A Southern Oregon restaurant is partnering with state health officials to launch a pilot program to allow dogs in outdoor dining areas.
A Southern Oregon restaurant is partnering with state health officials to launch a pilot program to allow dogs in outdoor dining areas.
Susan Schaffer, owner of the Avalon Bar and Grill in Talent is participating in the pilot program.
Schaffer is required to make regular reports to state health officials about how the pilot program is working out. The findings will help determine whether state health rules will be revised. Public comments will also be considered.
Oregon Health Authority officials say allowing dogs at dining areas appears to be a trend the food and hospitality industry is pursuing, so they’re considering it — at least outdoors.
Read more at the Statesman Journal.
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