Washoe County Commissioners approved a grant to fund dog-friendly patio signs for approved local restaurants. The Washoe County Health District has received a $3,000 grant from the Food and Drug Administration to print “Dog Access Approved” signs for local restaurants and bars, that meet Health District approval to allow non-service dogs in their outdoor dining areas. Currently, only designated service dogs are allowed in restaurants or bars. With the commission’s approval, dogs will be allowed in designated outdoor dining areas of approved establishments, and will be marked accordingly with dog-friendly signs.