Off-Leash Dog Parks

Absolutely not, you are more than welcome to come without a dog. However, you will be asked to sign a waiver in order to spend time in the dog parks.

No, we require that you are on premises at all times while your dog is enjoying the dog park. You are responsible for your dog while on site.

Yes, feel free to mingle around as much as you’d like, but remember, you are responsible for your dog and your dog’s behavior at all times  and must remain on premises.

Below is a list of basic requirements for your dog in order for them to enjoy our facility:

• Four (4) months of age or older
• Current on all required vaccinations (Rabies, Distemper)
• Oral Bordetella given within the last six (6) months OR Injectable/Nasal Bordetella given within the last twelve (12) months
• In overall good health; free of any ticks or fleas
• Pass our brief temperament observation 
•  No open wounds or stitches

Safety is our number one priority at Paws & Pints: safety for you, your dog, and our staff.  For that reason, we require each new dog at our facility to simply meet one of our check-in staff members to make sure personality and temperament is acceptable.  

There will be times where our staff feels an added screening may be needed.  If that is the case or in the rare occasion when temperament may not be acceptable, don’t worry, we have a solution!  Our onsite dog trainers, Imperial Obedience Training, offer a dog park/daycare readiness course that can help your dog(s) gain the necessary socialization skills needed to be able to stay with us. 

Complete a temperament evaluation by scheduling one with our front desk.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Don’t worry though! We have you covered from every angle, including fresh water for the dogs at all times. No food or treats are allowed in the off-leash areas, but please feel free to enjoy any snacks in our designated dining areas.

We understand, it happens, so we will do our best to help with the situation.  If we have vacancy in our hotel, we can put your dog up for the night or if our pet transportation is still available for the day, we can most likely get your dog home for you.  Both are based on availability and are not guaranteed.

The short answer is yes, however, we strongly encourage spaying and neutering your dog(s).  We understand that in certain circumstances, veterinarians may recommend holding off fixing your dog, and we respect that.  In the interest of safety, please understand that our dog park staff may keep a closer eye on your dog during your visit and female dogs who are in heat or are pregnant are not allowed during that time. 

You may come and go throughout the day on the day the pass is issued.  Feel free to enjoy the facility multiple times in one day if you’d like to! 

Yes, we ask that you pick up after your dog.  We provide everything you will need including bags.  If your dog happens to do its business when you aren’t looking, don’t worry, we will help when needed. 

Absolutely.  We have a dedicated indoor and outdoor, smaller dog, dog park that includes some fun amenities.  Our check-in staff will direct you on where to go!

We offer dog park day passes, so no membership is required, although the memberships do come with some pretty awesome perks! Your dog will still need to be current on all vaccinations and display acceptable temperament. You will also still be required to sign our waiver.

Yes, even when visiting and not joining as a member, we will need to verify your dog is current on their vaccinations. We highly recommend starting your account and uploading your records in advance in order to speed up the check-in process.  

Of course!  Kids of any age are allowed inside our restaurant and on our leashed patio.  In our off-leash areas, we have developed the following policy to keep our little ones safe:

• We require at least one adult for every three children.
• Kids 6 and under are not allowed in our off-leash areas outside of Family Day.
• Kids 7 -14 must be accompanied by an adult and stay in the immediate physical presence of a parent or guardian while in the off-leashed areas.  
• Kids 17 and under must by accompanied by an adult to enter Paws & Pints.
• Kids are not to climb on any dog park amenities, run in the dog park or tease any of the dogs. Please understand that in order to keep dogs and kids safe, our staff will enforce these rules and you may be asked to leave in the event that the rules cannot be followed.

No, we do not.  Any dogs who display acceptable dog park-behavior and are current on their vaccinations will be allowed entry! 

We require all puppies to be at least 16 weeks (4 months) old and current on all required vaccinations.  To ensure safety, puppies who are under 20 pounds and under 24 weeks (6 months) are allowed in the small dog park and our leashed-patio areas only.  Once one of those two factors are surpassed, they will be permitted to enter either dog park. 

