Pupper-cino to go: UK’s first food hall for dogs open for business

The UK’s first food hall for dogs is aiming to offer its canine customers specialist treats such as liver cakes and “pupper-cinos”.

Drool – foodhall for dogs
Basset hound Gumbo at the Lick and Mix station (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Based in Bobby & Co department store in Bournemouth, Drool will feature a doggy tuck shop, a “lick n’ mix” station and a cake stand.

Drool – foodhall for dogs
Holly and her Italian greyhound toy poodle (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Stands are at dog height and the animals will be given the opportunity to choose their favourite treats using dedicated sniffing holes.

Drool – foodhall for dogs
Specialist dog beer and wine for sale inside Drool (Andrew Matthews/PA)

All the snacks have been specially designed by artisan dog bakeries from around the country, with dog wine and beer even available to take away.

Drool – foodhall for dogs
Basset hound Pudding has a drink (Andrew Matthews/PA)

The concession is part of the reopening of the former Debenhams store, and will be available for the public to visit from September 9.

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