Pet-Friendly Flower Mound: Parks, Patios & Services

Welcome to Pet-Friendly Flower Mound

Flower Mound has quietly become one of the more accommodating towns in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for pet owners, with a dedicated off-leash dog park, a growing number of patio-friendly restaurants, and locally rooted grooming and veterinary options. Whether you just moved here with a dog in tow or you are looking to branch out beyond your usual routine, this guide covers the real options worth knowing about.

Hound Mound Dog Park: The Off-Leash Anchor

For anyone with a dog in Flower Mound, Hound Mound Dog Park at Heritage Park is the starting point. The town-operated, 5-acre off-leash facility features separate areas for small and large dogs, hybrid Bermuda turf with irrigation, seating areas, water fountains, pet waste stations, and 40 lighted and video-monitored parking spaces. The park is open daily from 7 a.m. to dusk, with Wednesdays reserved for maintenance.

A few rules worth knowing before your first visit: dogs must have current vaccinations and identification, and each owner may bring a maximum of two dogs. Arriving on a weekday morning tends to mean a quieter experience if your dog does better with fewer distractions.

Pet-Friendly Patios: Where to Eat and Drink With Your Dog

Texas state law, effective September 1, 2019, allows food establishments to permit pets on outdoor patios with minimal regulatory burden, which means Flower Mound’s patio scene has more options than many residents realize. The following spots have been confirmed as welcoming to well-behaved dogs.

The Tavern at Lakeside has one of the more expansive outdoor setups in town, with large covered patio areas equipped with heaters and fans. It is a solid choice for weekend brunch or an evening out when the weather cooperates.

Underdogs Burgers and Brews, located on the River Walk in Flower Mound, serves smash-style burgers made with 100 percent Texas Wagyu beef and offers a pet-friendly patio alongside their indoor dining room. The River Walk setting makes it a natural stop after a walk along that corridor.

CLINK Wine Bar and Bites is a dog-friendly option where your pet can join you at an outdoor table on a covered patio. Their menu leans tapas-style, with flatbreads, charcuterie, salads, and desserts, plus wine by the glass or bottle, beer on tap, and cider.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop welcomes dogs on its covered patio and serves Mexican food, beer, and margaritas across breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with all-day breakfast available throughout.

For something lighter, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream at Flower Mound Town Center is worth a visit with your dog. They offer a dedicated dog menu of frozen treat cups, and baby cones are a popular order for four-legged companions. With 48 handmade flavors made according to a recipe dating to 1945, there is plenty for the humans in the group as well.

Grooming Services With Local Roots

Love Your Pet has been a locally and family-owned grooming and boarding operation in Flower Mound since 2005, serving both dogs and cats. Most grooming appointments are completed within three to four hours, which makes it manageable to drop off in the morning and pick up before lunch.

Main Street Veterinary Hospital also offers grooming through an all-breed groomer with more than 20 years of experience. Because it operates within a veterinary practice, the staff already knows your pet’s health history, which can make the grooming experience more comfortable for anxious animals.

Veterinary Care in and Around Flower Mound

Main Street Veterinary Hospital, accessible at mainstreetpets.com/services/grooming for grooming inquiries, is a full-service option for Flower Mound residents who want their vet and groomer under one roof.

For families looking for a facility with a broader range of services, Riverwalk Pet Hospital and Resort in nearby Grapevine draws patients from across the area. It is a privately owned, Fear Free certified facility, meaning its design and protocols are specifically aimed at reducing the stress many pets associate with veterinary visits. Services include medical care, vaccinations, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, acupuncture, boarding, grooming, and dog daycare.

Practical Tips for Pet Owners in Flower Mound

A few things that help Flower Mound pet owners avoid common friction points. Always call ahead to confirm current hours before visiting any park, patio, or service provider, since hours shift seasonally and without much notice online. At Hound Mound, bring proof of vaccinations if you are visiting for the first time, as the park does enforce the requirement. And because the Texas patio law gives individual establishments the right to allow or refuse pets at their discretion, a quick check before arriving with your dog at any restaurant is a good habit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hound Mound Dog Park open every day?

Hound Mound Dog Park at Heritage Park is open daily from 7 a.m. to dusk, with the exception of Wednesdays, which are reserved for maintenance. Confirming the schedule on the town’s official page before a visit is always a good idea.

What do I need to bring to Hound Mound for my dog?

Dogs must have current identification and up-to-date vaccinations to enter. Each owner is permitted a maximum of two dogs at one time.

Which Flower Mound restaurants allow dogs on their patios?

Confirmed pet-friendly patio options in Flower Mound include The Tavern at Lakeside, Underdogs Burgers and Brews on the River Walk, CLINK Wine Bar and Bites, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, and Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream at Flower Mound Town Center. Texas law allows food establishments to permit pets outdoors, so additional spots may also welcome well-behaved dogs.

Where can I get my dog groomed in Flower Mound?

Love Your Pet is a locally owned grooming and boarding service that has operated in Flower Mound since 2005 and handles both dogs and cats. Main Street Veterinary Hospital also offers grooming through an experienced all-breed groomer on staff.