Dog owners were delighted by the second annual St Albans Dog Day, which proved to be a success despite bad weather.

The event took over the city centre and Christopher Place Shopping Centre on September 8 for a day full of dog-friendly activities.

Market regulars Chiltern Pet provided 'puppuccino' and dog-friendly whipped cream with pate and fish sprinkles.

Over at Christopher Place, there were free dog training sessions with A Different Dog and visitors got the chance to make a free rope dog toy out of old jeans with London Road's Jefferson Eco.

The event took over the city centre.The event took over the city centre. (Image: St Albans BID) Throughout the day, visitors were treated to live paintings by graffiti artist Ant Steel and talks from representatives of Pet Blood Bank, who talked about the vital work they do to save pets lives and the need for donors.

Ant Steel.Ant Steel. (Image: St Albans BID) Owners were able to take selfies with their dogs in colourful picture frames, which included a kissing booth and a wanted poster.

There was plenty of fun for dogs and their owners.There was plenty of fun for dogs and their owners. (Image: St Albans BID) The event was organised by St Albans City Centre Business Improvement District (BID) as part of its campaign to promote the city's status as dog-friendly.

St Albans boasts more than 100 businesses that qualify as dog-friendly, ranging from restaurant's and cafés to shops and hairdressers.

The day was a success - despite the weather!The day was a success - despite the weather! (Image: St Albans BID) The BID provides these businesses with free window stickers that allow them to show off their dog-friendly status and help people find the places that will accommodate their pets.

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BID manager, Vivien Cannon, said: “It was great seeing so many dog owners and their four-legged friends come out and enjoy St Albans Dog Day.

"St Albans regularly features on lists for top dog-friendly places in the UK based on our wonderful green spaces and walks.

"We hope by also highlighting the wide range of dog-friendly businesses we can encourage not only resident dog owners but those visiting with a recommendation that St Albans becomes their default dog-friendly destination.”

Last month, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) named St Albans as one of the top destinations for dog-walkers in the UK, as part of its Blue Wag guide.

Festivities were held across the city.Festivities were held across the city. (Image: St Albans BID)

The wet weather didn't stop the crowds from coming.The wet weather didn't stop the crowds from coming. (Image: St Albans BID)

Plenty of stalls popped up across the city centrePlenty of stalls popped up across the city centre (Image: St Albans BID)

Plenty of cute dogs were on display!Plenty of cute dogs were on display! (Image: St Albans BID)