Operating out of Galveston Texas, BayWatch Dolphon Tours provide hour long cruises along Galveston Harbor. Their wildlife tours are inexpensive and informative. BayWatch Dolphin Tours welcomes dogs, and even let them ride free of charge.
Eight Mile Beach has free beach parking, horse rentals and about 1 mile of beach where leashes are optional. Many of the locals take their dogs to run there. To get there, take Hwy 87 (Seawall Blvd.) There is a stoplight at Eight Mile Road, (Look for the horse rental billboard), turn left, the beach is less than 1/4 mile off the highway. Bring your own water.
Offering gourmet hamburgers, fresh seafood, ice cream, fresh-baked desserts and bread, an arcade, Tiki Bar and a doggie bar fresh water . The Spot is outdoor dining at its best, featuring one of Galveston’s largest open air decks overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico! The only restaurant on Galveston Island featuring outdoor dining with tv’s, & you can bring your dog, they have a doggie bar fresh water. http://www.thespotgalveston.com/