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Recently adopted a dog in Brownsville?

A happy shepherd mix in a harness lying on a dog cot

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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