Rainbow Pooch Pride Presents: ‘Running Community Dog Walks’
A Virtual Event for the LGBTQ+ Community on how to read and respond to dog and human behaviour, whilst create brave spaces for connection.
Online (Zoom) – Saturday 7 October 2023
Are you a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community? Do you have a passion for dogs and a desire to deepen your understanding of them? Are you friendly, welcoming, and excited about connecting with fellow community members? If so, this event is tailor-made for you!
Rainbow Pooch Pride, a dynamic organisation that fosters unity within the LGBTQ+ community through their shared love for dogs, is thrilled to announce an upcoming virtual event: Running Community Dog Walks - How to read and respond to dog and human behaviour, whilst create brave spaces for connection. This event promises to be a captivating journey into the world of canine behaviour and human interaction, led by the esteemed and certified Animal Behaviourist, Hannah Molloy from Channel 4’s Puppy School. Hannah, renowned for her expertise and extensive experience, will guide participants through the intricate realm of dog behaviour and communication. With a decade of training over 10,000 dogs, her appearances on Channel 4's Puppy School, the author of What's My Dog Thinking?, and her role as an expert witness in cases involving dangerous dogs for the Crown Prosecution, Hannah's global impact is undeniable.
Founded in 2018 as a local group in Birmingham, England, Rainbow Pooch Pride initially started by organising social dog walks in local parks, creating an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals and their caninine friends to come together. As the organisation grew, it relocated to Wales and formalised its constitution. During the challenging times of lockdown, Rainbow Pooch Pride adapted to the circumstances and established a series of online support groups called Pat and Chats. This initiative, made possible by the Coronavirus Community Support Fund, distributed by The National Lottery Community Fund, successfully provided a platform for connection, support, and companionship within the LGBTQ+ community.
Now, once again supported by The National Lottery Community Fund in England and Wales, Rainbow Pooch Pride is expanding its offerings. With a deepened commitment to strengthening bonds and building community, Rainbow Pooch Pride is set to launch a full programme of in-person and online activities across Cardiff and Birmingham. The upcoming virtual event, Running Community Dog Walks, exemplifies the organisation's dedication to fostering understanding, connections, and camaraderie among LGBTQ+ individuals and their canine companions.
"We are so excited to be building on our successes, reintroducing our work in Birmingham while establishing ourselves in Cardiff and the Vale for the first time," said a spokesperson from Rainbow Pooch Pride. "Hannah Molloy's expertise is second to none, and her passion for building connections aligns perfectly with the spirit of Rainbow Pooch Pride. This event promises to be enlightening, empowering, and a celebration of our four-legged companions who play such a vital role in the LGBTQ+ community. For us, dogs provide a unique silent support service to our community and this is our way of saying #thankyoudogs".
This event is a tribute to the bond between LGBTQ+ individuals and their beloved canine companions and serves as an opportunity for individuals considering joining their social walks and rambles, as well as those interested in volunteering for the organisation. To ensure inclusivity, Rainbow Pooch Pride offers this event for free with an invitation for attendees to make conscious donations according to individual capacity and willingness to support the organisation's valuable work.
Join us for an engaging exploration of dog behaviour, human connection, and the power of community. Together, we will create brave spaces for connection.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday 7 October 2023
Time: 12:00 – 17:00
Location: Virtual Event
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/705331815447?aff=oddtdtcreator