Announcing the First Annual Dog-Friendly Business Award

Posted on June 25, 2009 · Filed under: Dog-friendly businesses, News 

MayDOG is now accepting nominations for the first annual Dog-Friendly Business Award!  This award will go to the business in the Maynard area that is doing the most to be dog-friendly.  Nominations will be accepted through July 31, 2009.

The winner will be announced on August 1, 2009 at noon at the Maynard Farmers’ Market.

What are dog-friendly business practices?

  • Welcoming customers’ dogs onto the business’s premises
  • Allowing employees to bring their dogs to work
  • Placing a designated water bowl near the entrance to the business
  • Providing a “doggie hitch” outside the business
  • Offering unusual or special products/services specifically for dogs
  • Supporting non-profit dog-related organizations in our community

Submit your nomination here or by email. Include a short description of why you think your nominee is the most dog friendly in the area.

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