The Houston Dog Park Association is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization
begun in 1998 with the purpose of establishing a network of dog parks
in Houston and the surrounding communities. To that end, the HDPA has
worked to raise public awareness of the benefits and appropriate use
of dog parks and has assisted Harris County and the City of Houston
in the development of the area’s first official parks. While it
has no jurisdiction over the dog parks, the HDPA has been instrumental
in helping Houston become a nationally recognized dog-friendly city.
Now that Houstonians have embraced the concept of dog parks and those dog
parks have been recognized as
the best dog parks in the country (with more
to come), the HDPA continues to serve as an advisor to area dog park
groups as they plan and open their own neighborhood parks.
Through your membership and donations, the HDPA is able to continue
our educational, advisory, and support efforts at local dog-related
events and on our web site. While your financial contribution is important
to us, your volunteer efforts as “a working member” are
invaluable. Join us and help your dog have the time of its life.