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Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown hosts free dog walk

Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown is hosting a free dog walk along Dubai Water Canal on 28 November for Dubai Fitness Challenge, with rescue dogs up for adoption.

Spots are limited and registration through PETWITHIT is required. Walkers and their dogs will get goodie bags and complimentary Puppuccinos, and Stray Dogs Center will bring rescue dogs looking for homes.

By Rebeca Pop, Editor at The Wellness Collective|
Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown hosts free dog walk

Dog owners looking for a way to take part in Dubai Fitness Challenge can sign up for a free morning walk with their pets. Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown is hosting a Neighbourhood Dog Walk on Saturday 28 November, following the Dubai Water Canal. Spots are limited and registration is required, so it is worth booking early.

Event details

  • Date: Saturday, 28 November 2026
  • Time: 8am
  • Meeting point: Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown
  • Route: Dubai Water Canal
  • Cost: Free
  • Registration: Required, through PETWITHIT.com

All participants must sign a waiver accepting responsibility for their own dogs during the event.

A chance to meet rescue dogs

Stray Dogs Center will join the walk with rescue dogs who are looking for permanent homes. The aim is to raise awareness of animal welfare and adoption, so even if you are not ready to adopt, it is a good opportunity to learn more about how rescue in the UAE works.

Inspired by a former foster dog

The idea came from Sawyer, a former foster dog who now holds the title of Wellness Supervisor at the hotel. According to the hotel, the walk reflects its aim of building a pet-friendly community where no one is left behind.

Who is involved

The walk is organised with four partners: PETWITHIT, The Petshop, Puffy Woof and Stray Dogs Center. Participants will receive goodie bags from the partners, and dogs will be treated to complimentary Puppuccinos.

Why it is worth joining

A group walk is an easy way to get some morning exercise, meet other dog owners in the neighbourhood and give your dog new sights and smells to explore. The early start also helps, since cooler morning temperatures are kinder to dogs' paws and energy levels.

If you go, bring water for your dog, keep them on a lead and check the pavement temperature with the back of your hand before setting off.

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