A new business combining a love for dogs and beer is coming to Fredericksburg; Barking Barley, founded by Dan Craddock and Travis Stoner, is set to be a unique dog park and taphouse.
Barking Barley is primarily a dog park, featuring a 6,000 sq ft fenced-in area for off-leash play, and an outdoor on-leash seating area. There will be various activities for dogs, including watering holes and a tennis ball pit. All dogs must have up-to-date vaccination records for entry. There will also be an indoor space for visitors who just want to grab a beer and a bite.
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