Dog walking in Hickory Withe

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Midtown

The Midtown neighborhood in Memphis is located 34 miles west of Hickory Withe, but the drive is definitely worth it for Overton Bark Park. This fully fenced enclosure gives midtown Memphis dogs a chance to run and play leash-free. The entire dog park has 1.3 acres of mulch-covered space for exercise and socialization. Smaller dogs have their own separate fenced area. Dogs have water fountains, and human companions have benches from which to watch their pups. The dog park supplies waste baggies for those necessary cleanups, and is open from sunrise to sunset.

Germantown

Germantown is 21 miles south of Hickory Withe. Forgey Dog Park is a fully fenced space for dogs to run and play sans leash. Smaller dogs have their own separate space. The dog park’s ground is mostly grass. There are drinking fountains specially designed so a dog and his person can take a drink at the same time. Human companions have benches to sit on while watching their pups. Doggie waste bags are available at this dog park. The city requires registration and an annual fee to use the dog park. Nonresidents have to pay a higher fee. All applicants must also watch a safety video. This dog park is open from dawn to dusk year round.

East Memphis

The neighborhood of East Memphis is approximately 35 miles south of Hickory Withe. The Memphis Dog Park (within Tobey Park) is a fully fenced dog park that has two areas for pups to run and play leash-free. The large dog area has one acre of mostly grass for dogs to sniff out a pal or two. There are pieces of agility equipment to add to the exercise and fun. The smaller dogs have a half of acre just for them. A few benches are positioned along the perimeter of the dog park for the human companions. Doggie waste bags are supplied by the dog park. There is no water on-site, though, so you’ll need to bring your own. 

Collierville

Collierville is 19 miles south of Hickory Withe. Collierville offers people and their dogs places to stay and visit. The Days Inn & Suites welcomes up to two dogs of any size for an additional charge of $10 per dog per night. Hampton Inn rolls a red carpet out to you and your pups for an additional fee of $50 per stay. Hampton Inn allows up to two dogs under fifty pounds. Collierville also has a couple of dog-friendly places for a person with a sweet tooth. City Hall Cheesecake serves up a variety of freshly baked cheesecakes. Patrons may eat their cheesecake at dog-friendly outdoor tables. The Donut Hutt is another option, offering freshly baked donuts for you and Fido at its dog-friendly outdoor tables.