Dog-Friendly Northern Virginia: Breweries, Wineries, Parks & Patios

Northern Virginia loves a dog. From Alexandria — named one of the country’s fastest-emerging dog-friendly cities — to the farm breweries out in Loudoun, you can spend a whole weekend […]
Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Fredericksburg & Stafford,

Fredericksburg didn’t earn its reputation as one of the most dog-friendly towns in the region by accident. Between the two of us — Fredericksburg and neighboring Stafford — you could […]
Local Virginia Craft Beer on Tap in Fredericksburg

Why We Pour Local: Virginia Craft Beer at The Barking Barley Anyone can stock a cooler. We’d rather pour you something with a story. At The Barking Barley, our tap […]
Craft Beer Taphouse in Fredericksburg, VA | The Barking Barley

Finally A Craft Beer Taphouse in the Heart of Fredericksburg (Where Your Dog’s Welcome, Too) Some bars feel like a place you went once. We’d rather be the one you […]
How to Introduce Your Dog to a Dog Park for the First Time

Thinking About Bringing Your Dog to the Park? Start Here. Bringing a dog to a dog park for the first time is exciting — but it can also feel a […]
The Perfect Dog-Friendly Weekend Escape from DC

You and your dog both deserve a weekend off. Here’s how to spend it — 55 miles south of the Beltway, in one of Virginia’s most charming, walkable, and surprisingly […]
What If I’m Not Sure My Dog Will Behave?

A Guide to Visiting a Fredericksburg Dog Park with Confidence If you’ve ever thought about bringing your pup to a Fredericksburg dog park but hesitated, you’re not alone. We hear […]
How to Join the Pack at The Barking Barley

Welcome to Fredericksburg’s favorite off-leash hangout! Getting your Pack Membership set up is quick, simple, and totally worth the tail wags. Follow this guide to create your profile, add your […]