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Welcome to the Original Austin Dog Friendly list where Mouse and I have enjoying dog friendly hangouts since 2002.  

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Mouse and Basil hanging out at Freebirds

These are just a few places dog friendly restaurants, events, hotels, and retail stores you can take your pooch in Austin, TX.  Other places include events such as Mighty Texas Dog Walk, Eyeore’s Birthday, 4^th of July Fireworks, Christmas in the park, outdoor shows (Zilker Rock Garden), and many more…  Feel free to email with more locations.  

Thank You so much to all the Austinites who keep me up-to-date on the latest! 

Not really New, just a new link: Mouse's Guide to Socializing: A neurological approach

Read about Freddie's Place in the Austin American Statesman

Kind of Old: Read about the City Ordinance changes in the Austin American Statesman

Kind of New: March 6, 2006: Austin City Council passed ordinance allowing dogs to accompany their owners to some bars and restaurants.  Individual establishments may make their own policies.  

Newest: Roman Reign now offering mobile grooming services.   Hate doing nails? Dread cleaning ears?  Click here for more info, and check out Mouse's nails in the picture below.  Barely see them, eh?   If you don't get a reply within 24 hours, then your email got lost in cyberspace.  Don't hesitate to call or email. :o)

Copyright ©2002 Jennie Chen All images and articles are copyrighted.  Unauthorized use is strictly Prohibited.

Leash Free Parks     Restaurants    Other Locations    Hotels

Check out Austin's Pet Directory, Southpaws Playschool, and Austin Dog events. 

 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/austindogevents/  

Also, a list of regular yearly events:

Humane Society of Williamson County Announces Spring Fling Mutt Strut on Saturday, April 29th

Canine Companions for Independence Ulti-mutt Festival - 3rd weekend of October

Mighty Texas Dog Walk - 2nd weekend of April

Eeyore's Birthday - April

Reliant Parks Dog Show - 2nd or 3rd weekend of July - Houston

S.N.I.P. Fest - Oct. 8, 2005

Magic PetaPalooza - 4th weekend of August

Pet Fest - TBD

Emancipet Pet Parade Halloween Weekend

Arrival Ranch PetaPalooza - Mid November - Selma, TX

Austin Marley Festival - April

  Leash Free Parks  

ALWAYS check out the park to make sure

1. You and your dog will be safe from other dogs, people, or traffic.

2. That it is a leash free park.

3. Always keep a copy of current vaccinations on hand when going out. 

4. Do not take puppies under 16 weeks as they are still susceptible to parvovirus.

5. Make sure you can still control your dog as not all dog parks are fenced. 

1. Auditorium shores from South First to Bouldin Avenue

2. The soccer field area of Zilker Park between Barton Springs Road, Stratford Drive and Lou Neff Drive

3. Far West Boulevard right of way between Great Northern Boulevard and Shoal Creek Boulevard

4. Surplus airport property between Old Manor Road, Manor Road, Lovell Drive and the airport fence

5. Red Bud Isle

6. Onion Creek District Park, located at the North end of the greenbelt

7. Northeast District Park between Crystal Brook Drive, the railroad right of way and Decker Lake Road

8. Walnut Creek District Park between Cedar Bend Drive, Walnut Creek and the east and west park fences

9. Emma Long Metro Park between City Park Drive, the west park boundary fence, Turkey Creek and the top ridge of the bluff line overlooking Lake Austin

10. Bull Creek District Park, area of the park behind the restrooms (100 yards in length) all the way to the creek

11. Shoal Creek Greenbelt between 24th and 29th streets – Pease Park

12. Norwood Estate on the north end of Travis Heights at the northwest corner of Riverside Drive and IH-35. (Fenced in)

 http://www.texasoutside.com/austinframes/DogOffLeashZones.htm

Restaurants – Patio Areas Only

Remember that although the restaurant and stores may allow dogs, not all patrons are dog lovers.  Make sure your pet does not beg or steal food from others.  Also clean up any mess your pet might make.  Call ahead to make sure that restaurant policies haven’t changed or just do what I do - look like you're ready to spend a small fortune.  No one likes to upset paying customers.  

Stores and Other Locations (there are many more than the ones I have listed, mostly because I'm too lazy to look up the address)

1. Home Depot - NOT one of my favorite places.  Enough said. 

2. Whole Earth Provisions 1014 N Lamar Blvd Austin TX (512) 476-1414 and

2410 San Antonio St Austin TX (512) 478-1577

3. Lowes - Longtime supporter of Roman Reign and SouthWest Working Dog Asssociation

4. Petsmart

5. Petco

6. Recreational Equipment, Inc. 9901 N Capital Of Texas Ste 200 Austin TX (512) 343-5550 - Our fav!

7. Groovy Dog Bakery on Northland at 2222 and Mopac

8. The grave of Fred Gipson (author of Old Yeller) at the State Cemetery - You and your LEASHED pooch can continue the tradition of leaving a doggie treat there for him.

9. Dirty Dog 3411 N. Lamar Austin, TX 512-453-DOGS  

10. Bed, Bath, and Beyond at Hancock Center 

11. FaLa's - 2414 Exposition Blvd Tarrytown Shopping Center

12. Half Price Book Stores - multiple locations

13. Office Depot - Lakeline area

14. OfficeMax - Lakeline area

15. Midas - multiple locations

16. AutoZone - multiple locations

17. Pep Boys - multiple locations

18. Hardware Store at Spicewood Springs/183

19. Big Lots - multiple locations

20. Sonics - Mouse usually get some complimentary fries and icecream

21. Most banks 

Hotels

There are more hotels in Austin that accept pets.  However, some charge enormous fees and have a weight limit.  They are not listed.  

Amerisuites Austin Airport

7601 E. Ben White Blvd

Austin, TX

North Austin Plaza Hotel and Suite

6911 IH35 North

Austin, TX

Baymont Inn & Suites
150 Parker Drive (near Mopac & IH-35)
Austin, TX 78728

Comfort Inn & Suites
700 Delmar Ave.
Austin, TX 78752

Comfort Inn & Suites
300 E. Whitestone Blvd
Cedar Park, TX 78613

Crowne Plaza Austin Hotel
500 N IH-35
Austin, TX 78701

Motel 6
5330 IH-35, exits 238-A/238-B (near 53rd street)
Austin, TX 78751

La Quinta Inn Highland Mall

5812 I-35 North

Austin, TX

Red Roof Inn
8210 North IH 35 (close to Rundberg)
Austin, Texas 78753

Red Roof Inn
4701 South IH 35 (close to Hwy 71)
Austin, Texas 78744

SpringHill Suites
2960 Hoppe Trail
Round Rock, Texas 78681

Travelodge Suites
8300 North IH 35
Austin, Texas 78753

Wingate Inn
1209 North IH 35(at Hwy 79)
Round Rock, Texas 78664