Taking a dog around Nashville isn\u2019t as difficult as it might sound. There are plenty of places to stop, walk, sit outside and let a dog burn off some energy. The only thing that can make it difficult is trying to do too much in one day. Nashville gets busy. Some areas are loud. Some streets are packed with people. And after a few hours of that, even a very social dog can be ready for a quiet corner and a drink of water. So, the easiest approach is to leave some space in the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the dog needs to run, Two Rivers Dog Park<\/strong> is one of the obvious places to start. It\u2019s a big one, with about seven acres of fenced space. There are open areas, some wooded space and a walking loop. That can be useful before heading somewhere busier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Centennial Park<\/strong> is another option, especially if the rest of the day is going to be spent around central Nashville. It\u2019s close to the Parthenon and has a separate area for smaller dogs. For dogs that don\u2019t love being thrown into a group of much larger dogs, that separate space can make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then there\u2019s Fair Park Dog Park<\/strong> on Branford Avenue. The artificial turf is handy after a rainy day when muddy paws aren\u2019t exactly part of the plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Park hours and rules can change, so check Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation before heading over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A dog doesn\u2019t necessarily need a dog park every day. Sometimes a long walk is enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shelby Bottoms Greenway<\/strong> is a good one for this. It\u2019s in East Nashville and runs along the Cumberland River, with a mix of paved and unpaved trails. There\u2019s plenty going on around the trail for a dog to investigate, which usually makes the walk more interesting than simply walking along a pavement-heavy city street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For a more serious walk, Percy Warner Park<\/strong> is worth a look. The trails go through wooded and hilly areas, so this is the better choice for dogs that actually enjoy hiking. Keep the leash on, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Nashville Greenways site is useful for checking routes before leaving. It can save a bit of wandering around trying to figure out where a particular trail starts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is probably one of the easier parts of visiting Nashville with a dog. A lot of places have outdoor seating, although it\u2019s still worth checking the rules before turning up with a dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TailGate Brewery<\/strong> has large outdoor patios and several locations around Nashville. It\u2019s the sort of place that works well after a walk when everyone needs food and a bit of a sit-down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then there\u2019s Urban Dog Bar<\/strong>, which is a little different. Dogs can use the indoor and outdoor off-leash areas while their owners get food and drinks. Not every dog needs somewhere like that, of course. Some are perfectly happy lying underneath a patio table while everyone eats. And honestly, that\u2019s often easier than trying to fit another activity into the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One thing that probably shouldn\u2019t become part of the holiday is changing the dog\u2019s food. Travel already means a different environment, different smells, different sleeping arrangements and usually a different schedule. There\u2019s no real reason to add a sudden diet change on top of all that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pack the food they\u2019re already used to. Bring the usual treats too. A familiar water bowl can help as well, especially for dogs that are fussy about new things. For smaller breeds, keeping the same food is even more useful when they\u2019re already doing well on a particular diet. Packing the usual dog food for smalled dogs<\/a> means there\u2019s no need to start experimenting with different food while away from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And don\u2019t forget the usual stuff. Waste bags. Water. A leash that actually works. Any medication. A towel. The towel will probably come in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOr Just Go for a Walk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Food, Drinks and a Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep Their Food the Same<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nashville Weather Is Another Thing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n