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Where are dogs accepted in France? The place-by-place guide
Restaurant, supermarket, train, beach, museum: place by place, what is allowed, what is prohibited, and what depends entirely on the goodwill of the manager.
Listing your dog-friendly business and getting found
Welcoming dogs is pointless if no one knows about it. Here is where and how to get listed to appear when an owner is looking for a dog-friendly address.
Becoming a dog-friendly business: the 7-step guide
Welcoming dogs costs almost nothing and can be set up in an afternoon. Here are the 7 concrete steps, from choosing your internal rules to the window signage.
Welcoming dogs in your business: what the law says
No, French law does not ban dogs from restaurants or shops. Here is what the texts actually say, what remains prohibited, and the two cases where you have no choice.
Walking your dog in the heat: 7 tips for summer
When temperatures climb, walking your dog calls for a few precautions. Here is how to enjoy summer together, without any risk for your companion.
Bringing your dog to the café: 5 good reasons to do it more often
Cafés, brasseries, restaurant terraces... More and more places welcome dogs. And for their owners, the good reasons are stacking up.
Why display a "Dog Friendly" sticker on your window?
A simple sticker on a shop window — and yet, it is a strong signal. For the shopkeepers who display it, it is a stance that translates concretely into loyal customers.
How to find a dog-friendly shop near you (without getting it wrong)
Google, phone calls, social media... Finding a place that truly welcomes dogs is not always simple. Here are the methods that actually work.
My dog on the terrace: everything you need to know
Dogs on terraces: is it a right? More of a tolerance — one that depends on the owner. Here is how to make these moments enjoyable for everyone.
The shopkeepers who are changing life for dog owners
Welcoming dogs is a choice. But for the owners who represent one in five French households, it is also a reason to come back. Portrait of a trend that is settling in.
5 French cities where life is good with a dog
Green spaces, welcoming terraces, flexible public transport: some French cities really have thought about our dogs. Here is our pick.
Dog-friendly beaches at Hossegor, Seignosse and Capbreton: the guide
The Landes is the best corner of France to head to the beach with your dog. Hossegor, Seignosse and Capbreton each have their own character — here is where to go, when, and under which rules.