Dogs will no longer be allowed in The Alementary Brewing Co. in Hackensack.

Alementary has operated for three years as a dog-friendly establishment, often hosting adoption events. It announced on its Facebook page that the Hackensack Health Department has decided they can no longer allow dogs in the brewery or in the outdoor biergarten.

The post also said, "When you visit the taproom, we will provide you with a card of phone numbers you can call to express your disappointment."

The Hackensack Health Department could not immediately be reached for comment.

Followers of The Alementary took to Facebook to express their disagreement with the decision.

"Wow, NJ is making it literally impossible for you guys and other breweries to stay in business," wrote one commenter. "Fortunately I live in NY where the doggies and food trucks are still welcome. Sad to see NJ turning against their own small businesses. I hope this changes."

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Others agreed with the Health Department.

"It’s not the fault of the Hackensack Health Department," another wrote. "NJ Admin Code Chapter 24 considers beer food. There are no 'pet friendly' breweries, only breweries that haven’t been fined yet."

Hackensack Brewing Co. also received a warning from the Health Department, stating that no pets were allowed in the establishment, as per the NJ State Code Chapter 24-6.5: "Sanitation in retail food establishments and food and beverage vending machines."

On its Facebook page, Hackensack Brewing Co. pointed out in a post that as a brewery they are not allowed to sell food on its premises. Because of that stipulation, those at Hackensack Brewing feel that the sanitation rule should not apply to them.

The Alementary is located at 58 Voorhis Lane, Hackensack; 201-968-1290, alementary.com. Hackensack Brewing Co. is located at 78 Johnson Ave., Hackensack; 201-880-1768, hackensackbrewing.com.