How well do you know your breed?
After becoming a huge visitor favourite in 2025, Breeds, Bants & Brains returns for another full weekend of fascinating breed chats, expert insight and dog-loving conversation.
Brought to you by The Dog Log, in partnership with Lloyd Land Rover Newcastle
Hosted once again by The Dog Log, this interactive area celebrates the incredible diversity, personalities and behaviours that make our dogs so special.
Whether you already own a breed you adore, are thinking about welcoming a new dog into your life, or simply love learning more about what comes naturally to a specific dog breed, this is the perfect place to ask questions.
In partnership with The Dog Log
Meet your hosts.
Based in Northumberland, The Dog Log are passionate about helping dogs and owners better understand each other through positive, reward-based training and behaviour support. Their fun, supportive and non-intimidating approach has helped hundreds of dogs and families across the region build stronger relationships and confidence together.
Nathan and Louisa bring a huge range of experience and knowledge to the festival, with backgrounds in canine behaviour, enrichment, activity training and family-focused dog training.
From breed traits and behaviour insights to practical everyday advice, they’re passionate about making learning accessible, engaging and enjoyable for everyone
In partnership with The Dog Log
What is BBB?
Breeds, Bants & Brains is about helping owners better understand the dogs in front of them.
Each session will explore...
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genetics
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instincts
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enrichment needs
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behaviour traits
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and breed purpose
Using interactive style quiz questions you can test your breed knowledge or find out more about a breed that interests you.
Lloyd Land Rover Newcastle
Introducing
Lloyd Land Rover Newcastle is part of Lloyd Motor Group, a family-owned business with decades of experience representing some of the world's most prestigious automotive brands.
As the North East's dedicated Land Rover retailer, we combine the personal touch and long-standing values of a family business with the expertise and facilities you'd expect from a world-class brand.
Whether you're exploring our latest Range Rover, Defender, or Discovery, or bringing your vehicle in for aftersales care, our team is committed to making every experience exceptional.
