KOCHI: Restaurants that cater to both you and your pets are in vogue in Kochi. A part of restaurants is reserved for them. There is a facility to tether the pets close to the seats. You can also let your pets sit with you if you wish.

There is no special menu for pets but dishes are prepared and served upon request. Pet food packet products are also available. There are also restaurants where you can buy pet birds and animals. Celebrations related to pets will also be facilitated. There are even movie stars among those who visit restaurants with pets.

It was not easy to get into cafes for those who go with their pets on trips and evening rides. Recognizing this, some coffee shops in Fort Kochi started providing this facility two years ago. Many restaurants and cafes in Kochi have become pet-friendly now.

The owners of Fress Trees Garden Cafe, which operates in Willingdon Island and Edappally, say that there are a lot of people who bring their pets along. Apart from commuters, evening riders also come to visit. Most people come with dogs. There are also those who come with cats and companion birds.

According to the operators of David Hall Art Gallery and Cafe, Fort Kochi, most people come during the weekends. Pets brought by those who come to enjoy the art exhibitions in the gallery have special relaxation facilities along the lake.

"A lot of people come regularly with their pets. There are also people who come for food and rest during their travels.'

- Peckson Joseph, General manager

Fresh Trees Garden Cafe

"More people arrive with dogs. Food is specially prepared for them."

- Nitish Kumar, Assistant manager

David Hall Art Gallery and Cafe

"It's nice to be able to eat and relax at the cafe with your pet'

-Ashwini