Meet Elf, the Bar Dog
Elf the dog and Derrick the dog/bar owner
Hi I’m Derrick, this is my dog.
FAQs:
Why did you name him Elf? When I bought him his name was Elvis. Which wasn’t my favorite name so I shortened it. It’s not related to the movie, its more like recognizing he had a nickname that he already came to.
How old is Elf? He’s 4. I got him as a rescue when he was 2. The pet agency estimated his age at 2 and made his birthday May 4, 2018. Stay tuned for May 2021 when we launch a Star Wars themed menu and dress him up as dog Chewbacca and/or Jar Jar Binks
May we pet him? Yes, he is friendly. He will likely try to lick your hand as well.
May we feed him? Only approved snacks, never off the bar-top.
How are dogs allowed inside a bar? We don’t serve food and he’s only allowed in the couch area.
Are other pets allowed inside the bar? As of right now, maybe? If they are support animals or very kind. They must be quiet, on leash, watched, no history of fighting, all shots up to date.
How much does he sleep? At least 14 hours a day. Sometimes around 11P he gets fussy and has to go up stairs to bed.
Can I take him home? No.
What breed is Elf? He’s a rescue so we aren’t certain, but pretty easy to tell he’s a beagle mix.
Does he sleep upstairs or in the bar? Upstairs, wherever he feels like for the night.
Why does he have extra dewclaws? Its common with some mountain dogs, for extra gripping on hillsides.
Is there anything he doesn’t like? Having his paws grabbed, he doesn’t like that. Also ear-stuff.
What tricks does he know? The primary - sit, shake, wait, wanna go for a walk. When he is waiting for food I say “Free” to signal its okay to eat or stop sitting/waiting.
What foods does he like/hate? The most random is that he likes to chase grasshoppers. He will eat almost anything.
What is your favorite thing about him?
Who is his favorite customer? Literally everyone, unless you smoke, he doesn’t like the smell.
Has he inspired any drinks or bar decor? Ask for an “Elf Snack” a drink inspired after Elf and adapted from a “Scooby Snack”
Soft opening party, October 2020