Off Lead Awards 2025
Welcome to the Off Lead Dog Awards 2025, which celebrates every dog’s unique character and the joy they bring into our lives on walks. I hope they bring a smile to your face as we wrap up the year.
Most Dedicated Walker Award
For outstanding attendance throughout the year.
Winner: Gary
Runner up: Moose & Bernie
Waggiest Tail Award
For the dog whose tail rarely stops wagging on walks.
Winner: Reggie
Runner up: Dora
Party Starter Award
For the dog who is always ready to bring the energy, whatever the weather.
Winner: Dora
Runner up: Reya & Truffles
Best Greeting Award
For the dog who greets you with the same enthusiasm every time.
Winner: Noodles
Runner up: Arla & Abe
Social Butterfly Award
For the dog who gets along with everyone and helps new dogs feel at home.
Winner: Twig
Runner up: Tulip
Chatty Dog Award
For the dog who has a lot on their mind.
Winner: Bernie
Runner up: Mallie & Woody
Most Dramatic Award
For the dog who gives an Oscar-worthy performance on every walk.
Winner: Gary
Runner up: Mallie
Derpiest Dog Award
For the dog who consistently pulls the silliest faces.
Winner: Moose
Runner up: Twig
Independent Explorer Award
For the dog who prefers to follow their own nose (and agenda).
Winner: Nigel
Runner up: Frank & Rusty
Super Sniffer Award
For the dog who never misses important pee-mail.
Winner: Frank
Runner up: Joey
Treat Detective Award
For the dog who always knows exactly when the treat pouch opens.
Winner: Luna GP
Runner up: Bette
Treat Connoisseur Award
For the dog with a taste for only the finest treats.
Winner: Stitch
Runner up: Molly
Mud Magnet Award
For the dog who finds every puddle on Hackney Marshes.
Winner: Truffles
Runner up: Roxy & Peggy
Most Likely to Need a Bath Award
For the dog who returns wearing the Marshes’ finest fragrances.
Winner: Buddy
Runner up: Bette
Best Swimmer Award
For the dog who fully commits to the water.
Winner: Maisie
Runner up: Abe & Rusty
Fair Weather Award
For the dog who makes their feelings about the weather very clear.
Winner: Sylvie
Runner up: Woody
Best Friends Award
For the friendships that have grown and strengthened over the year.
Winner: Abe & Arla
Runner up: Oshi & Luna
Fashion Icon Award
For the dog who always turns heads on walks.
Winners: Arla, Mouse, Gerwig, Bluebell
Best Hair Award
For the dog who could be a star in a shampoo advert.
Winner: Abe
Runner up: Noodles
Most Photogenic Award
For the dog who is always camera-ready.
Winner: Bruno
Runner up: Dylan
Smartest Groom Award
For the dog who has Hackney Barkers on speed dial.
Winner: Bernie
Runner up: Noodles & Pancakes
Best Newcomer Award
For the dogs who joined us as 2025 came to a close — welcome!
Winners: Bobby, Jill, Lola, Poppy
Found Their Feet Award
For the dog who has grown more settled and confident on walks over time.
Winner: Red
Runner up: Dylan
Social Growth Award
For the dog who has gradually become more comfortable in group settings.
Winner: Otto
Runner up: Oishi
Biggest Confidence Boost Award
For the dog who became noticeably more confident this year.
Winner: Luna Staffy
Runner up: Oishi & Poppy
Breakthrough Award
For the dog who has overcome a challenge or made a significant shift.
Winner: Pancakes
Runner up: Stitch & Frank
