Pups & Pinot 2024
Ontario’s dog-friendly winery passport
Pups & Pinot is a self-guided, dog-friendly wine passport that will take you to a selection of dog-friendly wineries across Ontario from May 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024.
2024 Pups & Pinot Wineries
The passport features over 20 wineries sprawling five prominent, Ontario wine regions!
Niagara on the lake
Participating Wineries
Ironwood Cider House
Marynissen Estates Winery
Palatine Hills Estate Winery
Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery
Participating Wineries
Flat Rock Cellars
Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery
Caroline Cellars
Cave Spring - Vineyard Tasting Room
Malivoire Wine Company
Niagara escarpement
lake erie north shore
Participating Wineries
Dancing Swallows Vineyard
Muscedere Vineyards
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery
Viewpointe Estate Winery
norfolk county
Participating Wineries
Front Road Cellars at Blueberry Hill
Hounds of Erie Winery
Participating Wineries
Karlo Estates
Three Dog Winery
Sandbanks Estate Winery
Grange of Prince Edward
Redtail Vineyards
prince edward county
PUPS & PINOT WINERY REGION GUIDE
Purchase a 2024 Pups & Pinot Passport and receive access to the exclusive Pups & Pinot Wine Region Guide featuring dog-friendly amenities such as:
Accommodations & Hotels
Restaurants & Cafes
Breweries
Stores & Shopping
Outdoor Experiences
Providing you with everything you need to know when planning your wine trips across five Ontario wine regions.
PETIQUETTE
At Dog Friendly KW, we are strong advocates for responsible dog ownership. Heading out to a dog-friendly location? Don’t forget your petiquette!
Ask for permission
Want to say hi to another dog in the space? Make sure you check with the other owner first! We encourage you to ask for consent before letting your dog enter another pup’s space.
potty break!
Even if your dog just went, ensure they don’t need to relieve themselves to ensure no accidents happen in public, indoor spaces!
Be prepared
Pack a small bag or backpack with your dog’s essentials. This may include water, a water bowl, poop bags, treats, and a blanket to keep them comfortable.
respect service dogs
Respect the space of service dogs, and do not interfere with working and in-training dogs.
stay in tune
It’s easy to get distracted when visiting new places, but don’t lose touch with your dog! Stay tuned to what they’re doing and how they’re feeling to ensure success.
keep your pup on leash
Unless a winery has a designated off-leash area, please keep your dog on a leash at all times. We discourage the use of retractable leashes and recommend a leash that is 6 ft long or less.
take a break
Sometimes, your dog might get overwhelmed in a public space, and that’s okay. Take a break. Walk away. Hit reset.
have fun!
Enjoying public spaces with your dog is an incredible bonding experience - enjoy it!
assess readiness
Not all dogs are ready to visit a busy, dog friendly place. Take baby steps and make sure your dog is ready to be in a stimulating environment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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That’s up to you! We offer four passport tiers to accomodate all lifestyles and budgets. Our smallest pass includes tastings at 3 wineries (Chinot Noir Pass), and our largest tasting, the Grape Dane Pass, offers tastings at 15 wineries.
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There are 20+ wineries included in the passport. Wineries are spread across five winery regions including Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara Escarpment (also known as Twenty Valley), Prince Edward County, Norfolk County and Lake Erie North Shore (also known as Essex County). Each region as at least two participating wineries.
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Yes, all of the wineries in the Pups & Pinot passport are dog friendly in some capacity. Some wineries are only dog friendly on their patio, while others permit dogs inside. These details are available to support your trip planning once you purchase your passport.
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No. Passport holders may redeem a tasting once at each winery.
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Yes! Passport holders will receive access to the Pups & Pinot Guide, which will feature dog-friendly amenities across the five wine regions. The guide will include places to stay, dining options, activities, and outdoor adventures.