Dogs Day at Norman Lindsay Gallery

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Join our popular Dog Day Out at Norman Lindsay Gallery and enjoy a pawsome range of activities for the whole family.

Norman Lindsay Gallery

To mark International Dog Day, you’re invited to bring your dog to Norman Lindsay Gallery to discover the grounds and enjoy a range of fun activities.Canines can channel their inner artist with doggy paw painting or sit for a professional pooch paw-trait by the fantastic <a href="https://www.birdgirlcreations.com/" title="https://www.birdgirlcreations.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bird Girl Creations</a> (prebooking required by 7 August).Watch entertaining displays from Springwood Dog Training club and browse an array of local stallholders.For a bit of lighthearted fun, take part in our Dogs Day Out Talent competition starting at 1pm. Categories include:<ul><li>Best Dressed / Fancy Dress: Turn the spotlight on your dog’s fashion sense.</li><li>Lookalikes (Dog and Owner): Celebrate the uncanny resemblance between you and your dog. The winner will be awarded a family and furbaby photo shoot by <a href="https://www.heartstoryphotography.com.au/" title="https://www.heartstoryphotography.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Heartstory</a> valued at $1,000.</li><li>Best Hairdo (Grooming): Does your dog have a hairdo that turns heads? Show off their grooming in this category.</li></ul>Pre-pack a picnic to enjoy in the beautiful grounds with your pooch or purchase something tasty from the food stalls.Special discounted ceramic dog and cat bowls with printed images of Norman Lindsay’s delightful drawings available from $35. Important Information for VisitorsBy purchasing a ticket, you agree to our <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/terms-conditions-of-entry/" title="https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/terms-conditions-of-entry/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Terms &amp; Conditions of Entry</a>. This is a community event with families and children attending so to ensure everyone’s safety we ask that you follow these additional terms and conditions of entry:<ul><li>Children must be supervised at all times particularly near dogs and not wander into the bushland on their own. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.</li><li>Dogs must remain on a leash at all times when they are on the grounds.</li><li>Be mindful that the adjoining bush is home to native animals and also ticks so please keep your dog in the grassed areas.</li><li>Please pick up any droppings – bags and bins are available for this purpose.</li><li>Please ask permission of the owner before approaching or patting another person’s dog.</li><li>No aggressive or behaviourally challenged animals permitted. If your dog is unwell or suffering from any contagious illness please do not attend.</li><li>We reserve the right to refuse entry or ask you to leave if your dog is not under effective control, showing signs of aggression, excessively barking and or fighting or lunging.</li><li>We are not responsible for any damage or injury inflicted on any dog by another dog or persons attending the event.</li><li>In the event of an emergency please follow the instructions of the master of ceremonies.</li><li>By attending this event you grant permission to be photographed by our photographers. These images may be used at any time in the future to promote the National Trust of Australia (NSW) the event organiser.</li></ul> Interested in becoming a National Trust (NSW) member?Membership is your chance to support the National Trust, and enjoy exclusive benefits while doing so. <a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/membership-nsw/" title="https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/membership-nsw/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Become a member</a> today and help protect the places you love for future generations.

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