Craft beer, socialization, and dogs go hand in hand. That’s right, what’s a brew pub patio without a pup or two? Dog-friendly Fuggles Beer Co. in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. Even better when there’s a brew pub dog hanging out with your crew. Wait until you meet Beau.

But first the beer.

Beer is a big part of Canadian identity, whether you like it or not. (And many Canadians do.) That’s likely a major reason craft breweries are sprouting up across the country, especially in mid-sized urban centres.

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And the best part of most microbreweries? Dogs. So many permit dogs on patios (see our Regina, Saskatchewan tour here) and many let Fido enjoy the ambiance with you indoors (check out Cambridge, Ontario here). If there’s no kitchen at the brewery, some food safety regulations might not apply.

Fuggles Beer Co. identifies as Richmond’s only microbrewery and, like all production facilities of this kind, it focuses on creating quality brews, including the West Coast IPA, Mango Street, and Pilsner Pixel. Quirky labels are inspired by geek culture, such as comic books and video games.

Not only is this a brewery willing to discuss its beer-making process and procedures with beer aficionados, but Fuggles also encourages visits from the curious dropping by to try a pint or a four-flavour tasting or take a behind-the-scenes brewery tour.

Second, the vibe.

Fuggles is a destination locale for both visitors and locals, offering a small indoor and outdoor event space beside the parking lot in front of the brewery. Stop by to enjoy an outdoor game of cornhole, some bar food and, of course, a beer. Generally, dogs are not permitted in the indoor pub area, unless you are Beau, the resident dog. Beau is four-year-old Brussels Griffon and Yorkie combo.

When the weather is good, and it often is in British Columbia, you and your pup can enjoy a cold one on tap along with mac & cheese bites, chicken samosas, beef sausage roll or waffle fries on the patio.

Don’t love beer? No problem. Fuggles offers wine, margaritas, and cider. And it’s Happy Hour all day on Mondays at Fuggles Beer Co. Dog snack menu? Not yet, unfortunately. But there is a jar of dog treats at the bar.

Third, where are the dogs?

So, what’s it like for both you and your pup? The vibe is very casual. Most of the seating is outdoors, either on patio couches or bar-height tables. Dogs curl up on patio bench seats or beside Muskoka chairs. Locals drop by for a pint and take a six-pack home. Mango-flavoured brew is one of the most popular options, and the brewery is expanding.

And if you don’t arrive with a dog, you can always give cute little Beau with his charming underbite smile some attention, especially if he’s holding court from his bar chair.

At Fuggles Beer Co., it’s not just about what’s in your glass—it’s about the easy rhythm of a place where dogs settle in, conversations linger, and Beau might steal the show. And if you’re still chasing that perfect dog-friendly sip-and-stroll combo, nearby Lulu Island Winery offers a quieter vineyard experience a short drive away.

If you go …

Fuggles Beer Co., 103-11220 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, British Columbia

If a slow stroll through the vines with your dog is more your speed, Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, British Columbia, is about a 12-minute drive away or a short distance from Highway 91.

Like Fuggles Beer Co., Lulu Island Winery welcomes furry visitors, but pups must be leashed at all times, including among the vines. Once a site for a dog-friendly festival, the winery has, unfortunately, no plans to repeat that this year. But it is open to the public from 10 am to 6:30 pm, seven days a week.

If you take your dog to breweries often, why not deck him out with this ‘Daddy’s Drinking Buddy’ bandana (affiliate link) or let your pup have its own beer toy (affiliate link).

Note: I visited Fuggles Beer Co., as a guest of Richmond Tourism.

Writer bio: Sherri Telenko has been a professional writer for decades and a travel writer for the last two. She’s a member of TMAC (Travel Media Association of Canada) and Dog Writers Association of America and travels almost weekly with her canine companion, Victoria.Contact Sherri at dogtrotting.net here. All written content is original, written by a person, and based on experience and research. Please subscribe!