Ayrshire has no shortage of unique and amazing pubs to try but finding one that welcomes your furry friend can be a challenge.

This is why have pulled together some of the regions's best dog-friendly bars for you to try this weekend.

Whether you want to grab some lunch or are wanting a pint after a long walk, there is something for everyone.

Ayrshire's top 5 dog-friendly pubs to try this weekend based on Tripadvisor reviews

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: (Canva) Whether you want to have a pint after a walk or are looking for a meal, there is a bar for everyone(Canva) Whether you want to have a pint after a walk or are looking for a meal, there is a bar for everyone (Image: Canva)

Here are Ayrshire's top-rated pubs on Tripadvisor that are dog-friendly for you to try this weekend:

The Three Reasons

Location: 14 Gallowgate Street, Largs KA30 8LX Scotland

Rating: 4.5

Number of excellent reviews: 259

One reviewer said: "From the moment we walked in we were greeted by polite and helpful staff because we had a dog."

Find out more on the pub's Tripadvisor page.

Wellington's Bar

Location: 17 Wellington Square, Ayr KA7 1EZ Scotland

Rating: 4.5

Number of excellent reviews: 79

One Tripadvisor reviewer said: "Stumbled on this pub today in Ayr. Situated just up from the playpark at the beach on Wellington Square. Visited with a child and a dog and both (along with the adults) were made very welcome. The waitress immediately brought our dog a bowl of fresh water."

Find out more on the pub's Tripadvisor page.

Hollybush Inn

Location: A713, Ayr KA6 6EY Scotland

Rating: 4.5

Number of excellent reviews: 439

One reviewer said: "We received a friendly welcome and were shown to the area where dogs were allowed - plenty of tables, lots of room and everything was clean and tidy. There is a good range of options on the menu including some slightly different variations such as the Cajun chicken lasagne."

Find out more on the pub's Tripadvisor page.

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald: (Canva) These dog-friendly pubs are perfect for after a long walk in Ayrshire this weekend(Canva) These dog-friendly pubs are perfect for after a long walk in Ayrshire this weekend (Image: Canva)

The Harbour Bar

Location: 169 Templehill, Troon KA10 6BH Scotland

Rating: 4.5

Number of excellent reviews: 135

One reviewer said: "The people that run the pub are incredibly friendly.
We had a very long walking day and asked if we could take the dog inside. Yes it is dog friendly AND the landlady brought a bowl of water and some treats."

Find out more on the pub's Tripadvisor page.

The Sorn Inn Ayrshire On A Plate

Find out more on the pub's Tripadvisor page.

Location: 35 Main Street, Sorn KA5 6HU Scotland

Rating: 4.5

Number of excellent reviews: 207

One reviewer said: "We were so lucky to find The Sorn Inn on Sunday as we were looking to have a nice meal where we could take our pup. The owners were so welcoming we had a lovely meal."