Canine customers in Gorleston give cafe the howl of approval

A doggy Diner has opened along Gorleston seafront.Willow the dogPHOTO: Nick Butcher (Image: ©archant2016)

The Doggie Diner, next to the Pier Hotel, opened part time last year but has now been open seven days a week from this month.

And now owner, Angie Girling, says that the cafe has been attracting dogs who are turning up waiting for a treat, with or without their owners.

'I think they've gotten used to it,' said Angie. 'Even on the days we weren't open last year, there would sometimes be one waiting outside the door for a sausage!'

The Doggie Diner, next to the Pier Hotel, started as a cafe in the summer time and then snowballed, and now Angie is serving up doggie dinners, treats and healthy dog cupcakes from 70p, seven days a week. One popular choice is a carrot cake muffin - made with ingredients dogs can eat - topped with chicken liver and a mini sausage.

A doggy Diner has opened along Gorleston seafront.Michelle Stebbings with Willow and Emma Hunt with Wicket.PHOTO: Nick Butcher (Image: ©archant2016)

'People can bring their dogs inside, we've got a cosy corner. We've had three dogs come on their own without their owners now, so they obviously know where they want to be!'

Angie's friend, Claire Manwani, added: 'It's such a lovely atmosphere, there's even an older couple who come in who don't have a dog - they just love to be around them!'

The diner also serves food and drinks for humans, so owners can warm up along with their dog after a brisk walk on the sands.

In the future, Angie is planning on providing a base for some owners to hold fun dog shows, or even for dog walking clubs to meet.

Angie Girling has opened a doggy diner along Gorleston seafront.PHOTO: Nick Butcher (Image: ©archant2016)

To find out more, search for Gorleston Doggie Diner on Facebook.