Austin, Texas
Holy snarf bones, Austin is the best! This town rolls out the red carpet for pups. There are plenty of dog-friendly, super cool resorts for me to rest my head. I was treated like a Kardashian at all the restaurants and my folks LOVED the food and cocktails. There were also numerous activities and shopping opportunities. Pro tip: we went in late May. It can get hot on your paws, so you may want to invest in some dog booties. Below are my list of top resorts, restaurants, and activities.
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Dog-Friendly Resorts
1. Hotel Ella
Super beautiful old mansion hotel. Very close to the University of Texas and the 6th Street entertainment district. I felt like I stepped back in time. The hotel was very elegant with great historic charm. Perks include: Pet beds, bowls, and grassy areas on property to do your business. Bonus Points: No pet fee and no size restrictions.
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2. Lake Austin Spa Resort
This place is baller AF! What can I say, I’m boujee. This place was fantastic. Perks include: dog beds, bowls, homemade treats and dog life jackets for the water fun. If you are willing to venture outside downtown Austin, this place is the bacon. Lake Austin is beautiful. Worth it!
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3. Hotel Van Zandt
Love this posh hotel. Its located in the heart of Austin next to all the best restaurants and shopping. Steps from Rainey Street with patios and tons of places to poop. Bonus Points: NO PET FEE & NO SIZE LIMIT. Shot out to my big ole friends.
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4. The LINE Austin
The Line Austin is in a great location in Austin right along Lady Bird Lake. Perfect for walks along the water. Perks include: Water dishes, dog treats, and walking maps. Bonus Points: No pet fee. They even allow cats and birds!
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5. Austin Proper Hotel
Austin Proper Hotel is so gorgeous! It is from the Mariott family. Incredibly well designed and super pup friendly in a great location in 2nd Street District. Super luxurious hotel and rooms. Perks: Dog beds and bowls. They do have a pet fee, but 10% is donated to Austin Pets Alive.
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Dog-Friendly Dining
1. Yamas Greek Kitchen & Bar
Yamas Greek Kitchen is one of the most beatiful restaurants and dog-friendly patios you can find. The food and drinks are insanely good. They even made me a doggie plate. ❤️❤️❤️ this place.
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2. Intersteller BBQ
My mom went to the University of Texas and has had her share of Texas BBQ and loved Interstellar. We had to try this Michelin-rated BBQ. We went on a Wednesday at 10:30 and still waited a little over an hour to get our order in, but it was worth it. Not much to the ambiance, but they did let me inside the restaurant vs. relegating us to the patio, which was nice.
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3. Cosmic Saltillo
Hands down one of the coolest patios I’ve ever been on. Amazing street art, nice big fans, and a water feature. They even have a dog station with poop bags, water bowls and clean water. My parents LOVED the food and coctails.
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4. Quince Lakehouse Austin
Quince Lakehouse Austin is located right on the water and gave us an amazing view of the lake and sunset. The restaurant had a great vibe and energy. Loved that they let me sit on the inside with my folks.
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5. Aba Restaurant
Located on South Congress, this restaurant was INCREDIBLE! I got so much love from the other patrons and staff and my folks loved the food and wine. The inside is beatiful, but the outside is even more amazing. The food and atmospher were both A+.
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6. Loudmouth
Loudmouth Pizza not only has one of the best patios in Austin for pups, but also has THE most delishious pizza and sandwiches.
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Activities
1. Inner Diva Studios Puppy Yoga
Ok, so technically I wasn’t allowed to attend the Puppy Yoga, but for my dog obsessed mom, my parents were able to work on their downward dog will being smuthered in puppies. The puppies were all available from a local shelter. As a fellow rescue, I appreciate this cause.
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Products
1. DcOaGt Dog Shoes
Austin is such an incredible city but it gets HOT in the summer. That pavement can be a bitch on my little dog paws. I’ve tried these out and they work great on hot pavement, mud, and gravel. I’ll be honest. When my parents first put these on me, I was like WTF. I’m freaking out. I walked funny for a few minutes but then got used to them. Give them a try. You will thank me.
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