New Dog Park Bar Concept Coming to Lake City

Hair of the Dawg to offer food, drinks, games, and a 4,000-square-foot dog park.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:09am

A colorful, abstract grid of dog bowls, toys, and beer mugs in a high-contrast pop art style, conceptually representing the blend of canine and human elements in the new Hair of the Dawg bar and dog park.The new Hair of the Dawg concept in Lake City aims to blend a dog park, bar, and family-friendly entertainment into one vibrant community hub.Lake City Today

The new owners of Lakeland's in Lake City, Pennsylvania are transforming the establishment into a unique dog park and bar concept called Hair of the Dawg. The new venue will feature a 4,000-square-foot dog park, serve bar food and beer, offer games like cornhole and yard pong, and host live music and family-friendly activities.

Why it matters

Erie County is known for its vibrant bar and tavern culture, but the new Hair of the Dawg concept aims to put a fresh spin on the traditional bar experience by catering to both humans and their canine companions. This innovative business model could attract new customers and breathe new life into the local hospitality industry.

The details

The new owners of the former Lakeland's establishment in Lake City are rebranding and renovating the space to create Hair of the Dawg, a dog park and bar hybrid. The 4,000-square-foot dog park will allow patrons to bring their furry friends to play while they enjoy bar food, beer, and games like cornhole and yard pong. The venue will also host live music and family-friendly activities.

  • Hair of the Dawg is set to open in the summer of 2026.

The players

Hair of the Dawg

The new dog park and bar concept opening in the former Lakeland's location in Lake City, Pennsylvania.

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What’s next

The new owners are currently in the process of renovating the space and securing necessary permits to open Hair of the Dawg in the coming months.

The takeaway

The introduction of Hair of the Dawg represents a creative and innovative approach to the traditional bar experience, catering to both human and canine customers in Erie County's vibrant hospitality scene.