Dogs in restaurants, cafes, shops
Discussion
When I were a lad most shops, cafes etc had a sign saying 'Guide dogs only'. These days it's seems acceptable to take Mutley anywhere, including places were food is sold/consumed.
I don't mind dogs particularly, but I don't really want them around me when I'm eating it's just a bit yuck. We were in a tiny cafe recently in York, it was raining and in walked a group with two massive, wet and very smelly dogs. I almost vom'd on my teacake.
I don't like it, and I know that dog people will shoot me down and tell me that dogs are better than people, but it's gross, k?
I don't mind dogs particularly, but I don't really want them around me when I'm eating it's just a bit yuck. We were in a tiny cafe recently in York, it was raining and in walked a group with two massive, wet and very smelly dogs. I almost vom'd on my teacake.
I don't like it, and I know that dog people will shoot me down and tell me that dogs are better than people, but it's gross, k?
I don't like it either, but since Covid it seems anything goes when it comes to dogs. I was at Waterloo station a few months ago and a guy walked through with two big dogs. One stopped to do a piss on the floor, the owner just looked at it and walked away.
I go out of my way to avoid any dog friendly pubs or cafes.
I go out of my way to avoid any dog friendly pubs or cafes.
Edited by ThingsBehindTheSun on Thursday 6th June 10:40
As a dog owner, I can tell you that there are still plenty of places that do not allow dogs in! 
I try and take my dog everywhere I can - she's a rescue with pretty bad separation anxiety - and so will go out of my way to seek out places that do allow dogs in. It can be a challenge in some towns, whereas others have realised that it brings in more customers than it puts off. The trick is to be prepared and plan out ahead of time.
Each to their own ... I appreciate that my choice isn't for everyone ... and similarly, neither is yours. At the end of the day spending power is key, and businesses will follow what brings them the custom they seek.
I'm sure with a little research, you'd be able to avoid dog friendly places while you shop/eat/drink ... and would be supporting businesses that think the same way you do.
I try and take my dog everywhere I can - she's a rescue with pretty bad separation anxiety - and so will go out of my way to seek out places that do allow dogs in. It can be a challenge in some towns, whereas others have realised that it brings in more customers than it puts off. The trick is to be prepared and plan out ahead of time.
Each to their own ... I appreciate that my choice isn't for everyone ... and similarly, neither is yours. At the end of the day spending power is key, and businesses will follow what brings them the custom they seek.
I'm sure with a little research, you'd be able to avoid dog friendly places while you shop/eat/drink ... and would be supporting businesses that think the same way you do.
I would never take my dog inside a cafe or similar. Although he would be well behaved and not beg for food I understand some don't like dogs or want to be forced to sit with animals. If I really wanted something to eat I would find somewhere outside to sit, or more than likely just buy something from a shop and sit on a bench somewhere.
ARHarh said:
I would never take my dog inside a cafe or similar. Although he would be well behaved and not beg for food I understand some don't like dogs or want to be forced to sit with animals. If I really wanted something to eat I would find somewhere outside to sit, or more than likely just buy something from a shop and sit on a bench somewhere.
We have a Labrador, I would never consider taking her into places like cafes as she’s extremely interested in food. I feel bad enough taking out 3 year old son places as he can be a bit loud!
If we have the dog with us we’d get something to take away and eat away from other people.
We were in Devon recently. Now I love dogs, but my wife is scared of them. She went into a shop and there was a dog blocking her path. She asked the owner if she wouldn't mind moving the dog, so she could get past, as she's scared of dogs.
The woman replied with "if you're scared of dogs how can you go outside?"
The woman was very lucky I wasn't there, because I would have torn a strip off her.
The woman replied with "if you're scared of dogs how can you go outside?"
The woman was very lucky I wasn't there, because I would have torn a strip off her.
ARHarh said:
I would never take my dog inside a cafe or similar. Although he would be well behaved and not beg for food I understand some don't like dogs or want to be forced to sit with animals. If I really wanted something to eat I would find somewhere outside to sit, or more than likely just buy something from a shop and sit on a bench somewhere.
I am not sure about all eateries, but most have food star ratings here in Wales, which includes hygiene. Most places are clearly identifiable as whether dogs are permitted or not, and some have separate spaces where dogs have to sit.As for the poster who said they can remember the ‘guide dogs only’ signs - when I was a lad, neither the signs nor the guide dogs existed! However, as this D-day anniversary reminds us, there were a hell of a number of men around who had lost a leg or an arm from WW2.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels like this.
My sister in law insists on bringing her dogs with her everywhere she goes. Even round our house (no dogs) when she comes round.
The classic '"they're no bother" attitude drives me up the wall.
Any time we're in the kitchen cooking they're begging for food.
It's the same if we go out somewhere.
If I'm arranging lunch somewhere I almost alway pick somewhere that doesn't have dogs.
She arranged Sunday lunch the other week (dog friendly pub) and there was a Great Dane in there and was eating a Sunday roast (I should have taken a picture) from the table!
It's all getting a bit much.
My sister in law insists on bringing her dogs with her everywhere she goes. Even round our house (no dogs) when she comes round.
The classic '"they're no bother" attitude drives me up the wall.
Any time we're in the kitchen cooking they're begging for food.
It's the same if we go out somewhere.
If I'm arranging lunch somewhere I almost alway pick somewhere that doesn't have dogs.
