Pet Care in Barton Creek

Complete guide to dog ownership in Barton Creek, Austin. Barton Creek Greenbelt trails, natural swimming holes, Zilker Park off-leash area, heat safety tips, and local vets.

By Pawel Kaczmarek •
Ward • 78735, 78746 • Near Barton Creek Greenbelt, Barton Springs Pool

Local Tips from Barton Creek Dog Owners

  • Barton Creek swimming holes are THE summer survival strategy - Sculpture Falls, Twin Falls
  • Greenbelt trailheads fill up by 9AM weekends - arrive early or use alternative access
  • Zilker Great Lawn off-leash area requires bulletproof recall - unfenced and busy
  • Creek water levels drop in drought - check AustinTexas.gov before heading out

Dog Parks in Barton Creek

Barton Creek Greenbelt

3755-B Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78704

Surface: Natural trail, limestone, creek

Small dog area: No

Hours: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Directions Park info

Zilker Park Great Lawn (Off-Leash)

2207 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX 78746

Surface: Grass

Small dog area: No

Hours: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Directions Park info

Dog-Friendly Patios in Barton Creek

Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

79 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: Yes

Dogs welcome in beer garden. Water bowls provided. Small dog run available. Woof Wurst on menu for pups!

Yard Bar

6700 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome throughout venue and dog park area. Water stations everywhere. Truly a dog paradise.

Mozarts Coffee Roasters

3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Patio: Year-round · Dogs inside

Dog menu: Yes

Dogs on patio and briefly inside while ordering. Pup cups available.

Hula Hut

3826 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs on lakeside deck. Water bowls available.

Barton Creek Pet Care Services

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Veterinary Care Near Barton Creek

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (AVES)

24/7

7300 Ranch Rd 2222, Austin, TX 78730

512-331-6121 Visit website

Barton Creek Animal Clinic

Dog License

4201 Westbank Dr, Austin, TX 78746

512-327-1122

Mon-Fri 7:30AM-5:30PM, Sat 8AM-12PM

Westlake Animal Hospital

Dog License

3930 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX 78746

512-328-1440

Mon-Fri 7:30AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-12PM

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