Our Membership Portal & Smartphone Application are COMING SOON, where you will be able to purchase your Paws & Pints membership! For now, we can get you signed up when you arrive at the facility (please allow for extra time and be sure to bring all vaccination records).

Yes!  We have high speed Wi-Fi so you can get your work done WHILE your dog enjoys themselves. Win, win!

Yes!  We have several options for private events, corporate outings, birthday “Pawtys” and more! Reach out to [email protected].

Unfortunately, strictly as a safety precaution, we do not allow outside toys, balls or anything that could become a choking hazard.  We promise there will be plenty of activities to keep you and your dog(s) busy while visiting P&P!

Undesired dog behavior can be described as the following excessive actions: jumping, mounting, barking in other dogs faces, showing teeth and rough play. To combat unwanted behavior, we use different methods such as well-mannered verbal commands, redirecting, timeouts, separation and in some cases, we may have to remove a dog altogether.  By no means are any of these actions considered punishments, we simply want to keep the dog park safe and fun for all!

If the undesired actions persist, we may require you and your dog to complete a dog park safety course led by our on-site dog training company. 

Minor incidents will occur from time to time in the dog park. Our highly trained staff will assess the situation and in the event of an emergency, will take the necessary action. First-aid and time-out areas are also strategically located throughout the dog park and will be used if necessary.

Minor to moderate incidents can be handled by our veterinarian on-site unless you instruct us otherwise.  However unlikely, if a major incident occurs, Iowa Veterinary Specialties is one block directly north of our location and can handle any emergency 24 hours a day. 

We thought you’d never ask!  At Paws & Pints, our goal was to build the most enjoyable dog park possible. Any synthetic turf you see is safe, sanitary, and actually designed for canine play and enjoyment.

Kennel Cough or also known as Canine Cough, can occasionally be something that canine-related facilities have to battle.  At Paws & Pints, we go above and beyond to make sure your dog’s environment is clean and sanitary, but the reality is that viruses and bacteria can be spread by direct contact to one another or even through the air.  

We require each dog entering our facility for daycare, a hotel stay, or for a dog park visit to be current on their Bordetella vaccination.  It is important to remember that like a human flu shot, Bordetella only prevents certain strands of the virus and therefore, depending on what type may be  spreading, a dog could still get sick. 

It is vitally important that if your dog is showing signs of Canine Cough, you refrain from visiting the facility and consult your veterinarian. Signs of Canine Cough are:

• A persistent, forceful cough
• Watery nasal discharge 
• Coughing in dogs throughout the night that keeps them awake
• Dry heaving 
• In severe cases, symptoms can include fever, pneumonia and more

Yes. We require prior approval from the account holder for a guest visitor to enter.  Anyone approved to bring your dog to the dog park is fully responsible for your dog and your dog’s behavior. 

• The dog park is a safe and happy place for your dog(s) to visit, however, it can be hectic at times. To mediate some of this we suggest the following for your first visit:
• Make your first visit during the week when it’s a little less hectic.
• Remain in your dog’s presence until they get acclimated to the park.
• Be careful when going in and out of any gates.  Dogs tend to be sneaky sometimes and can dart behind you quickly even when you are being careful.  Holding a door is polite but not at the dog park. 
• Please listen and obey our dog park supervisors.  Their one and only job is to help ensure safety for you and your dog.  Remember that you are always responsible for your dog’s behavior.  
• Keep in mind that dogs don’t have hands, so they play with their paws and their mouth.  Don’t be nervous to let your dog have some fun!  
• Make sure you keep your dog cool and hydrated during their visit.  Fresh water is located in several areas throughout the dog park.  
• No training collars or electric collars are allowed to be worn in the dog parks for safety reasons.  
• We highly suggest utilizing the leashing zones to unleash and leash your dog(s).  Leashed dogs in an unleashed environment can be unsafe.  We realize that sometimes your dog is having so much fun that it can’t be avoided in order to leave! 
• Most of all, have fun!  Explore all our dog park has to offer and if there’s anything our staff can do to make your experience better, don’t hesitate to ask!