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Pet-Friendly Kent CONT .
The Isle of Thanet is one of Kent ’ s most popular places for dog-walkers , especially tourists holidaying with city-dwelling dogs who are craving a run on the beach . Margate is slowly becoming the most dog-friendly seaside town in the UK and perhaps the most dog friendly boutique stay is The Dog House ( www . doghousemargate . com ). On arrival , your furry friends will be gifted their very own selection of hypoallergenic treats , created by canine master chef Ruby Ruffs Doggy Deli . With premium memory foam beds that respond to your dog ’ s body heat and pressure , they will have the most comfortable sleep to prepare them ahead of a day ’ s exploring . In the morning , they can enjoy a choice between succulent sausage and bacon or selection of fine raw or dry foods . Just 500 metres down the road , enjoy all the fun of the vast dog-friendly beaches Margate has to offer . With plenty of pet-friendly coffee shops , cafés and restaurants , including The Greedy Cow Café ( www . thegreedycow . co . uk ) and the Margate Coffee Shed (@ themargatecoffeeshed ), there are plenty of opportunities to refuel . Dog-sitting services are available upon request at extra cost at The Dog House , so parents of fur-babies can enjoy a meal out in town with a glass of wine or two .
Pontins meets Palm Springs at Club Jupiter ( www . clubjupiter . co . uk ) in Birchington , who welcome one well behaved dog under 10kg to their stylish pad . A renovated BK Bluebird caravan fuelled by a love for achievable travel and mindful interiors , as well as retro design , if you love Instagramming
your pooch then look no further . Club Jupiter ’ s 70 ’ s style wallpaper with funky bold prints , a smattering of rattan furniture , cow print headboards and lightup heart-shaped mirrors will make the perfect photo backdrop for your fluffy angel ’ s pics . Just a stone ’ s throw away from Club Jupter lies the sandy stretch of Minnis Bay , a total haven for dogs that love to run , sniff and go for a swim . After exercising on the bay , visit The Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie ( www . theminnis . co . uk ), a relaxed , stylish location that offers truly outstanding views , great food , an extensive drinks list and of course a friendly service that welcomes dogs . Serving classic British cuisine with a contemporary twist , the coastal location means that seafood is a speciality here - including a famously good battered fish , chips and peas .
RUBY RUFFS DOGGY DELI CLUB JUPITER
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