In a city as big as Houston, we have many wonderful dog parks throughout our city. And with our warm Texas weather, you can take your dog to enjoy the dog park year round. These dogs are perfect for swimming to cool off from the Houston heat, socialize and play with other dogs, exercise is essential , and other lovers meeting dogs. Below you will find just a few of the most popular dog names that our city has to offer.
Millie Bush Bark Park
16756 Westheimer Parkway
Houston, Texas
This 13 acre dog park is open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. Named one of the best dog parks in the nation in 2005 by “Dog Fancy” readers. It’s easy to see why it’s considered one of the best dog parks in Houston, it’s full of attractions. It is double ported and secured, bags are available to pick up, parking lot, restrooms are not on site but close by. There are large dogs and small dogs and the cutest fire is small and large in them. You’ll find patio seats outside the park and a walking path inside. To beat the hot Texas heat, there are dog swimming pools, dog showers, water fountains, trees and even shady areas.
Congressman Bill Archer Bark Park
3201 State Route 6 North
Houston, Texas
Located just north of 1-10 from Bear Creek Park, you will find this 926 acre facility. Open at 7 p.m. at dusk seven days a week, also access to over 230 parking spaces. The park has 14 acres designated for large dogs and 3 acres only for small dogs. Both sections of dog dog also have dog agility equipment for your care fun. This dog is also double-ported and secured with bags. There are many trees and longwalking trails enjoy them. Water sports include pools, fountains and dog showers.
Gene Green Beltway 8 Dog Park
6500 East Sam Houston Parkway North
Houston, Texas 77049
This eastern dog park has lots of fun for people and dogs. It offers 3.5 acres for small dogs and .7 acres for small dogs. As with most other Houston dog park> double fenced and portable you use the bags you collect. Your dog can swim in the pool or play in the water fountain. There are benches and large trees, even an area with a brush where your dog can run around and hunt some birds. Another really amazing thing about this dog park is that all the fun things are for kids. They have a man skating park, a skate park your teenagers will love and a playground for younger children.
Whichever dog park you decide to bring to your family pet, make sure you remember to be polite and kind. Here you can find more information from the Houston Dog Park Association to meet local groups. Attending one of these will give you the opportunity to meet other local dog lovers and dog park users. I highly recommend that you make an effort to talk to leaders and advocates from dog friendly organizations. It’s the perfect opportunity to get tips from dog trainers, behaviorists, traders, caterers, suppliers, trainers and pet lovers. It is a good idea to let the dog see the dog when opening or closing the first dog park to get a feel for it without being crowded. Once you find a park you and your dog will love you will both feel comfortable making many friends and enjoying frequent visits.
Sources:
dogchannel.com – www.dogchannel.com/dog-magazines/dogfancy/dog-park-winners-2005.aspx
Houston Dog Park Lovers – www.meetup.com/houston-dog-park/
Harris County Precinct Three – www.pct3.hctx.net/parks/congressmanbillarcherpark.aspx
Houstondogpark.org – www.houstondogpark.org/dog-park-list.htm
Dogparkusa.com – www.dogparkusa.com/texas/houston
