Pup cups & dog-friendly stops

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Puppuccinos, pup cups, patios that welcome paws, and places to stretch four legs — anywhere in the world. Perks vary by location, so always ask at the window or call ahead.

USA

In-N-Out Burger

Pup Patty — a plain beef patty, no salt, seasoning or onions

Ask for a "Pup Patty" at the window. Served in wax paper.

USA · Canada

Starbucks

Puppuccino — a small cup of whipped cream

Free at most stores. Just ask at the window.

USA

Dutch Bros Coffee

Pup cup of whipped cream

Free at the window, often with a dog treat on top.

USA · Canada

Dairy Queen

Pup cup — vanilla soft serve, sometimes with a dog biscuit

Many stores offer it. Keep it small for little dogs.

USA

Culver's

Pup cup — plain vanilla custard with a dog biscuit

Ask at the drive-thru.

USA

Shake Shack

Pooch-ini — dog biscuits with peanut butter sauce

On the menu at many US locations.

USA

Dunkin'

Cup for Pups — a little whipped cream

Not every store, but plenty do.

Canada · USA

Tim Hortons

Plain cup of whipped cream ("pup cup")

Skip the Timbits — plain whip is safer for dogs.

UK & Ireland

Costa Coffee

Puppuccino — whipped cream for dogs

Many stores welcome dogs inside too.

UK & Ireland · Europe

Caffè Nero

Puppuccino and dog water bowls

Dog-friendly policy at most UK shops.

Australia & NZ

Local café "puppy babycino"

Puppy babycino — frothed (often lactose-free) milk

A cafe staple across Australia and NZ. Just ask.

Asia

Dog cafés

Dog menus and treats

Japan and Korea have dedicated dog cafés in most big cities.

UK & Ireland

Country pubs

Dogs welcome inside, by the fire

Look for "dogs welcome" signs. Most rural pubs allow them in the bar.

USA · Canada · Australia & NZ

Brewery taprooms

Outdoor patios, often with water bowls

Most allow dogs on the patio, but rules vary by county. Call ahead.

Europe

Bistro terraces

Leashed dogs under the table are normal

France, Germany, Italy and the Nordics are very dog-friendly. Ask for a water bowl.

Europe

Biergartens

Dogs welcome at most beer gardens

A classic stop across Germany and Austria.

Is a pup cup safe for my dog?

A small cup of plain whipped cream is a fine once-in-a-while treat for most dogs. Skip anything with chocolate, coffee, xylitol or sugary syrups, and go smaller for little or lactose-sensitive pups.

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