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Glasgow Live
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Keiran Fleming

Silverburn shopping centre opens its doors to dogs for the first time

Silverburn shopping centre has announced that it will be opening it's doors to canine companions for the first time after much demand from shoppers and retailers.

The shopping mall is welcoming Man's best friend into the complex for a limited trial period to accompany their owner as they window-shop, go for dinner or grab a coffee.

There will be a number of water bowls and waste bag stations dotted throughout the complex.

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Pooches will also be welcomed into various of retailers including Waterstones, H&M and Pandora. Doughnut experts, Krispy Kreme, have added pupuccinos to the menu to help your four-legged friend join in with the shopping centre experience.

The dog friendly shops are identifiable by a paw print vinyl sticker in its window.

David Pierotti, General Manager of Silverburn, said: “We pride ourselves on being a destination that is inclusive for all, and considering the 10 per cent rise in dog ownership in recent years we wanted to trial opening our doors to everyone in the family, which includes some of the best behaved dogs out there.

“This new policy allows visitors to shop, eat and relax at Silverburn alongside their canine companion without the anxiety of leaving them behind. When asked, over 80 per cent of our customers welcomed to concept so we’re excited to make this addition and will continue to monitor feedback throughout the trial period.”

Click here for more information on Silverburn's dog friendly status

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