Pet Care in South Congress (SoCo)

Complete guide to dog ownership in South Congress (SoCo), Austin. Auditorium Shores off-leash area, Norwood Estate dog park, iconic dog-friendly patios (Jo's, Perla's, Cosmic Coffee), and local vets.

By Pawel Kaczmarek •
Excellent Walkability
Ward • 78704 • Near South Congress Avenue, Auditorium Shores

Local Tips from South Congress (SoCo) Dog Owners

  • Jo's Coffee patio is ground zero for Austin dog culture - expect to meet every breed imaginable
  • Auditorium Shores is unfenced and near busy roads - solid recall essential
  • Norwood Estate dog park is the better choice for dogs who need fencing
  • South Congress sidewalks are very crowded on weekends - not ideal for reactive dogs

Dog Parks in South Congress (SoCo)

Auditorium Shores Off-Leash Area

800 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Surface: Grass

Small dog area: No

Hours: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Norwood Estate Dog Park

1009 Edgecliff Terrace, Austin, TX 78704

Surface: Grass, dirt

Small dog area: Yes

Hours: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Dog-Friendly Patios in South Congress (SoCo)

Jo's Coffee

1300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on front patio and courtyard. Water bowls available. THE dog-watching spot in Austin.

Perla's Seafood & Oyster Bar

1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on large shaded patio. Water bowls provided. One of the prettiest patios in Austin.

Home Slice Pizza

1415 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on sidewalk patio seating. Water bowls available.

Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden

121 Pickle Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome throughout the entire outdoor space. Water stations available. One of the most dog-friendly venues in Austin.

South Congress (SoCo) Pet Care Services

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Veterinary Care Near South Congress (SoCo)

MedVet Austin

24/7

12400 N Interstate 35, Building B, Austin, TX 78753

737-931-0345 Visit website

South Congress Veterinary Clinic

Dog License

3300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

512-442-7444

Mon-Fri 7:30AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-1PM

Thrive Pet Healthcare (South Austin)

Dog License

529 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704

512-900-3769

Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 9AM-3PM

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