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General FAQs

  • The Dog Yard is for dogs and their humans to enjoy together; therefore, you must be inside the park with your dog at all times. If you need daycare, boarding, or drop-off puppy play, we have a variety of options at Downtown Dog Lounge.

  • Yes! This space is a community, and a social space is the priority here. Most importantly, we want to have a safe environment for dogs. To ensure this, we ask our human guests to always be aware and attentive to their dog(s) and their zoomies, even while on Zoom :).

  • Two dogs per person is our limit, to ensure everyone’s safety.

  • Can do! Your partner would need to have access to your Gingr account and sign a waiver.

  • Most likely! The benefit of the Dog Yard is unlike traditional dog parks, our park was built to handle weather conditions rain or shine to keep you and your dog comfortable. If there is an extreme weather condition that would cause a closure due to the health of dogs or our team, we'll notify you by e-mail and our social accounts.

  • Not at all! All well-socialized and vaccinated dogs over 4 months of age are welcome at Dog Yard Bar.

  • Due to us being a bar, anyone under 21 years old is not allowed.

  • Yes. For the safety of everyone, all dogs 8 months or older must be spayed or neutered. Unfortunately, we are unable to make exceptions as dogs who are not can receive too much attention and feel picked on, which can result in a fight.

  • Yes, we provide free wifi inside the park.

  • Parking is available on all streets around the Dog Yard Bar.

  • Please visit our pricing page.

  • Please visit our first timers page.

  • We’re a private park, which allows us to prioritize safety and comfort. All of our dogs are up to date on their vaccinations, as well as spayed or neutered. We keep our facilities clean and sanitized, and we serve our human friends, too, through the bar and our different events.

  • Absolutely! We have a dedicated small dog area. Please note this space can be closed during private events.

  • No, those are not permitted to ensure the dogs' safety. However, we can offer them to you inside the Dog Yard Bar!

  • Absolutely, you can. Follow and tag us @dogyardbar #dogyardbar, and your content may be shared on our page! We also offer professional photography for you and your pup during our different events.

  • We're sad to see you go! Cancellations must be completed prior to their renewal date; please e-mail us at info@dogyardbar.com, and one of our team members will assist you.

Meet-Ups FAQs

Logistics

  • For easy check-in on the day of the event, you should register your dog and upload their vaccination records at least one day before the event. If you weren't able to upload them, we'd really hate for you not to be allowed to join the party, so please make sure you have all your dog's vaccination records up to date and ready to show our team members so that we can ensure the health and safety of all of our members.

  • Our weekend morning meetups last from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Event attendees have the Yard to themselves during those hours. We open the doors to everyone at 12 p.m., but meetup guests are welcome to stay!

  • Yes! Unlimited package holders can always come and go as they please. Meetup and Day Pass guests are good for same-day re-entry.

  • Registering a pet means we have your dog's vaccination information on file, but this does not grant an entry package. Check out all of our packages by clicking here.

  • DHPP, Rabies & Bordetella are required. Bring a copy of your vaccination records to show at the door, or save time by registering prior to your visit.

  • Each parent is responsible for their own dog’s behavior and safety. While dogs are off-leash, owners should maintain visual contact at all times, be ready to intervene if play gets too rough and clean up after their pooch. Bark Tenders will be there to step in if needed.

  • The Yard is a social club for you and your dog, so we require that all fur pups are accompanied by their owner. If you need daycare, boarding, or drop-off puppy play, we have a variety of options at Downtown Dog Lounge.

  • Check out our meetup schedule on Eventbrite. If you don't see a meetup for your breed, let us know your interest! You can send an email to events@dogyardbar.com or let us know in person the next time you visit the Dog Yard.

Attendance

  • Yes! Puppies need to be 4 months old and up to date on DHPP, Rabies & Bordetella, and spayed or neutered by 8 months.

  • Yes! You know your dog better than we do. If your dog is a mix that includes the meetup breed and you think they would have fun, then sign them up!

  • Yes, as long as your additional dog will fit in with the size and temperament of the meetup breed.

  • 2 humans per dog for meetups. Outside of meetup hours, we welcome all 21+ humans, even if they don't have a dog.

  • No breed restrictions; behavior is what counts! We welcome all dogs that can play well with others.

  • Sorry, all humans must be 21 or older to visit the Dog Yard Bar.

  • Dog Yard Monthly and Yearly Unlimited Package Holders are welcome to attend multiple meetups during their package period. 5-day and 10-day packages will use up a “day” for each meetup.

  • Log into your Eventbrite account and choose either refund or credit. Eventbrite fees are not refundable. Please remember to request refunds or credits at least 24 hours before the event. See more info on Eventbrite refunds.

  • Log into your Eventbrite account, add the tickets you want, and then head to checkout. On the payment screen, you’ll see an option to use your credits. See more info about Eventbrite credits.

Private Parties FAQs

Logistics

  • Tell us what you have in mind! Bachelorette Party, Going Away Party, Birthdays, Graduations, Anniversaries. We’ve even hosted a Doggie Quinceañera.

  • A 2-hour party for up to 10 dogs is $150 plus a $100 food & beverage minimum. Additional party time can be booked at a rate of $75 per hour (subject to availability). We also offer a 50% discount to our members.

  • Additional party time can be booked at a rate of $75 per hour (subject to availability).

  • Unfortunately not, but we are happy to provide food and drinks from our menu for your event! Parties receive a 10% discount on all pre-ordered food, and we look forward to working with you to make your event special.

  • Once your party date is requested through Gingr, you will receive an email confirmation from one of our party planners within two business days. If you have any questions, please reach out to events@dogyardbar.com.

  • If you have a change in plans, Dog Yard staff will work with you to reschedule your party date. Cancellations made 7 days or more before your party date will be eligible for a refund of your deposit. Cancellations with less than 7 days' notice and no-shows will not be refunded, and custom bakery items made for your party will be invoiced as ordered. This includes changes to your plans due to inclement weather, sudden illness, etc.

  • Parties are held in the Party Park area. That’s the fenced area next to the Boulder Park.

  • Of course! Please contact us to set it up. You can email events@dogyardbar.com or call us at (206) 491-9741.

  • Absolutely! As long as they’re dog-friendly. No confetti, please!

Attendance

  • Dogs will need to follow all standard guidelines of behavior, have a pet profile with proof of current vaccinations on file, wear a quick-release collar or harness, and be spayed or neutered if 8 months or older. Please make sure all of your guests are aware of these requirements. Your guest dogs will not be able to enter the Yard until these requirements are met.

  • Your party rental covers entry for up to 10 dogs. Party humans enter free but must be 21+ with valid IDs (no children or babies).

  • The Party Park comfortably fits 25-30 people with around 15 medium-sized dogs, or up to 20 small breed dogs.

Want to check us out?

We offer a 20-minute complimentary walk-through so you can get to know our space, and we can answer any of your questions.