membership. 

Bookings are offered first come, first served with a 30-dog maximum on each walk.

**Dog Walking and Mental Health

Dog walking has been shown to improve both mental and physical wellbeing, with recent studies from the likes of Purina,Kennel Club and Scientific Reports  showcasing the benefits for both owner and dog. 

82% of people surveyed by Purina felt going on a dog walk improved their mental health, while three quarters of those studied by Kennel Club said walking their dog improved their overall mood. 

Meanwhile, Barcelos, A.M., Kargas, N., Assheton, P. et al. conducted a qualitative and cross-sectional study. Owners who failed to take action such as walking their dog, reported poor wellbeing, while those who engaged in social interactions and conversations with others due to their dog reported less depression, anxiety and improved wellbeing. 

T&C’s

By entering into this competition, you’re accepting the competition T&Cs.

Terms and conditions 

The Promoter of this competition is Walkie Dogs (27 Carrholm View, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2NG).

Entries open 00:01am Friday 23^rd August and close 23:59pm Monday 26th August 2024. 

To enter the dog and human lookalike competition, applicants must share a photo on social media (Facebook, Instagram, X and Tik Tok) and tag @WalkieDogs.

Winner’s details will be held securely by Walkie Dogs and Hatch Group (agency partner) for 12 months following the competition, aligned with GDPR rules, and deleted after 12 months. 

For further information on how your data will be managed and stored, please read Walkie Dog’s Privacy Policy https://walkiedogs.com/privacy-policy/

Applicants’ data will not be used for third-party or shared with any other parties outside of the competition. 

Applicants will not be contacted for any reason other than the competition. 

There is no entry fee or purchase necessary to enter this competition.

One entry is permitted per person. 

The winner will be contacted by the Agency Partner within one week of the competition closing. The winner has 30 days to respond to claim their prize before an alternate winner is redrawn.

The prize consists of an annual membership to Walkie Dogs, worth £40.

The winner will be selected based on the best entry as in the owner who looks most like their dog. 

Entrants must be within the UK. 

Entrants must be happy to share their contact details with Walkie Dogs and & its partner agency, Hatch, securely, as outlined above. 

By entering into the competition, you’re consenting for your name and image to be used across Walkie Dog’s social channels and in media materials. Those who do not agree cannot progress.  

If in any way the promoter deems the identification of the winner to be fraudulent, Walkie Dogs (the promoter) shall reserve the right to choose another winner. 

No cash alternatives can be offered for the prize. The prizes are not transferable. 

The Promoter, Walkie Dogs, and Hatch Group accept no responsibility for any damage, loss, liabilities, injury or disappointment incurred or suffered by the entrant as a result of entering the Competition or accepting the prize.

The Promoter, Walkie Dogs, and Hatch Group can reserve the right to withhold the prize due to any unforeseen circumstances or extraordinary circumstances. 

Entry into the competition will be deemed as acceptance of these terms and conditions.