Meet Bentonville City Lifestyle [BCL] Ambassador Max, aka "Sheep". You might recognize Sheep's friendly face from local events and favored Bentonville watering holes like The HUB Bike Lounge. Nearly ten years old, Sheep was born and raised in Arkansas, but has visited 20 other states as an avid road tripper. Max is a Sheepadoodle - hence his nickname - and he loves going everywhere with his dog mom, BCL Social Media Coordinator, Claire McFarland. Here are some of Sheep's favorite NWA dog-friendly brands, activities, and hangouts for the perfect dog's day in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Favorite Outdoor Activity
Sheep enjoys creek days on Little Sugar. As Claire's kayak companion, he loves watching wildlife as they float along and cooling off at swimming hole stops. A great spot to put in location for a Little Sugar Creek float is behind Allen's Food Market in Bella Vista.
Best 'Pet Food'
A Pup Cup from Oh Snap! Ice Cream is one of Sheep's not-so-guilty pleasures, but Three Dog Bakery makes his birthday cake every year, "Plus cookies, for being a good boy." You can find Oh Snap! at Osage Park and Three Dog Bakery on Central Avenue just off the Bentonville Square.
Go-To Pup-Friendly Hangouts
Since Sheep likes to go everywhere with Claire, dog-friendly spaces are a must. You'll often find him at Airship Coffee, Bentonville Brewing, and the YT Mill. Airship Pumphouse, Airship on 5th, Bentonville Brewing, and Meteor Cafe all have great outdoor spaces where pets can mingle.
Pet Fashions
Sheep has great hair, but he also likes to get dressed in the mornings. His go-to brands for looking effortlessly cool are Mt Oakley Threads and Wilderdog. For Sheep, it's also a must for his collar and leash to match, so every year, he picks out a new set from Rope Hounds. Both Mt. Oakley Threads and Rope Hounds are Northwest Arkansas-based brands. Support these local businesses by shopping online at MtOakleyThreads.com and RopeHounds.com.
Puppy Pampering
"Spa days are always with Ms. Amy at Raising the Bark in Bentonville." Sheep loves baths but hates the hair dryer. Contact Raising the Bark to schedule a spa day for your pup: RaisingTheBark.com | RaisingTheBarkNWA@gmail.com | 479-553-731
Pup-Friendly Community Events
Every day is a dog's day in Bentonville! Sheep loves mingling at weekly events around town. First Fridays and Farmers Markets are perfect for meeting other dog people. Other community events he loves are Thursdays at either The HUB's weekly bike social with live DJ or Neighbor Night with For the Love NWA. Sheep is also a big fan of Tuesday Wine Tasting at the Meteor - the perfect place to snag plenty of ear scratches.
Max "Sheep" McFarland
9yo Sheepadoodle
There's no denying that dogs are a big part of Bentonville lifestyle. Everywhere you go, whether it's a Greenway stroll or a coffee date with friends, there's bound to be pups around. It makes sense that Bentonville's pet population be represented in our magazine, which is where 'Sheep' comes in.