She arranged Sunday lunch the other week (dog friendly pub) and there was a Great Dane in there and was eating a Sunday roast (I should have taken a picture) from the table!
It's all getting a bit much.
Whilst I get why this is more a of a thing now as there are many more dog owners than there have ever been and certain establishments need to cater more for everyone, as a dog owner myself I won't take one of my Terriers into a restaurant as quite honestly he can be a pain in the arse, he suffers from anxiety, in un-familiar indoor surroundings he can be quite needy, gets stressed and doesn't settle so plays up, it isn't good for us and isn't good for him and if another dog were to glance at him the wrong way he may also play up even more. It's a shame he isn't like his sister, she just curls up and goes to sleep!
Briefly into a shop he is fine, it's when he is expected to just sit and be quiet, that is when he is a pain, he is also worse when the wife is present!
Briefly into a shop he is fine, it's when he is expected to just sit and be quiet, that is when he is a pain, he is also worse when the wife is present!
What really puzzles me is the people who take their dogs shopping, clothes shopping. See loads of them at Cheshire oaks and other designer outlets. Why would you bother? just take the dog on a proper walk.
We have a golden retriever and I'd only really take him into pubs, bar areas not eating areas, and only if the pub was the kind of place appropriate. Also he's very chilled out, when you get people with their miniature cockapoo chihuahua rat thing yapping at everything that moves its very annoying.
We have a golden retriever and I'd only really take him into pubs, bar areas not eating areas, and only if the pub was the kind of place appropriate. Also he's very chilled out, when you get people with their miniature cockapoo chihuahua rat thing yapping at everything that moves its very annoying.
I wouldn't own a dog but generally I do like other people's dogs.
But, there is often (definitely not always) a mindset from owners that everyone should love their dog. I suppose in the way many parents think the same of their kids. So if the family is going somewhere, the dog has to come too. I don't have so much of an issue in a pub setting or somewhere outside but not a fan when I'm eating either.
I sat in our old local pub having a roast dinner, then the dog walkers come in with their wet dogs. If we weren't finishing up I'd have had to ask them to move as the dogs absolutely stank.
But, there is often (definitely not always) a mindset from owners that everyone should love their dog. I suppose in the way many parents think the same of their kids. So if the family is going somewhere, the dog has to come too. I don't have so much of an issue in a pub setting or somewhere outside but not a fan when I'm eating either.
I sat in our old local pub having a roast dinner, then the dog walkers come in with their wet dogs. If we weren't finishing up I'd have had to ask them to move as the dogs absolutely stank.
If you don't want dogs near you, go to places that don't allow dogs.
Same with children.
Same with smoking/vaping.
Same with meat.
Same with alcohol.
Same with anything someone might not want in their environment.
It's really easy to go to places that suit your preferences. Choice is a wonderful thing.
Same with children.
Same with smoking/vaping.
Same with meat.
Same with alcohol.
Same with anything someone might not want in their environment.
It's really easy to go to places that suit your preferences. Choice is a wonderful thing.
I'm the opposite of you, OP.
I love it when a place allows dogs into their cafe/restaurant/shop, and my Slinky (dachshund) loves people watching as much as I do.
I'm sure with a little research you can find an establishment that doesn't allow dogs. In my experience, this tends to be the more up-market places.
Anyway, I do hope you didn't throw up on your tea cake over a dog, as that seems somewhat mental.
Ciao
I love it when a place allows dogs into their cafe/restaurant/shop, and my Slinky (dachshund) loves people watching as much as I do.
I'm sure with a little research you can find an establishment that doesn't allow dogs. In my experience, this tends to be the more up-market places.
Anyway, I do hope you didn't throw up on your tea cake over a dog, as that seems somewhat mental.
Ciao
stinkyspanner said:
When I were a lad most shops, cafes etc had a sign saying 'Guide dogs only'. These days it's seems acceptable to take Mutley anywhere, including places were food is sold/consumed.
I don't mind dogs particularly, but I don't really want them around me when I'm eating it's just a bit yuck. We were in a tiny cafe recently in York, it was raining and in walked a group with two massive, wet and very smelly dogs. I almost vom'd on my teacake.
I don't like it, and I know that dog people will shoot me down and tell me that dogs are better than people, but it's gross, k?
You're not on your own.I don't mind dogs particularly, but I don't really want them around me when I'm eating it's just a bit yuck. We were in a tiny cafe recently in York, it was raining and in walked a group with two massive, wet and very smelly dogs. I almost vom'd on my teacake.
I don't like it, and I know that dog people will shoot me down and tell me that dogs are better than people, but it's gross, k?
Teeth at one end - s
t at the other.Dogs are for back gardens.
I don't dislike dogs. I just don't want them or their odour near me.
They probably feel the same about me.
Baldchap said:
If you don't want dogs near you, go to places that don't allow dogs.
Same with children.
Same with smoking/vaping.
Same with meat.
Same with alcohol.
Same with anything someone might not want in their environment.
It's really easy to go to places that suit your preferences. Choice is a wonderful thing.
^ Yup, what he said. Same with children.
Same with smoking/vaping.
Same with meat.
Same with alcohol.
Same with anything someone might not want in their environment.
It's really easy to go to places that suit your preferences. Choice is a wonderful thing.
If we all behave respectfully, kindly and politely towards each other whether we are dog owners (me), parents of young kids (me used to be) or old retired crumblies (me will be), we just might be able to rub along without stress. Maybe.
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