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The Bowwow Beergarden is a dog-centric community destination
where people gather, relax, and connect.
We’re working to bring it to the Lakewood Ranch / North Manatee area—with local interest helping guide where it lands.
01/13
The Bowwow Beergarden is not just a bar that allows dogs — and it's not a park where you can grab a drink. It is a professionally designed lifestyle venue built around one of the most powerful emotional drivers in America: dog ownership.
Designed to bring together:
Designed to inspire longer visits, more frequent returns, and a stronger sense of community.
The Bowwow Beergarden is being brought to life by Ben Pugliesi — with 13+ years in beverage and hospitality and deep roots across Southwest Florida.

10,000 square feet of on-leash relaxation for both dogs and their owners; a shaded and comfortably appointed social zone where owners can sit, drink, and connect with other dog owners in the community. To elevate the one-of-a-kind experience, patrons will have convenient access to a Mobile Dog Groomer who will have scheduled hours throughout the week.

3 separate playgrounds totalling 8,400 square feet (for the mellow, mini, mighty & mixed dogs). Professionally designed and installed with durable, low-maintenance, and easy-to-clean artificial turf. Now dogs can run freely, frolic, and play with no worry of mud, pests (fleas & tics), and odors. Sprinkler systems surrounding each playground are used for cooling the turf and nightly sanitation. Supervision present with trained Bowwow Bowncers.

Americans spend more than $140 billion annually on their pets — and the fastest-growing part of that spend isn't food or products. It's experiences.
Dog owners want to go out, socialize, and gather with friends — without leaving their dog home to do it. Now they don't have to.
Dogs are woven into the emotional fabric of family life. They bring love, comfort, routine, and joy — and dog owners are increasingly looking for places that reflect that bond. Places where:
The Bowwow Beergarden turns dog ownership into a social experience that can last for hours — not just a quick throw in the yard or a 20-minute walk. It's a place built around the way you actually live with your dog. And that's what makes it unlike anywhere else.
Conveniently located for the surrounding community, it didn’t take long for Ben and his dog, Nugget, to arrive. From the moment they stepped onto the cooler pavement of the Barking Lot, chosen for comfort and safety, their excitement was unmistakable as they made their way to the entrance
Entering through the double-gate system designed to prevent escape, Ben and Nugget are greeted at the Welcome Wag reception desk, where they check in to confirm current vaccinations and verify membership or purchase a daily pass.
Thrilled with the well-maintained facility, Ben and Nugget explore the Leash & Leisure Commons while waiting for friends—taking in the group seating with fire tables, comfortable couches, Zoomie Zones for off-leash play, and even the option of a nail trim for Nugget with the on-site mobile dog groomer.
As a few other couples arrive, the group heads to the bar - where a dedicated dog-friendly section allows owners and their dogs to stay together while grabbing an ice-cold beverage. Settling into one of the Leash & Leisure couches, they relax, catch up, and enjoy the moment.
After about fifteen minutes, the group naturally splits—some heading to the Beergarden, while others take their dogs to the Mini Zoomie Zone for a little off-leash play. Before long, one of the Bowwow Bowncers (responsible for safe play) stops by to say hello to Ben and Nugget, checking in to make sure everyone is having a great time.
Over two hours later, everyone had received their D.O.S.E. of happiness. Some enjoyed music, a glass of wine, and good conversation. Others played alongside their dogs, sipping on a delicious hazy IPA - and after all the fun, Nugget even enjoyed a well-earned bath.
Non-aggressive dogs / Vaccinations required for entry; Rabies, Parvo, Bordetella / Dogs over one (1) years old must be spayed or neutered
Each additional dog is $50
Daily access including weekends
Does not expire. Punch as you use. Can use with other dogs from same household
Access to the entire facility for the day
From weekend hangouts to private parties, corporate events to community gatherings — there's always something happening at Bowwow Beergarden.
Beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages
Mellow Zoomie Zone - 1,000 square feet, rental rate per hour depending on time / day / # of dogs
Exclusive access to the entire Bowwow Beergarden for a five-hour private event, Mondays from 5:00-10:00 PM
Pricing shown reflects current planning assumptions and is subject to refinement as the project progresses.
Vendors $50 weekday, $100 weekend / Partners $100 per month + AARFF Discount to its members / Sponsors provide in-kind benefits & services
Sweatshirts, Hoodies, Shirts, Cups, Bowls, Pendants, Lanyards, Stickers, Golf Ball Marker,Golf Towels, etc..
American Association of Retired Furry Friends; Add spouse or household member at no additional costs - 18 years or older. Access senior discounts with those partners and sponsors associated with The BWBG

New families and new dogs are arriving every day. Bowwow Beergarden is here to welcome all of them.

Lakewood Ranch residents treat their pets like family. We're building a place that does too.

From farmers markets to community events, this area thrives on connection. We're adding one more reason to get together.

Trails, parks, and an active lifestyle are already baked into the culture here — Bowwow Beergarden fits right in.

We're using community interest to guide where the first location lands.
Let's build this together
No commitment — just be the first to know as we bring it to life.
Requesting information or starting a conversation simply allows us to share updates and explore interest as
The Bowwow Beergarden continues to take shape.
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