Arf!: Dog Happy Hours

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IN CASE YOU hadn't heard, the Obamas are getting a dog. Also, if you hadn't heard about that, you are living under a rock, and you could probably rent out your rock for $700 a night during Inauguration Week.

So when you and the new president go out for a beer or two (he's a man of the people, you know), you'll have to find a bar that's dog friendly. Luckily, D.C. has a few spots where you and Barry can bring the pooches.

The patio at Union Pub on Capitol Hill is a dog haven. But even better, it has drink specials from 5-11 p.m., varying according to the day of the week. Our favorites are the $14 margarita pitchers (on Thursdays) and the $5 BBQ quesadillas (on Mondays).

Even in the winter, the waterfront is gorgeous. The view from Cantina Marina's outdoor patio is similarly gorgeous. Just don't let your dog fall in the water while you enjoy the various happy hour specials, which also vary by day of the week.

Hotel Helix is a dog-friendly place — it welcomes dogs with food and dishes during their hotel stay. So it's no surprise that the Helix Lounge is dog friendly as well. There's a patio for your pooch and an all-night Monday happy hour. For you, that is.

» Union Pub, 201 Massachusetts Ave. NE; 202-546-7200. (Union Station)
» Cantina Marina, 600 Water St. SW; 202-554-8396. (Waterfront)
» Helix Lounge, 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW; 202-462-9001. (Dupont Circle)

Photo by Jahi Chikwendiu/The Washington Post