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A beloved dog-friendly café in Hahndorf is facing a major setback after a single complaint led to a council ban on pets inside — despite three years of smooth operations and strong community support. The owner, who offered to restrict dogs to one area, was slapped with a warning and potential fines of up to $2,500 if she reopens the doors. The council cites national food safety rules prohibiting animals in food areas, except for accredited assistance animals — a rigid stance that ignores the café’s practical, pet-loving vibe. With winter biting down and patrons struggling to sit outside in freezing temps, the owner is rallying online for support to overturn the ban, turning a local business dilemma into a broader conversation about flexibility, community needs, and the limits of bureaucracy.

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