by Cathy | Jul 13, 2026 | Local
Alamo Heights has several solid options for dog owners who want to get outside with their dogs without spending Saturday scrolling Yelp: Cappy’s Restaurant at 5011 Broadway with its oak-canopy patio and staff-provided water bowls, Commonwealth Coffeehouse and Bakery...
by Cathy | Jul 6, 2026 | Local
Alamo Heights (78209) holds two fenced off-leash dog parks, four verified on-leash trail systems, and a walkable street grid connecting residents to parks that most newcomers find only by word of mouth. This guide covers all of them: where they are, what they offer,...
by Cathy | Jun 29, 2026 | Local
National pet safety guides talk about cocoa mulch and lily plants. Those exist here, but they miss most of what actually lands San Antonio pets in the emergency vet. Over 26 years working in backyards across the greater SA area, our team has seen the same six hazards...
by Cathy | Jun 8, 2026 | Local
Alamo Heights is one of the most genuinely dog-friendly places in the San Antonio metro, and it earns that distinction by being an independent incorporated city, not a San Antonio neighborhood. Alamo Heights has operated as its own municipality since 1922, with a...
by Cathy | Jun 5, 2026 | Local
When temperatures in San Antonio climb past 100°F during summer, the pavement beneath your dog’s paws can reach a scorching 145°F or higher. At these temperatures, your dog can suffer severe paw burns in just seconds. The good news: protecting your pet is simple once...
by Cathy | Apr 24, 2026 | Local
San Antonio requires all dogs to be on a leash any time they leave their owner’s property. That applies to public sidewalks, parks, walking trails, and any other area outside your fenced yard. The rule comes from Municode Chapter 5, Article I, Section 5-19 of the San...
