Pet Care in Zilker

Complete guide to dog ownership in Zilker, Austin. Zilker Park off-leash Great Lawn, Red Bud Isle swimming, Barton Creek Greenbelt, dog-friendly patios on Barton Springs Rd, local vets, and summer heat safety tips.

By Pawel Kaczmarek •
Ward • 78704 • Near Zilker Metropolitan Park, Barton Creek Greenbelt

Local Tips from Zilker Dog Owners

  • Zilker Great Lawn is off-leash but unfenced - strong recall essential near Barton Springs Rd
  • Red Bud Isle can have toxic blue-green algae in summer - check Austin Watershed alerts before visiting
  • Barton Creek Greenbelt swimming holes (Sculpture Falls, Twin Falls) are on-leash but dogs can swim
  • ACL Festival (Oct) and Trail of Lights (Dec) close Zilker to dogs - plan alternative walks

Dog Parks in Zilker

Zilker Metropolitan Park Off-Leash Area

2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Surface: Grass

Small dog area: No

Hours: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Red Bud Isle Off-Leash Park

3401 Redbud Trail, Austin, TX 78746

Surface: Natural trail, shoreline

Small dog area: No

Hours: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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Dog-Friendly Patios in Zilker

Shady Grove

1624 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on large outdoor patio. Water bowls available. Leashed dogs only.

Chuy's (Barton Springs)

1728 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round · Heated

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on covered patio. Staff often brings water bowls. Festive atmosphere.

Barkin' Creek Dog Kitchen & Bath

2715 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Patio: Year-round · Dogs inside

Dog menu: Yes

Dogs welcome inside and outside. Purpose-built for dogs and their humans.

Zilker Pet Care Services

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Veterinary Care Near Zilker

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (AVES)

24/7

7300 Ranch Rd 2222, Austin, TX 78730

512-331-6121 Visit website

ZippiVet South Lamar

Dog License

2120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

512-514-1118

Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat-Sun 9AM-5PM

Bluebonnet Animal Hospital (South Lamar)

Dog License

2414-B S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

512-441-3192

Mon-Fri 7AM-6PM

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