Yard Rules & FAQ
All dogs gotta have them!
Why are memberships required? Memberships help create the safest and healthiest environment for our four-legged friends.
Humans are FREE! Humans are welcome to come by for a drink, from our full-service bar, without a dog. You must sign an online waiver.
General Rules for the Yard (Subject to Change)
- Membership is required. Barks & Brews (B&B) is used only by its members, their dogs and their guests.
- The signed “Membership Terms and Conditions/Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement” releases B&B from any liability to our customers, their dog(s), or anybody accompanying them, and applies to all visits to the facility for the duration of your membership.
- B&B reserves the right to refuse alcohol service to anyone without proof that they are at least 21 years of age or that appear to be inebriated.
- No one under the age of 16 is allowed at B&B.
- B&B is not responsible for any injury, illness, or damage caused on our premises, and all members are legally and financially responsible for their dog(s) and guests.
- B&B may close in cases of severe weather or when emergency maintenance is required. Additionally, the hours may vary due to special events. In all cases, B&B reserves the right to close the facility or amend its hours of operation at any time without notice; however, B&B will endeavor to notify its members via our website, social media, and/or email.
- Participation at B&B is voluntary and at your own risk. We reserve the right to temporarily remove or permanently restrict any person or dog(s) from the premises for behavior that is potentially harmful to our customers, staff, or other dogs. It is your sole responsibility to ensure the safety of your dog(s), your guests, and yourself. Your membership may be suspended or revoked at any time if it is found that you have jeopardized the safety of dogs or other members.
- Maximum 2 dogs per member.
- No outside dog toys are permitted.
- Failure to comply with any B&B rules or policies may result in revocation of membership.
MEMBER RULES
- Members must check in with staff prior to entering B&B.
- Members must be at least 21 years of age.
- Members must be attentive to their dog(s) and keep them under control at all times. At no point may a member leave B&B without their dog. This will result in immediate revocation of membership.
- Members must retain possession of their harnesses and leashes. B&B is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen personal items at any time.
- Members must clean up after their dog(s). All waste must be bagged and disposed of properly in the marked receptacles.
- No outside dog food or treats are allowed. No feeding of dogs is allowed at any time.
- Human food may be brought into B&B and consumed as long as it is kept away from the dogs.
- Beverages purchased at the bar are permitted in the off-leash areas, but we ask that you please remain responsible for your drink while the dogs are playing. Outside drinks are not permitted, including but not limited to water bottles.
- No glass of any kind allowed.
- No smoking or vaping on premises.
CANINE REQUIREMENTS
- Dogs must be current on vaccinations including DHPP/DAPP, Bordetella, and Rabies. Dog parents must provide vaccination documentation to B&B in order to be granted a B&B membership.
- Puppies must be older than 4 months of age and must show that they are current on puppy vaccinations. Members with puppies should utilize the small dog area and stay with them at all times.
- Dogs over 1 year old MUST be spayed or neutered to enter B&B. No dog will be permitted while in heat. Any dogs seen to be repeatedly mounting may be asked to leave.
- Off-leash areas are clearly marked. Dogs must be on-leash unless they are in the off-leash areas. Dogs must be off-leash while in the off-leash areas.
- Only flat, quick release collars should be worn. No muzzles, gentle leaders, harnesses, prong, pinch, choke and electric collars may be worn at B&B.
- Dogs should be free of fleas and ticks.