New patio couches — a few ground rules for dogs

We finally put real couches out on the patio — and they look great. Dogs are still welcome out there, we love that you bring them. We just need a few rules of the road so the new furniture (and everybody's night) survives the summer.

Couches are people-only. Dogs on the ground, please, not the cushions — we'd like these to last more than a season.

Leashed and close. Keep your pup leashed and near your table, not roaming the patio or the stage area.

Friendly dogs only. If yours isn't easy around strangers or other dogs, the patio's a rough hang for them.

Cleanup's on you. Accidents happen — please pick up after your pup and leave the spot like you found it.

Water comes from us. Need a bowl filled? Flag any bartender and we'll fill it from behind the bar. Please don't use the indoor water station for dog bowls.

And the big one stays the same: no pets inside — service animals only, that's the health code, not us. The patio's the spot for a beer with your dog at your side. Thanks for looking out for the room.

More house rules — kids, dogs, the whole deal — live at our house page.