Dart playing dog is a hit with pub regulars

A talented dog at a Rochdale pub has hit the bullseye with drinkers after amazing them with her darts playing skills. Regulars at The Royds Arms have made Jip, an 18 month old border collie, the official pub mascot and an honorary member of the pub’s darts team.



Jip, trained by landlord and dog lover Kenneth Hughes, retrieves the darts from the dartboard by leaping into the air and carefully plucking them out. The athletic pooch then places the darts at the feet of the darts player ready to fetch again.

Mr Hughes, said: “Jip really is a great asset to the pub and the darts team! Visitors to the pub are amazed by how friendly and welcoming she is – it’s like having an extra member of staff.


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“This is a family pub so Jip plays with the children and customers often take her out exploring and on local rambles. I bought Jip as a Christmas present for my partner Carol and I’ve spent a lot of time training her to do tricks. I’ve always had dogs and like to train them as they are so loyal and friendly.”

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