Young dog enthusiast Megan Slack, aged 14 from Wisbech, and her canine companions have kicked off their summer holiday camp with a week of 'pawsome' activities.

Megan and her dogs, Taya, a Brittany, Arla, a German Spitz, and Dee Dee, a Golden Retriever, took part in the Young Kennel Club (YKC) Summer Camp.

Megan joined more than 70 other youngsters, aged between seven and 16, all with a shared love of dogs, for a week at Summer Camp, held from July 30 – August 4 at the Rutland Showground in Oakham, Rutland.

There were plenty of social activities and the campers had the chance to train their dogs in canine activities including handling, agility, scent work, obedience and heelwork to music.

The showground was transformed for a week as the young dog lovers took over, having fun whilst learning skills with their dogs and keeping them both healthy and active.

Helen Kerfoot, spokesperson for the Young Kennel Club said: “We look forward to YKC Summer Camp every summer, it’s a real highlight of the year.

"We were delighted to welcome so many of our members, including Megan, Taya, Arla and Dee Dee, who enjoyed a busy and varied week of fun and games, as well as plenty of opportunities to train and compete alongside each other.

“Equipping youngsters with the knowledge and awareness of what it means to be a responsible dog owner is so important, especially at a young age and, not only does camp offer that, but the skills, knowledge and friendships that are created here can last a lifetime and are so important at encouraging the next generation into the wonderful world of dogs.”