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7 reasons to take your dog to Brighton

Brighton is 'Britain's Most Dog Friendly Place' according Cesar Dog Food so it must be the ideal place to take your pooch! Here are seven reasons to take your dog to the seaside town.
By Good Housekeeping Travel
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Walking

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There are an impressive 98 parks in Brighton and Hove, so that's plenty of beautiful places for walkies with your dog. Not all the parks allow dogs though, so check before you visit and don't forget the poo bags!

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Shopping

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Whether you have a chic designer doggie or a rough and tough mutt there's something for every fashion conscious dog in Brighton. Try Tinkerbells Boutique for designer items including clothes and furniture.
 
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Grooming

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Haircuts aren't just for us, Doggy Fashions offers an open plan grooming parlour filled with qualified groomers ready to transform your pup from shaggy to stylish. 
 
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Eating

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Those big brown eyes won't be begging for your fish & chips on the beach with all the dog friend cafes in the area. The Chubby Chops Dog Cafe in Hove is co-owned by French Bulldog Bonnie (pictured on their Twitter account @doggycaffe) and managed by a black Labrador called Dalhia! They offer a separate menu for dogs including apple and carrot dumplings and chicken flavour ice-cream. The Ginger Dog, Koba Bar & Bistro and Metrodeco all welcome dogs too. 
 
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Paddling

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Between May and September the dog friendly beaches are marked by green and white flags. Why not take your dog for a stroll (or paddle) on Brighton's beautiful beaches? 
 
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Sleeping

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If you would like to stay, there are plenty of dog friendly hotels in the area. From budget breaks at the Avalon to luxury at the Hotel du Vin there's something for every pooch. House of Hugo even offers luxury suites, doggy swimming and a gym. Your canine friend even gets their own king-sized bed! (pictured Maisie staying at the hotel - by @houseofhugo)
 
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Travelling by train

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From London Victoria you can get to Brighton in under an hour. Provided they are kept on a lead and generally behave themselves your furry friend is welcome on the train. 
 
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