Yappy Places

Dog-friendly places, reviewed by Pickles.

Discover dog-friendly pubs, cafés, shops, and adventures, all reviewed and approved by Pickles.

Finding places that really welcome dogs shouldn’t be guesswork.
No more awkward doorway hovering.
No more “Are dogs allowed?” panic.
No more guessing if your dog will actually be comfortable once inside.

YappyPlaces gives you a clear, simple way to see which venues are:

  • Dog Friendly
  • Dog Catered For
  • Pickles Approved (Gold Standard)

All at a glance.
All in one place.

“Hello, humans. Pickles here.”
Chief Canine Officer and lead reviewer of YappyPlaces.

I’ve spent years being dragged to cafés and pubs with zero sniffable information ahead of time.
Sometimes they love dogs.
Sometimes they tolerate us.
Sometimes they panic and say,
“Um… you can sit outside?”
(Which is human for “no”.)

YappyPlaces exists to fix that.

If a venue gets a sticker, it means they actually understand what dogs need —
not just allow us inside.

Welcome to dog-friendly done properly.

THE THREE-STICKER SYSTEM

Simple. Visible. Honest.

YappyPlaces uses a clear, standardised system so dog owners know EXACTLY what to expect before walking through the door.

1. Orange – Dog Friendly

Dogs are welcome inside.
Staff know how to greet dogs calmly.
Water bowls available.
A comfortable, accessible place for dogs to settle.

2. Purple – Dogs Catered For

Everything in Orange, PLUS:
Treats, cosy resting spots, space awareness, quiet areas, enrichment options, and thoughtful dog handling.

This venue actively cares about your dog’s well-being.

3. Gold – Pickles Approved

Awarded personally by Pickles.
This is the top tier.
These venues understand dog behaviour, provide a calm environment, offer exceptional dog-friendly service, and genuinely prioritise canine comfort.

If Pickles wags, relaxes, and settles happily,
they get the gold.

THE MAP

Explore the YappyPlaces Map

Find dog-friendly venues near you.

Search pubs, cafés, shops, and trails that truly welcome dogs — not just tolerate them.
Every location is tagged with its sticker level, so you know exactly what kind of experience to expect.

Map Coming!

SUBMIT A VENUE

Know a dog-friendly place worth barking about?

Tell Pickles!

Submit your favourite dog-friendly venue and we’ll review it.
If it meets our criteria, it will be added to the map, and the venue will receive a YappyPlaces sticker.

[Submit a Venue]

FOR DOG OWNERS

Why YappyPlaces matters

  • No more awkward doorway hovering
  • No more “Are dogs allowed?” embarrassment
  • No more loud, chaotic environments your dog hates
  • Clear expectations before you go
  • A trusted, behaviour-aware standard
  • Reviews from a dog’s POV
  • Easy to share with friends and walking groups

This isn’t about “dog-allowed.”
It’s about dog-comfortable.

FOR VENUES

Why businesses love YappyPlaces

Dog owners are incredibly loyal customers.
A YappyPlaces sticker tells them:

  • You genuinely welcome dogs
  • You understand dog behaviour
  • You provide a safe and comfortable environment
  • You care about responsible dog ownership
  • You’re part of a trusted nationwide directory

Venues with our stickers get:

  • more repeat customers
  • more positive reviews
  • more dog-owner word-of-mouth
  • visibility on our map
  • social media promotion

Apply for a YappyPlaces Sticker

FINAL SECTION — JOIN THE PACK

YappyPlaces is part of the Crazy Dogs movement

Created by Natasha and Pickles, YappyPlaces is here to make the world easier, kinder, and more accessible for dogs.

Because when humans see the world through their dog’s eyes,
they choose places that help dogs feel understood, safe, and happy.

This is dog-friendly done right.
This is the waggy-tailed rebellion in action.