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Sarah Guy picks the best spots to go walkies with your four-legged pal.
Best beer gardens for big mutts
Brownswood Tavern
Dogs of all sizes and breeds welcome’ at this N4 favourite. There’s outdoor seating for 150 people (and plenty of floor space for pups). 271 Green Lanes, N4 2EX
The Canonbury Tavern
A spacious pub with a huge garden – it’s well maintained and refined, just like the neighbourhood. Classy hounds will approve. 21 Canonbury Pl, N1 2NS
The Roebuck
A lovely walled space, with flowers and foliage. Dogs get toys, treats and water; people get great pub grub. 50 Great Dover St, SE1 4YG
Royal Inn on the Park
Right on Victoria Park – this is the perfect place for a post-walk pint. 111 Lauriston Rd, E9 7HJ
The Wood House
The expansive patio space is ringed by trees and a set of (heated) garden huts. They’ve also found room for an alfresco Burger Shack. 39 Sydenham Hill, SE26 6RS
Best places to dine with your dog
Andrew Edmunds
A Soho stalwart with a mighty fine wine list. They might even take large pooches if you ask nicely, though space is limited. 46 Lexington St, Soho, W1F 0LP
Bellanger
An Alsatian-inspired (the region, not the breed) all-day brasserie, serving everything from cocktails to three-course meals. Your lapdog will love it. 9 Islington Green, N1 2XH
Gastro
Casual French bistro in Clapham with a doggy entente cordiale. 67 Venn Street, SW4 0BD
The Green Room
Pups get a warm welcome at this airy brasserie. It makes a handy pit stop for riverside walks and there’s a garden out front for sunny days. 101 Upper Ground, Lambeth, SE1 9PP
The Harwood Arms
How many places have a Michelin star and a dog bowl? The go-to gastropub for a special supper with your four-legged friend. Walham Grove, Fulham, SW6 1QP
Best parks
Alexandra Park
The panoramic views make this a popular north London walking spot, but there’s plenty of space for all (196 acres, in fact). Alexandra Palace rail
Brockwell Park
Surprisingly rural in feel, this lovely park has lots of variety, amazing trees and wide open spaces. There’s also an annual dog show. Herne Hill rail
Clissold Park
The green space for sociable hounds and their owners – walk your dog here and you’ll both make friends in no time. Stoke Newington Overground
Hilly Fields
A much-loved local park, with lots of big open spaces, uphill walking and amazing views of central London. Ladywell rail
Regent’s Park
A classic central London park, with the bonus of smells and sounds from ZSL London Zoo. Regent’s Park
Best dog boutiques
Barkers of Muswell Hill
An impressive dog emporium, with everything from food to flea treatments, not to mention toys and accessories. There’s also a very modern grooming parlour to pamper your pooch. 70 Fortis Green Rd, N10 3HN
Holly & Lil
Best known for their vast range of handmade dog collars, this welcoming shop is also crammed with other accessories. Pick up its local map of dog-friendly places, too. 103 Bermondsey St, SE1 3XB
Pack and Clowder
A charming store selling all sorts of carefully sourced goodies for dogs (and, whisper it, cats). You’ll find everything from raw food to tartan bow ties. 18 Chatsworth Rd, E5 0LP
Maison Dog
Grooming, accessories and dog-centred collectibles are what you’ll find at this delightful East Dulwich boutique. 20 N Cross Rd, East Dulwich, SE22 9EU
Pet Pavilion
If you can’t find it here, then Fido probably doesn’t need it. Pet Pavilion even makes its own dog treats. 174 Kensington Church St, W8 4DP
Sarah Guy is the author of ‘London for Dogs’, Ebury Press, £9.99
Pictures by Ben Rowe
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