Recently adopted a dog in Brownsville?
Congrats on your new best friend! Here are some fun spots around Brownsville to explore together, plus the basics: pet supplies and vets.
Walking trails
- Historic Battlefield Trail: 9 miles, paved. Runs from Linear Park to Palo Alto Battlefield. Easy trailhead at the Brownsville Events Center, 1 Event Center, Brownsville, TX 78526. Flat, with little shade, so go early.
- Resaca de la Palma State Park: 10+ miles of nature trails. 1000 New Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX 78521. Leashed dogs welcome. Bring water for both of you. Park entry fee applies.
- Paseo de la Resaca Trail System: 7 miles of paved trails through north Brownsville neighborhoods, connecting Central Parkway, Texas Trail of Trees Park, North Park, and the Events Center.
- Monte Bella Park: about 6 miles of dirt trails. 2485 W Alton Gloor Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520. Shared with mountain bikers, so keep your pup close.
- Belden Trail: 1 mile, built on an old rail line. A short, easy walk for puppies and seniors.
Dog parks
- Catherine B. Stillman Dog Park: 416 FM 511, Olmito, TX 78575. Separate areas for big and small dogs, benches, and a dog water fountain.
- City dog park: 2843 Sweet St, Brownsville, TX 78521. Small fenced area, good for a quick run.
Pup cups at Starbucks
Ask for a Pup Cup: a small cup of whipped cream for your dog. It's off the menu, so it's up to each store, and it's a treat, not a meal.
- 4247 US-77, Brownsville, TX 78520
- 2055 US-281, Brownsville, TX 78520
- 2491 Boca Chica Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78521
- 1465 E Ruben M Torres Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78521
- 5720 E Ruben M Torres Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78521
Dog-friendly patios
These spots are listed as dog-friendly on BringFido. Policies can change, so call ahead.
- The Broken Sprocket: 6305 Paredes Line Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526
- Cobbleheads: 3154 Central Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520
- 7th and Park (coffee): 1554 E 7th St, Brownsville, TX 78520
- Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q: 2780 Frontage Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526
Pet supplies
- PetSmart: 585 Morrison Rd, Brownsville, TX 78520. (956) 350-0608
Vets
- Boca Chica Animal Hospital: 1245 Frontage Rd, Brownsville, TX 78520. (956) 441-2287
- Brownsville Spay Neuter Clinic: 1050 MacKintosh Dr, Ste A, Brownsville, TX 78521. (956) 550-8366
- WeekendVET: 2908 W Alton Gloor Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520. (956) 370-3600
- Companion Animal Hospital: 2600 Ruben M Torres Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78526. (956) 544-5868
- Brownsville Veterinary Hospital: 1810 Central Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520. (956) 542-7705
Tips for South Texas heat
- Walk early or after sundown. Hot pavement can burn paws.
- Always bring water.
- Keep your dog leashed on shared trails.
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