As any dog owner will know, our cute canines are members of the family. So, there’s nothing worse than having to leave them outside while you pop in to do a spot of shopping.
Looking at those sad eyes is enough to call off the entire shopping trip altogether. After all, shopping with a furry friend is much more fun!
Luckily, more and more stores in the UK are allowing dogs to walk around with their owners. So, our prized pooches no longer have to be tied up outside and left at the door. Here, we have compiled our picks of the top 10 dog-friendly stores in the UK.
Wren Kitchens
As one of the few dog-friendly kitchen stores, you can bring your precious pup to any Wren store or showroom so they can help you decide on the design of your next kitchen. After all, your kitchen should cater for the dog too! Check out their displays and let Fido help you select from a huge range of units, sinks, taps, handles and appliances – you’re sure to find the perfect combination for you and your doggo at Wren Kitchens.
Waterstones
Waterstones is another UK store happy to welcome well-behaved pups into their stores. Now, you can take your cute canine into your favourite bookstore to help you choose your next read. And not only do Waterstones sell a huge range of books, but they also have an extensive selection of gifts, games and quirky stationary pieces.
John Lewis
John Lewis is proud to not only be a dog-friendly shop but to be super family-oriented, so you can bring the entire gang along. Explore everything this department store has to offer, from kitchenware and clothes to gifts and cosmetics, with your canine companion close by your side. As long as they’re kept on a fixed lead at all times, John Lewis is always happy to welcome a furry face.
Mountain Warehouse
Mountain Warrehouse is another dog-friendly store that will open your pooch with open arms. Take your daring doggo into any Mountain Warehouse store and let them help you pick some new dog walking gear, some essentials for your next outdoor trip, or some cute dog accessories. You can’t take your pup on a shopping trip without buying them a tail-wagging treat.
Wilko
After piloting a dog-friendly approach at two locations, Wilko now welcomes dogs inside 248 stores across the UK. That means you can enjoy picking up all your homeware essentials, DIY must-haves and even some doggy treats with the company of your canine.
Paperchase
Do your stationary sweep with lead in hand at all Paperchase stores across the UK. Paperchase has been a dog-friendly store for a while now, allowing you to stock up on all your office essentials with your clever canine by your side, from cards and wrapping paper to stationery and gifts.
Hobbycraft
Pick up all your crafting bits and pieces with your puppy pal at Hobbycraft, another dog-friendly shop happy to welcome pups of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re designing puppy decorations, baking dog-shaped cookies or knitting your magnificent mutt a jumper, this is the perfect place to restock your craft box.
Lush
Not only is Lush a dog-friendly store but they’re completely animal cruelty-free. That means you can shop for your bath bombs, face masks, hand scrubs and make-up knowing that they care for animals as much as you do.
The Apple Store
In most of its locations, the Apple Store is more than happy to let your delightful doggo through the doors. So, next time you’re shopping for a new Mac, iPhone or iPad, why not take your best friend along with you? You should bear in mind, though, that many of Apple’s stores are located in shopping centres which might not be dog-friendly, so it’s a good idea to check before you go.
Oliver Bonas
Oliver Bonas has always been a haven for hounds, allowing your furry friend to browse its selection with you. Here you’ll find the most beautiful and thoughtful gifts in fashion, furniture and homeware. In fact, Oliver Bonas is the perfect dog-friendly store to head to when searching for a gift for the dog-lover in your life.
From high-end department stores and bookshops to fashion retailers and kitchen stores, more and more UK shops are taking the lead in allowing dogs to come too. So, start planning your next shopping trip to these dog-friendly stores with your cute canine in tow.
