Gone Barking has now opened in Richmond Market Place

Gone Barking specialises in healthy treats and doggy bakery items.

There are a range of items which are specially made for specific dietary requirements.

The owners, Colin and Lisa Leonard, picked Richmond to start their business as they see it as the most dog-friendly town in the country.

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Colin and Lisa said: “We opened Gone Barking in Richmond as it’s probably the dog-friendliest town in the country, and the local folks are welcoming too. It’s the kind of place where perfect strangers say hello.

“Lots of people, and their dogs, visit the town to see the historic castle and the mesmerising waterfalls which is a great starting point for some of the best dog walks.

“And when you’re done walking in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, you’ll find that a great many of the cafes, pubs and restaurants you can relax in are dog-friendly too.

“We wanted to add to these local dog-friendly businesses in welcoming all the family to the town and so a little shop, just for dogs, was the inspiration for Gone Barking.”

They are opening just in time to take part in the ongoing ‘Magic Tenner' event.

For just £10 a gift box with a selection of items including doggy shampoo, edible greetings card, doggy chocolates, a ball toy and a doggy bakery item.

The campaign hopes to boost the independent businesses of Richmond and encourage people to try smaller businesses.

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It will be running until October 21.

Chris Sands, founder of Totally Local which is organising the event, said: “We are always blown away by the response from indie businesses to our campaigns, and the reports of increased footfall and sales at a time when the cost-of-living crisis is hitting many people.

“The Magic Tenner event is a good way for shops to support their communities by offering great deals, and for the community to support those shops that make our towns better places.”