17/02/2026
We’d like to share a quick update about dog treats during social sessions at The Stilton Dog Field 🐾
We know that everyone who brings treats is simply being kind and generous, and we truly appreciate the lovely, caring community we have here. However, we’ve recently had a number of owners tell us they feel uncomfortable with treats being given to their dogs by others, and in some cases this has even stopped people from returning to sessions.
Some dogs have allergies or very specific diets, and for their owners this can be worrying. In addition, handing out treats when several dogs are together can sometimes trigger guarding behaviour, over-excitement, or even lead to scuffles between dogs.
With all of this in mind, we need to introduce a zero tolerance approach to dog treats during social sessions. We know this change comes from a good place, and it’s simply about keeping every dog safe, healthy, and relaxed.
Thank you so much for your understanding and for helping us keep The Stilton Dog Field a friendly, harmonious space for everyone. At the heart of it all, we all want the same thing — happy, healthy dogs enjoying their time together 💚