DOGS and their owners can have a ball at a Puppy Love party at Festival Place with a host of dog-themed fun. 

The Basingstoke dog-friendly shopping centre will host a dog-themed party on February 11 and 12 in Porchester Square.

Hosted by the entertaining Crufts Ladies, the Puppy Love event will be perfect for anyone wanting to bring their dogs or just join in the fun.

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Pet owners will have the chance to take home a quick-fire bespoke portrait of their pooch by talented author and illustrator Alan Snow and customers without dogs will be able to take part in some fun and games at the Competitive Walkies Table.

There will also be a chance for visitors to capture their puppy love on film, with photos taken either with their pets or a cuddly toy.

The best photo posted online tagging #fppuppylove will win a Dog Pawty for four at BrewDog Bar and Restaurant in Festival Square.

Community and events manager Sian Fisher said: “This Valentine’s weekend is a brilliant chance to show everyone how dog friendly we are here at Festival Place by giving all our dog-loving customers the chance to take part in our special Puppy Love party.

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“As a nation of dog lovers, we know people don’t always want to leave their pets at home when they come to visit us.

“Festival Place is more than a shopping centre – it's a destination, so we want people to be able to shop, eat and relax with us alongside their canine companions.

“We welcome all well-behaved dogs, with participating stores displaying a dog-friendly sticker – all we ask is for owners to follow our dog-friendly guidelines to ensure their visit is a pleasure for both themselves and others.

“We look forward to shaking paws with lots of new four-legged friends over the Valentine’s weekend!”

The Puppy Love event will take place in Porchester Square between 11am and 4pm on February 11 and 12.

The full set of guidelines for dog owners can be found on the Festival Place website: festivalplace.co.uk/about-festival-place/dog-friendly.