Best Dog-Friendly Breweries in Cary
Cary is home to some fantastic local breweries, many of which have large outdoor seating areas designed with dogs in mind.
From Fortnight Brewing Company and Cotton House Craft Brewers to Bull City Ciderworks and HighCraft Cary, dog owners in Cary have lots of options for dog-friendly breweries!
If you’d like help deciding on a brewery to visit, read on to learn more about the top pet-friendly breweries in Cary.
Top Dog-Friendly Breweries in Cary, North Carolina
Whether you want to enjoy an outdoor patio with your favorite drink or sit inside with your dog resting at your feet after you wore them at the dog park, you can find a brewery in Cary that fits your preferences. To help you narrow down your search, check out our top five favorite dog-friendly breweries in Cary below:
1. Fortnight Brewing Company
Cary’s oldest brewery, Fortnight is a UK-inspired brewery and pub that features multiple, large indoor and outdoor spaces and plenty of room to spread out. Friendly dogs are welcomed and routinely found hanging out here. The brewery also regularly hosts/sponsors adoption and other community-oriented pet events. They even have a fenced area where dogs can run and play off-leash!
2. Bond Brothers
A popular downtown hangout with lots of outdoor lounge space, you’ll often see dogs lounging all over the brewery. Bond Brothers describes itself as a North Carolina craft brewery and taproom, dedicated to producing high-quality ales, lagers, and sours.
3. Cotton House Craft Brewers (by Triangle Beer Co)
Cotton House is located in a 100+ year-old historic house that was originally used as a boarding facility for some of the very first students at Cary High School. The house has been updated to serve as a lively taproom, full of outdoor decks, string lights, lounge space, and plenty of seating areas for you and your dog.
4. Bull City Ciderworks:
Gluten-free? Not in the mood for beer? Bull City Ciderworks has a brand new location in Cary and, like all their locations, they welcome well-behaved pets to enjoy the atmosphere with you while you sip!
5. BottleDog Bites and Brews
If you’re looking for a brewery with a diverse menu and a bottleshop vibe, you’ll want to check out BottleDog Bites and Brews. This hybrid bottleshop and bar concept offers 12 rotating taps, 60 choices of beer to take home, and a tasty menu featuring Nashville hot chicken, pizza flatbreads, Canadian Poutine, gourmet hot dogs, and Montreal smoked meat. While dogs aren’t allowed inside, they’re welcome on BottleDog’s patio!
6. HighCraft Cary
Does your favorite brewery in Cary not allow dogs? Chances are, HighCraft Cary sells their beer. This beer market has a rotating selection of beer from local breweries and a tasting room. Even better, they allow dogs inside the tasting room and outside on their patio!
Tips for Bringing Your Dogs to a Brewery in Cary
If you’re looking for advice about bringing your dog to a brewery, check out our tips below:
Take them during off-peak (at first)
Ensure a stress-free visit to a brewery by slowly acclimating your dog to the environment. Instead of taking them when the brewery is busiest and filled with lots of distractions, visit on a slow afternoon when they can get used to the environment without getting overwhelmed. Once they’re accustomed to the brewery, you can start taking them in when it’s busier to see how they’ll do.
Bring your standard pet supplies
Don’t forget to bring a leash, poop bags, treats, and a dog bowl (for water). While breweries often have some of these essentials, it’s always helpful to come prepared. Also, it can be a good idea to bring more treats than you normally would, as they can be an easy way to get your dog’s attention.
Keep your pooch on a leash
Most breweries will require that you have your dog on a leash while at their location, and it’s always best practice to assume the brewery requires leashes until you learn otherwise. Investing in a sturdy leash can be useful for ensuring your pups stay where they’re supposed to. Want to keep your hands free? A leash that wraps around your waist is an excellent choice!
Avoid overdrinking
Lastly, if you’re thinking of drinking six beers instead of sipping on a few, you may want to leave Fluffy at home 🙂
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