This Dog Cafe Is "The Happiest Place In The World"

Celina De Jesus
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Welcome to the "happiest place in the world"...

Dog sitting on the floor, mouth open wide as if yawning or barking, wearing a harness. A person's foot is partially visible beside the dog
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That happens to be extremely dog friendly.

A small, fluffy dog with a harness sits on a wooden bench, looking at the camera
A small, fluffy dog with a harness sits on a wooden bench, looking at the camera
A black German Shepherd is being petted by a person, with another dog lying in the background
A black German Shepherd is being petted by a person, with another dog lying in the background

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And is also a cafe, named Boris & Horton.

Assorted baked goods, including muffins and scones, on a metal tray in a bakery setting
Assorted baked goods, including muffins and scones, on a metal tray in a bakery setting
A ceramic mug with an illustration of a storefront and a cat on shelves
A ceramic mug with an illustration of a storefront and a cat on shelves

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Boris & Horton officially opened in New York City back in 2018 for all dog lovers to unite.

Store sign with illustrations of two dogs and the text "Boris & Horton." Buildings and trees are visible in the background
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The cafe, which has a large selection of drinks and small bites to choose from, is also a great space to do some work.

Coffee shop interior with patrons seated at tables. Walls feature vibrant NYC-themed art and a sign welcoming visitors to
Coffee shop interior with patrons seated at tables. Walls feature vibrant NYC-themed art and a sign welcoming visitors to
Framed menu with sections for drinks, pastries, sandwiches, and more, featuring items like specialty coffee, build-your-own sandwich, and natural wine
Framed menu with sections for drinks, pastries, sandwiches, and more, featuring items like specialty coffee, build-your-own sandwich, and natural wine

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All while being in the presence of your furry friends.

A black dog wearing a red bandana sits indoors, looking up with its tongue out
A black dog wearing a red bandana sits indoors, looking up with its tongue out
Fluffy dog with curly fur looks at the camera, wearing a blue bandana and green tag
Fluffy dog with curly fur looks at the camera, wearing a blue bandana and green tag

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To learn more about the cafe, BuzzFeed spoke to cofounder Coppy Holzman about where this idea for a dog cafe came from and what their overall mission is.

People seated at tables in a cozy cafe working on laptops and chatting, with modern art on the walls and hanging lights above
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Coppy said, "Logan and I wanted to create the happiest place in the world that was dog friendly."

Two people smiling in a store with dog-themed merchandise on shelves in the background

The cafe is owned by Coppy and his daughter Logan (seen above).

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He continued by saying, "We offer top quality delicious food and beverages, and try to have folks feel as welcome."

Assorted pastries, including almond-topped croissants and muffins, displayed on a tray at a bakery
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"As if they were entering our living room."

Fluffy white dog sits indoors, looking alert and happy, with red chairs and people blurred in the background
Fluffy white dog sits indoors, looking alert and happy, with red chairs and people blurred in the background
Small dog wearing a patterned bandana and harness, sitting on the floor with a curious expression
Small dog wearing a patterned bandana and harness, sitting on the floor with a curious expression

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Along with the cafe, Boris & Horton also utilizes their space to host a number of events. Ranging from comedy shows, pet portraits, and more.

Person sitting at an outdoor table, wearing a hat and sunglasses, with a sign for pet portraits and books on the table
Person sitting at an outdoor table, wearing a hat and sunglasses, with a sign for pet portraits and books on the table
A woman sits at a table displaying abstract watercolor paintings and prints at an outdoor art fair
A woman sits at a table displaying abstract watercolor paintings and prints at an outdoor art fair

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And while visiting, Every Last One, an animal rescue organization, showed up with some dogs who were available for adoption.

Group of people sitting at a table outside a café with a black dog; posters and menus are visible around them
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Inside the shop Boris & Horton also has a ton of merchandise for you and your pup. Everything from hats, dog treats, mugs, bags, and more.

A display shelf with various dog-themed merchandise including mugs, hats, plush items, and tote bags featuring different dog illustrations
A display shelf with various dog-themed merchandise including mugs, hats, plush items, and tote bags featuring different dog illustrations
Pet store display with shelves of dog-themed merchandise, including portraits of dogs, assorted treats, toys, mugs, and pet care products
Pet store display with shelves of dog-themed merchandise, including portraits of dogs, assorted treats, toys, mugs, and pet care products

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All for your furry friend to enjoy.

Small white dog wearing a harness and a festive tie with pumpkin decorations, sitting indoors and looking forward
Small white dog wearing a harness and a festive tie with pumpkin decorations, sitting indoors and looking forward
Fluffy dog sitting upright on a restaurant bench, looking at the camera
Fluffy dog sitting upright on a restaurant bench, looking at the camera

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And if you want to check out this place, please do so ASAP, as the shop is unfortunately set to close at the end of this month. This is not only saddening, but means one less place for dogs to enjoy each other's company.

Dog with a pearl necklace sits in front of an ice cream shop display
Dog with a pearl necklace sits in front of an ice cream shop display
A happy dog wearing a harness is walking indoors with its tongue out, looking towards the camera
A happy dog wearing a harness is walking indoors with its tongue out, looking towards the camera
Cafe wall with a logo featuring two illustrated dogs above the name
Cafe wall with a logo featuring two illustrated dogs above the name

Check out Boris & Horton's Instagram account to learn more.

Fluffy dog wearing a floral harness sits inside a cafe, gazing at the camera
Fluffy dog wearing a floral harness sits inside a cafe, gazing at the camera
Whimsical NYC-themed mural with playful illustrations: taxi, hydrant, bagel, thank you bag, apple, signs, and dog
Whimsical NYC-themed mural with playful illustrations: taxi, hydrant, bagel, thank you bag, apple, signs, and dog

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