Off Leash Dog Bar

Off Leash Dog Bar offers dog daycare and off-leash play in Lincoln, NE, alongside a full-service bar at 1975 M Street. Dogs run in a cage-free indoor area of roughly 7,000 square feet, plus about 4,000 square feet of turfed space outside. Owners can order a beer, cocktail, glass of wine, or coffee while the dogs play.

What they offer

• Indoor off-leash play area, about 7,000 square feet, climate controlled
• Outdoor turfed play area, about 4,000 square feet
• Daycare, with staff able to give medication during the day
• Grooming
• A Chill Zone set aside for small, shy, and elderly dogs

What sets it apart

The bar side is the real difference here. Beer, cocktails, and wine are served alongside coffee and non-alcoholic drinks, so a daycare pickup can turn into an hour of sitting down. The calendar carries monthly events and trivia nights. There are also WiFi booths with power, which suits owners who want to get work done while their dog burns off energy. Flexible monthly memberships are available for regulars.

Planning a visit

Published day rates run $27 to $36. Every dog must be current on vaccinations, and booking is handled online. The doors are closed Mondays, open 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 3 to 10 p.m. Friday, noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. Questions can go to (531) 500-1265 or frontdesk@offleashlnk.com, and the site at offleashlnk.com handles sign-ups. The business also posts on Facebook and Instagram, which is the easiest way to see what events are coming up.