How do you know if you and your dog are a good fit for Fetch, play + sip

At Fetch, play + sip, we want every visit to be safe, fun, and stress-free for both pups and their humans. To make that possible, we’ve put together some quick guidelines on which dog behaviors (and owner behaviors!) are the right fit for our space.

✅ Dog Behaviors We Love to See

• Playful, social, and friendly interactions

• Respectful play (both dogs are enjoying it)

• Good recall (your pup comes when called)

• Calm greetings with other dogs and people

• Sharing toys and space without issue

❌ Dog Behaviors That Don’t Work Here

• Any display of aggression toward dogs or humans

• Excessive barking that disrupts the park

• Resource guarding (over water or space)

• Mounting or overly rough play

• Ignoring recall or showing no interest in listening to owners

✅ Owner Behaviors We Love to See

• Actively supervising your dog at all times

• Intervening if play gets too rough or uncomfortable

• Picking up after your pup right away

• Being respectful of other owners and their dogs

• Understanding your dog’s limits and knowing when it’s time for a break

❌ Owner Behaviors That Don't Work Here

• Treating the park like a dog-sitting service — you must stay engaged with your pup

• Allowing unsafe or rough play to continue unchecked

• Ignoring signs of stress, fear, or fatigue in your dog

• Letting dogs roam without a leash outside of designated off-leash areas

• Forgetting to clean up after your dog

• Overindulging at the bar and focusing more on drinks than your dog

At Fetch, play + sip, we believe that a great dog park starts with great dog owners. By keeping a close eye on your pup and stepping in when needed, you help make the space safe and enjoyable for everyone.