More of us are therefore spending a bit longer outdoors, enjoying walks with friends, family – and our four-legged friends.
But what if you fancy a slice of cake or a cup of tea or coffee after walking the dog?
Thankfully a lot of cafes in the county allow dogs, so we thought we would see which ones get the thumbs-up from reviewers.
Here are 19 of the best dog-friendly cafes in Northumberland according to Google ratings:
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