From Centre Court to the Park: Why Off-Lead Time is Our Daily Grand Slam

Wimbledon might have the world gripped with high-stakes rallies, epic tie-breaks, and Centre Court drama. But here at How I Met Your Dog, we’ve got our own version of a Grand Slam...and it happens daily in Queen’s Park, Maida Vale, and beyond.

Because while the tennis pros are smashing aces, our pups are chasing balls of their own, with tails wagging and freedom in full swing.

The Intensity of the Court vs the Joy of the Park

There’s something mesmerising about the precision, power and discipline you see at Wimbledon. But let’s be honest, it’s no match for the sheer unfiltered joy of a dog off-lead, sprinting across the grass like they’ve just won the championship themselves.

Centre Court has ball boys. Our parks have ball-obsessed dogs who are the entertainment.

Wimbledon players fight for a trophy. Our pups chase each other for a well-chewed tennis ball.

Players train for years to perfect their game. We just shout “Who wants to go to the park?” and boom - they’re ready.

Why Off-Lead Time is So Important

While tennis is all about control, agility, and endurance, off-lead time offers the same benefits for your dog — just in a much more joyful package. It:

• Supports socialisation with other dogs

• Encourages natural exercise and muscle development

• Builds confidence and reduces anxiety

• Satisfies their instinct to roam and play

And most importantly, it helps them switch off later. Just like a post-match cooldown, your dog comes home calm, happy, and ready to curl up on the sofa while you enjoy the fifth set.

At How I Met Your Dog, we give dogs a chance to thrive, socialise, and let loose. Our action-packed off-lead outings are structured like a team sport, with plenty of play, supervision, and structure.

So while Wimbledon might be once a year, our daily walks are a Grand Slam for your pooch every time they step paw on the grass.

Need your dog to burn off energy while you enjoy the tennis? Let us handle the walk, and we guarantee a tired and happy dog by the time you’re back from watching match point.