Pet Friendly Events and Activities in Amarillo, Texas

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This is an ever-changing, complementary guide for pet owners living in or visiting the Amarillo, TX, and surrounding area.

MuttFest

This local Amarillo event is put on annually by the Amarillo SPCA. Pet-friendly businesses and vendors often come out to show support for the Amarillo animal community.

MuttFest Amarillo, TX Activities include:Amarillo Pet Friendly Events

  • Contests and prizes
  • Food and beverages
  • Vendor booths for pet-friendly fun and shopping
  • A vaccine clinic
  • And more!

Learn more about MuttFest

Texas Tech University Barks & Recreation Pet-Friendly Event

Each year, TTU brings dogs and cats from Amarillo Animal Management and Welfare to its teaching hospital. At the end of each school year, they host an adoption event to help these animals find loving homes. These animals are well-cared for, have received appropriate veterinary care, and are matched with homes based on a variety of factors.

Fast CAT

Hosted locally by Panhandle Kennel Club, Fast CAT®, which stands for Coursing Ability Test, is a timed 100-yard dash where dogs run one at a time, chasing a lure. It’s over before you know it and it’s nothing short of awe-inspiring to watch your dog run at top speed. And if your dog is really fast, you might earn bragging rights if their name makes it onto the list of top 20 fastest dogs by breed!  All dogs can participate in Fast CAT, whether purebred or mixed breed.

Excerpt from AKC.org

Barn Hunt

“Rat catchers” rid farms of destructive vermin – and the hunting and teamwork skills required to do so are the foundation of the sport of Barn Hunt. Dogs and their handlers work as a team to locate and mark rats (safely held in aerated tubes) hidden in a maze of straw or hay bales.

Some breeds are specifically created to fill this role, but as long as your dog can fit through an 18″ wide by bale-height tall tunnel, he’s eligible! Barn Hunt tests the nose, speed, agility, and surefootedness of dogs that have a history of above-ground vermin hunting.

Excerpt from AKC.org

Learn more about Barn Hunt

Panhandle Kennel Club Dog Show

The PKC is a non-profit organization formed to advance the interests of purebred dog breeds and educate our community on responsible dog ownership. Visit their Facebook page for additional details regarding event times.

Sod Poodles Bark in the Park

For fans who wish to join a Amarillo Sod Poodles game with their four-legged friend, Bark in the Park is the perfect night out! "Pooch Passes" are now available for purchase. This includes a ticket on our lawn and the ability to bring your pooch into the stadium! Pooch passes are required for all dogs to enter the ballpark.

Learn more about the Amarillo Sod Poodles

Summer Farmers Markets

Autumn Trunk Or Treats

Annual Vaccine Drive

Pet Friendly Patios

Locally Owned Pet Spots

The Best Walking Spots

Dog Parks

Southeast Park

This fenced park offers separate areas for small and large dogs, benches, and shade trees.

Willow Vista Park

This park features a table for visitors and is open 24/7.

Nature Trails

Wildcat Bluff Nature Center

Explore two miles of trails with your leashed dog. Remember to bring waste bags.

The Best Photo-Op

Grab some super cute pictures of you and your furry friend at one of many of Amarillo's favorite tourist and photo-op spots! Psst, don't forget to tag us! #SwannSelfies