Petition · Department for Business and Trade

Require pubs and food and drink businesses to have dog free areas

Closed 145 signatures

What the petition asks

Make it law for premises to have clearly marked areas for people to enjoy food or drink separately from areas where dogs are allowed.
Whilst I am a dog lover, I do appreciate that many people do not love dogs or are uncomfortable around them.

Some individuals with special needs can be especially nervous around dogs.
Dogs can be unpredictable and often noisy and unfortunately some dog owners accept this behaviour as normal and acceptable. Some dogs may also be dirty or smelly or carry ticks. Some people are allergic to dogs. We think the introduction of dog free zones could allow individuals to have a choice, rather than having to treat some establishments as no go zones.

Timeline

16 Jan 2025 Petition opened for signatures
16 Jul 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 145
Status Closed
Department Department for Business and Trade
Opened 16 Jan 2025
Closed 16 Jul 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 10 Aug 2026.