The good (dog) pub guide

1. Welcome with open paws

Dogs are welcome at every one of the 44 pubs in our managed estate, so humans can enjoy a pint or a gin and tonic while Rover gets access to a water bowl, dog biscuits and, quite often, a roaring fire to stretch out in front of. 

2. Proper Dog, Proper Job

We make dog beer! Proper Dog is the non-alcoholic, non-carbonated canine equivalent of Proper Job IPA and a delicious way to pamper your pooch. It's so tasty it'll keep them occupies while you scoff your bar snacks in peace. 

2. Extra Fido-friendly

Some of our pubs are especially Fido-friendly as they're in exceptional dog-walking territory. Check out the following:

Chain Locker, Falmouth

Oystercatcher, Polzeath

Blue Ball, Lynmouth

Masons Arms, Branscombe

Harbour Inn, Porthleven

Port William, Tintagel

Hope and Anchor, Hope Cove

Old Success Inn, Sennen Cove

Globe, Topsham

Wellington, Bristol

4. Proper pampering

All of our pubs have at least one dog-friendly bedroom where humans and their four-legged friends can stay the night. They're equally as comfortable and glamourous as other rooms, but have easily washable floors and come with water and food bowls, a tennis ball, poo bags, and Proper Dog beer and treats. 

5. Puppy-pub training

There are a number of ways to prepare your dog for a positive pub experience. If they're a puppy or a rescue, start slowly by visiting for a short drink instead of a meal and choose a quiet corner where your pooch won't be petted by customers. As they get used to the pub environment, extend the length of visit. 

Pub gardens are a great way of introducing dogs to pubs as the outside space makes them feel calmer. Taking your dog's blanket for them to lie on can also make them feel more at ease, as can treats that take a while to chew. 

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