Getting Vetted for The Black Dog

Please read all of the information below. Incomplete applications may not be considered.


The Black Dog requires that everyone who attends play party events at The Black Dog be fully vetted. For the safety and benefit of all of our guests, we take vetting seriously.


We do our best to expedite the vetting process, but your application will not be processed overnight. If you do not receive a timely response from us, please check with your references before asking us — most requests are held up by references who do not respond to our inquiries.


Please be sure to contact your references prior to listing them below to make sure they know why we are reaching out to them. For references, please include local individuals, ideally those who have been to events at The Black Dog and who you have met in person.


If you have been to any non-play party events at The Black Dog, such as discussions and group meetings, include those with the events/venues that you list below. Attending at least three such events will help you qualify toward full vetting.


The Black Dog requires Covid vaccinations and boosters for anyone who attends. We do grant medical exceptions. Please contact SlantSix if you have questions.


If you are interested in applying to be vetted for The Black Dog, you must complete the form below. You must provide ALL THE INFORMATION requested for your application to be considered:



Vetting Application

Note: All Fields Are Required






Please use an email address you actually check.


Let us know what name you wish to use in the community (your chosen name, nickname, etc.).


Be sure to include any events at The Black Dog.


Note: Please provide the Fetlife names of three references who will vouch for you as a potential attendee at our events.

I am at least 21 years old.
All attendees must present a valid photo ID before being admitted to our events.