Come grab a cold drink and kick back while your pup plays! The Bark isn’t just a dog park—it’s a social spot for dogs and their people. Our on-site dog bar features a rotating selection of local craft beer, ciders, seltzers, and non-alcoholic options so everyone can enjoy something refreshing. While you sip, your dog will have a blast exploring our indoor and outdoor play spaces designed for safe, supervised fun. All breeds and sizes are welcome after passing a behavior pre-check.
The Play Spaces
The Bark features three unique play areas tailored to different sizes and energy levels. Whether it’s sunny or stormy, we’ve got a place for your dog to play:
- The Foothills (1,570 sq ft): A cozy indoor space for small dogs (under 35 lbs)
- The Sugarlands (2,390 sq ft): Our large indoor play space for dogs of all sizes
- The Camp (5,115 sq ft): A spacious outdoor area featuring turf, shaded seating, and summertime favorites like a foam machine and sprinklers to cool off
From everyday play to seasonal events like Dog Prom, Foam Parties, and our Halloween bash Barks & Boos, there’s always something happening at The Bark. It’s the ultimate playground for your pup—and a fun hangout spot for you too.
Playgroup Pre-Check
Before joining the fun, every dog must pass a behavior pre-check to ensure they’re comfortable and safe in a group play setting. You’ll start by completing a short questionnaire about your dog’s play style, which you can fill out online before your visit.
Once you arrive, one of our staff will introduce your dog to another through a gate to observe their body language and greeting style. If all goes well, your dog will be allowed into a play space and monitored closely for signs of stress, fear, or aggression. If your dog passes, they can stay and play the same day! If not, we may recommend a re-check or a few training sessions with our positive reinforcement trainers to help your dog prepare for future fun.
Other Requirements
Vaccinations & More: All dogs must be up-to-date on rabies, bordetella, and distemper vaccines. Flea prevention is required, and dogs over 12 months must be spayed or neutered. Dogs in heat are not permitted. Proof of vaccination must be submitted in our system before entry.
Leashes: Dogs must be leashed at all times when entering and exiting the building. Leashes should only be removed once your dog is inside the designated off-leash play area.
Play Behavior: Our goal is to keep the play safe and balanced for everyone. Our Bark Rangers actively monitor for stress signals and disruptive behavior. While we encourage play, behaviors like aggressive biting, excessive mounting, or bringing in outside toys or treats aren’t allowed. If your dog becomes overstimulated or disruptive, we may ask for a short break or end the play session for the day.
Staff Monitoring: Our trained staff is always present to help manage the play spaces, but we also ask owners to keep a close eye on their pups and remain within view of their play area. After all, you know your dog best!
Dismissal: If your dog displays repeated inappropriate behaviors—such as mounting, resource guarding, or rough play—we’ll ask you to recall your pup and help them calm down before rejoining. Continued issues may result in a dismissal for the day. Dogs showing signs of true aggression (biting, snapping, etc.) will need to complete training before being considered for reentry.
