Pet Care in The Heights

Complete guide to dog ownership in The Heights, Houston. T.C. Jester Dog Park, Heights Hike & Bike Trail, dog-friendly patios (Onion Creek, Saint Arnold), local vets, BARC licensing, and top walkability.

By Pawel Kaczmarek •
Excellent Walkability
Ward • 77008, 77009 • Near Heights Hike and Bike Trail, 19th Street Shopping District

Local Tips from The Heights Dog Owners

  • Heights Hike and Bike Trail is the neighborhood's daily dog-walking highway
  • T.C. Jester Dog Park is the go-to; weekday mornings are least crowded
  • 19th Street shops often have water bowls out for passing pups
  • The Heights has one of Houston's densest concentrations of dog owners

Dog Parks in The Heights

T.C. Jester Dog Park

4201 W T C Jester Blvd, Houston, TX 77018

Surface: Grass and dirt

Small dog area: Yes

Hours: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Johnny Steele Dog Park

2929 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019

Surface: Grass and gravel

Small dog area: Yes

Hours: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Directions Park info

Dog-Friendly Patios in The Heights

Onion Creek Cafe

3106 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on patio. Water bowls always out. Treats sometimes available from staff.

Saint Arnold Brewing Company

2000 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome in outdoor beer garden. Water bowls available. Leashed only.

Barnaby's Cafe Heights

414 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019

Patio: Year-round

Dog menu: No

Dogs welcome on patio. Water bowls provided.

The Heights Pet Care Services

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Veterinary Care Near The Heights

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

24/7

8042 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024

713-693-1111 Visit website

Heights Hospital for Animals

922 W 18th St, Houston, TX 77008

713-864-9700

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

Urban Animal Veterinary Hospital

1721 Yale St, Houston, TX 77008

713-999-6481

Mon-Fri 7:30AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-2PM

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