Ein heller Assistenzhund sitzt vor dem Eingang eines Modegeschäfts. Der Hund trägt ein schwarzes Führgeschirr mit gelbem Aufnäher „Assistenzhund“. Im Hintergrund sind die Kleiderständer im Laden.

Are dogs allowed in clothing stores?

6 fashion stores in the dog-friendly check

You’re planning a relaxing afternoon of shopping and want to visit a few stores—preferably with your dog. That’s when the question arises: Where are dogs actually allowed?

Unfortunately, the answer is not always clear-cut. Some stores are dog-friendly, while others do not allow dogs at all. What’s more, different chains have different policies, and some branches have their own additional rules.

It’s best to check DogMap first to see if the store is already marked as dog-friendly. If there is no information there yet, then there’s no other option: you’ll have to look for signs at the entrance or ask the staff.

If you find out, just enter it briefly in DogMap – that makes it easier for all of us.

In this article, we have collected a few statements about various fashion stores.

A light-colored assistance dog sits in front of the entrance to a fashion store. The dog wears a black harness with a yellow patch that says "Assistance Dog." In the background are the clothing racks in the store.

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Which fashion stores are dog-friendly?

Here you will find a short list of statements from some stores.

H&M – Are dogs permitted?

H&M is pretty relaxed about dogs in many of its stores. The policy on assistance dogs is particularly clear: they are welcome at all times—even without a vest.
This is ideal for a shopping day because you don’t have to think twice about whether you’ll have to turn around at the entrance.

H&M responds to a Facebook post about the "Assistance Dogs Welcome" access campaign:
Great campaign! All furry friends are welcome in our stores at any time, whether during working hours or in their free time (heart and dog emoticons).

C&A – Are dogs permitted?

C&A puts it politely, but also has a few rules: Dogs are generally welcome as long as they are kept on a leash and do not disturb customers or pose a tripping hazard in the store.
Sounds fair—no problem if you have a well-behaved dog.

Kik – Are dogs permitted?

KiK is quite clear: normal dogs are not allowed inside—mainly for hygiene reasons and to avoid possible allergies.
Of course, there is an exception for assistance dogs: they are allowed, provided that you notify the staff at the beginning of your visit. So: okay for assistance dog teams, but unfortunately not for anyone else.

Takko – Are dogs permitted?

Dogs are often allowed in Takko stores in general. However, the statement from the company’s communications department specifically refers to the right of access for assistance dogs:

Thank you very much for your kind inquiry and the comprehensive, interesting information. Assistance dogs are of course generally permitted in our Takko Fashion stores.

We place great importance on supporting people with disabilities and want to provide all our customers with the best possible shopping experience.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you again for getting in touch!

Sincerely yours,
Christina Scholz
Expert Public Relations
Takko Fashion GmbH”

Jack Wolfskin – Are dogs permitted?

Jack Wolfskin has made a clear statement regarding assistance dogs: they are welcome at all times. Unfortunately, this does not answer the question of whether dogs in general are allowed in the store.

If you find out whether dogs are generally allowed inside, please enter the information in DogMap to assist others with their planning.

Deichmann – Are dogs permitted?

At Deichmann, the policy on assistance dogs is clear: guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome in stores. In addition, the teams offer on-site support if needed.

For dogs in general, there may be different rules depending on the branch.

Screenshot of an email with the following quote:
Thank you very much for your email and your inquiry. We can provide you with the following information: 
Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome in our Deichmann stores. Of course, if customers need assistance in our stores, our staff is always happy to help. 
Best regards,
Sonja Schröder
Corporate Communications
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Whether dogs are allowed in fashion stores vary from place to place. Some stores are relaxed, others are stricter—and even within a chain, there may be differences depending on the branch.

If you want to be on the safe side, take a quick look at DogMap—and if nothing has been entered yet, look for signs on site, ask around, and then enter your experience directly. This will make the next shopping trip a little easier for everyone.