Gate Entry

Yes, but you must have the paperwork from a Licensed Mental Health Professional. Service Pets are specifically trained to do work or perform tasks that mitigate a person’s disability.

The pet is required to have: Health Check from licensed Veterinarian, Behavioral Check, ESA Letter, ESA Registration certificate (all signed by a licensed therapist), Pet FD Card, Vest, Collar, Tag and all updated vaccinations.

All service Pets must be in a harness with a leash and have the proper paperwork attached. The Pet should have good social skills when taken to public places. IT IS REQUIRED BY LAW under the American Disability Act (ADA) you cannot ask what the person’s disability is but you can ask what task the service dog is trained to perform.

No. You are not alowed to bring alcohol through the gate. If found, it will be confiscated.

Yes, you are allowed to bring a backpack. It will be checked and looked theough by gate attendants.

Yes, you are allowed to bring sealed, clear water bottles in through the gate.

Pets (including but not limited to: dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) are unfortunately not allowed at the Big Butler Fair. Please see “Can I have an Emotional Support Dog or Service Dog at the Fair?” below.