Just back from sainsburys with my rottweiler in a sack over my shoulder Was a bugger carrying the milk and stuff back in one hand tho….. 
Hes little so fits in a bag. So the shop owner has final say not the law? Just want to make sure I know the legals so I know where I stand. Thanks
I wish I knew where that rumour started because Ive had a couple of people try and argue that at work over that last few months and theyve got quite grumpy when Ive insisted no dogs means no dogs (obviously excluding assistance dogs) Dogs in the trolley? No. Dogs in my handbag? Still no. Dogs in a sling? Definitely no.
I think a lot depends on the type of shop, the size of dog & what sort of area you are in. I live in a tourist area & most shops, except food shops, let dogs in if you ask nicely. If theyre small enough to pick up you rarely get told no anywhere.
Shopkeepers have the right to allow or not allow whomever they please into their shops, except if they are being discriminatory. The general rule is that dogs are not allowed in shops but shopkeepers themselves can choose to allow them, except guide dogs or assistance dogs whom they have to allow in. What sort of shop did you want to take your dog in?
Dogs of any size are allowed in the landmark West End department store – unlike Harrods and Fortnum & Mason, which only permit assistance dogs and guide dogs (libertylondon.com).
Eye up your new iPad, or should that be iPaw-d, in any Apple store with your dog in tow – as long as they’re well-behaved and on a lead (apple.com).
Dogs are welcome in the fashion store, and you can combine human and canine shopping by checking out the brand’s matching dog collars and leads available in both of its signature “swirl” and “stripe” designs (paulsmith.com).
Some of their bookshops are more dog friendly than others, even leaving out bowls of water – but it’s down to the manager’s discretion, so check with your local branch first (waterstones.com).
Well-behaved pooches are welcome at Conran and what better companion to check out the designer store’s range of handcrafted toys, woven dog leads and doggy shampoos (conranshop.co.uk)?
Tips for getting your dog to wear boots and basic winter paw care
Training your dog to wear boots is not always an easy feat since there’s nothing natural about it. Initially, your pup might be fussy but there are a handful of tips for getting Fido acclimated to their new gear.
Before introducing boots, you should make sure you’ve trained your dog to be okay with you handling their paws. If they’re not, work on touching and holding one foot at a time until your dog feels relaxed. Tap their toes, and rub and squeeze their paw pads gently to get them used to the feeling.
Police dog can’t get used to his new winter booties
You may have seen little booties on dogs when it’s wet or cold out. They look funny and cute, but are they necessary? Find out more about when dog boots might be a good idea.
With the growing popularity of dog boots, you might be wondering what all the fuss is about. Dog boots offer a wide range of benefits, especially if you have an active pup. Just like your own feet, your dogs paws are soft and prone to injury, especially if you take them running, hiking, or spending time out in extreme weather. Boots help prevent paws from getting cut and from getting burns or frostbite.
But boots aren’t just for active dogs. As dogs begin to age, they may begin to drag their feet as they walk, which can damage their paw pads, so your veterinarian may recommend shoes for cushioning.