See the major UK retailers that allow dogs in their stores

However, there are a growing number of shops allowing dogs inside with The Range being the latest to make this policy change.

Announcing the move, The Range said on Instagram: “We have some pawsome news to share… Our stores are now DOG FRIENDLY 🐶🧡

“That’s right, we’re now welcoming four legged furry shoppers in our 200+ stores nationwide 🙌 & perfect timing!

“Our Pet Event is on in-stores today for you to ‘fetch’ incredible deals across pet supplies! RUN, do not walk!”

If you’re looking for a shop that is dog-friendly, here are some of the places you can go and visit.

The major retailers that are dog-friendly in the UK

These are the major UK retailers that allow pet dogs in their stores, according to the experts over at Caboodle.

Generally, well-behaved dogs properly kept on leads are allowed in the following stores. Most stores will also expect owners to clean up after their furry friends.

• John Lewis – The store became dog-friendly in 2019
• Lush 
• Wilko 
• Apple Store 
• The Range 
• Hobbycraft 
• Dobbies 
• Supermarket of Dreams 
• Fatface 
• Mountain Warehouse 
• Wren Kitchens
• DFS/Sofology – The brand also carries a range of sofas in dog-friendly fabrics
• Joules 
• White Stuff
• Jo Malone
• Oliver Bonas
• Molton Brown
• Mint Velvet – Dog treats are even served at the counter

Hi James, some of our stores do allow dogs inside and of course we always allow service dogs in our stores. I would speak to a manager at your local store to confirm what their policy is.
Thanks – Jess

— wilko (@LoveWilko) January 11, 2020

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The following brands allow dogs in on a store-by-store basis:

• Waterstones
• TX Maxx (carried dogs only)
• Homesense (carried dogs only)
• Currys
• Zara
• ScrewFix
• Halfords
• Wickes
• Superdrug (carried dogs only)

Before taking your dog to any of these stores, it is always worth checking each brand’s policy beforehand.