Dog walking in Fort Worth

Western Hills - Ridgelea

Want to give your pup a workout while you’re in Fort Worth? Head on over to ZBonz Dog Park. With obstacle courses, ponds, picnic shelters, and even pet fountains spread across 10 gorgeous acres, ZBonz is fun for the whole family. This off-leash park is also split into separate areas for large and small dogs, so your pooch can play as he pleases! After a long day of frolicking in the fresh grass, treat your pup to a spa day at Metro Animals 2, just down the road from ZBonz. Have a scrumptious steak with your pawesome pal at Buffalo West, where you can enjoy dinner in the sunshine on the restaurant’s covered patio.

Westside/White Settlement

If you’re staying near Westworth Village or White Settlement, treat your pooch to a day of play at Buzz Fence dog park. If you’re planning a visit for October, you can’t miss the annual Dog Days of Fall festival. Your kids can get their faces painted, you can participate in silent auctions, and your pooch can get his nails done, all for a good cause! The festival also offers low-cost vaccinations, in case your pal needs a booster. White Settlement Dog Sitters is nearby, just in case you need someone to watch your pooch for a little while.

Fairmount

Looking to get share some TexMex with your furry friend in Forth Worth? You can find some of Fort Worth’s finest Texan and Mexican fare in Fairmount. Take a Tex Mex tour, and make sure to stop by Esperanza’s Mexican Bakery & Cafe, Chadra Mezza and Grill, and Tina’s Concina, where you and your dog can enjoy real Mexican food on a gorgeous outdoor patio. Want a break from steak? Try a bowl of rabbit ravioli at Lili’s Bistro! Your dog is sure to love it. Fancy some breakfast? Stop by Brewed, home of the best “deconstructed” egg white omelette in Texas.

Arlington Heights

Ever wanted to attend a dog show? You can if you visit Arlington Heights in March! The annual event is hosted by the Fort Worth Kennel Club. If you’re feeling brave, you can even enter your pooch in the show! Afterward, treat him to a visit to Trinity Park, just outside Arlington Heights. If you’ve had enough of trails and dog parks, check out Ye Olde Bull and Bush Pub, an authentic British establishment that’s open all year long. It’s a cozy place to stop for a quick drink on the rare rainy day in Fort Worth, especially since dogs are allowed inside. Your pooch will love being fussed over by the bar staff.

Downtown

Start your stay off right with a relaxing hike through Trinity Trails in Downtown Fort Worth. Want to contribute to a good cause during your stay? Enter the Haven Humane Society’s annual Doggie Dash Fun Run if you’re visiting in March. All proceeds benefit the Haven Humane Society. If you’re not up for a hike or a run, don’t miss out on a visit to Fort Woof Dog Park. Not only is the park’s name puntastic, it’s also puptastic -- Dog Fancy Magazine rated it the best dog park in the country in 2006! If you’re looking for a lazy day, bring your pup along for a paddle tour of the Trinity River if you’re visiting between April and October.