DOGGY SOCIAL: On-Leash Jam Session for Play & Healing

ABOUT THE EVENT:
Join us for a unique and uplifting 90-minute gathering that blends canine connection with rhythmic inspiration. This special event kicks off with a 45-minute on-leash doggy social at the Golden Dog Playground, followed by a 45-minute group drumming session led by Michele Lowry of Nikoe Natural Therapies—an Animal Intuitive, Soul Expansion Facilitator, and experienced sound healing practitioner with over 25 years of experience helping people and animals connect, heal, and thrive.

Part 1 – Doggy Social (45 minutes) – on-leash

The Golden Dog Playground offers a safe, enclosed space for dogs and their handlers to explore, sniff, and play.

During this time, your dog will enjoy:

• Safe, on-leash play in a fully enclosed, dog-friendly space
• Confidence-building activities and sensory enrichment stations
• Opportunities to practice social skills in a calm, supportive setting
• Bonding time with you in a fun, low-pressure environment
• Visits to splash pools for cooling off

Part 2 – Drumming Experience (45 minutes)

After the social, Michele Lowry of Nikoe Natural Therapies will share a guided drumming session designed to help both you and your dog relax and connect.

Together, you’ll experience:

• Simple guided breathing to help you settle and feel calm
• Your dog naturally relaxing as they mirror your energy
• Gentle drumming rhythms to create a peaceful environment
• Quiet bonding time with your dog through touch and presence
• Easy, guided group music-making with simple instruments
• A calm, shared closing moment with steady rhythm and breath

This unique experience relieves stress, uplifts your spirit, and deepens the bond between you and your dog.

IS THIS EVENT GOOD FOR REACTIVE DOGS?
Reactive Dog Level 1-2. See our Comfort Chart for explanation. This event is a great event for reactive dogs and those who need additional space. It will be a fun, safe, and stimulating on-leash environment paired with play and music. If you have concerns or questions about if this event is right for your dog, please email woof@goldendognh.com for assistance.

COST: Limited to 12 dogs, 1 dog/person for maximum happiness. Please scroll down to purchase.

• Members – $35/dog (Your special pricing will be reflected in the CART.)
• Not-Yet Members – $45/dog

Please no children under the age of 13; must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 21. Please email cancel@goldendognh.com if your plans have changed. Full refund issued if cancellation received 48 hours prior to event start time, otherwise no refund if canceled after. 

ABOUT MICHELE LOWRY:
Michele is the Owner and Founder of Nikoe Natural Therapies, an Animal Intuitive and Soul Expansion Facilitator. With over two decades of dedicated exploration, Michele brings a profound passion for supporting people and their animal companions on their journeys. From behavior challenges to toxicity, trauma to senior life care, transition, and spiritual connection, she has gained invaluable wisdom through first-hand experiences with the many animals she has been honored to meet.

Michele’s deep-rooted desire to share how we are all innate, unique, and wise beings has led her to create and facilitate channeled workshops, often incorporating Shamanic drumming to guide participants in opening pathways to animal communication. Her work blends compassion, intuitive insight, and spiritual connection, helping both animals and their people deepen their understanding of one another and themselves.

For more information, visit NikoeNaturalTherapies.com.

DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
This social will be held in Barrington, NH. Participants will receive all the details 24 hours prior to the event start time.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING AN EVENT:
Please review our Club Guidelines, sign our Liability Waivers & Release Forms, and read our covid guidelines on our Events & Activities page.

CANCELLATIONS:
If weather or covid conditions make gathering and walking unsafe, the event will be cancelled and registered participants will receive a email cancellation notice. It will also be announced in the Event section of the Facebook Community Group and on this Calendar page.

QUESTIONS:
If you have questions, text/call (603) 815-2453 or email woof@goldendognh.com.