Discover These Pet-friendly Courses And Tips To Keep The Fun While You And Your Dog Are On The Course
Walk and have a tee time with your dog in these pet-friendly golf courses
Nov 7, 2019, 6:34 am
Discover These Pet-friendly Courses And Tips To Keep The Fun While You And Your Dog Are On The Course
Dog on the course
There aren't many things in life that beat a cool crisp fall or winter round when the grass is freshly cut and the course is ready to play. The only thing that can make it better is walking or playing a round with your dog beside you. These dog-friendly courses bring the best of golf and the company of your dog to a round on the links.
Located in the wooded areas of central Maine, this course dog-friendly was born out of necessity for golfers. Many of the rentals don't allow unattended dogs on the property.
Well behaved dogs can even stay off-leash! The only time they will need to stay by the cart is when putting, some dogs have been known to dig. Enjoy the lush wooded areas with a scenic round of golf and a long walk with your dog.
Part of the allure of The Goodwood Estate is the tradition of dogs on golf courses. Since 1697, dogs have been allowed to walk the course with their owners. The two championships eighteen-hole golf courses provide golfers a unique experience.
An emphasis at the golf club makes sure each dog is comfortable. Many of the holes have water and food bowls tended by the club members. After finishing your round on one of the pristine courses, treat your best friend to the clubs restaurant where you both can enjoy a meal simultaneously.
Only a short distance from Myrtle Beach South Carolina lies the 19th century True Blue Golf Course. Located near the beach in the low country of the southeast, this dog-friendly course welcomes golfers to iconic scenery and a one of a kind clubhouse.
Make sure to book your tee time outside of peak season because this area is packed during summer months and your dog won't be able to join you!
A nine-hole course located near the beach of Newport Oregon, this course challenges golfers and welcomes dogs. Once you and Fido have finished your round, treat yourselves to Agate Beach Golf Course Cafe where you both can enjoy a meal.
After finishing a round and a good meal, enjoy the natural ocean scenery at the nearby Agate Beach State Recreation Site.
While on the course your dog will likely want to run and play. Here are a few tips to keep them occupied and happy on the course.
This is fun to do with any type of hard treat that won't break on impact. Simply have your dog sit away from your swing and take a high lofted club and hit treats up in the air for them to catch.
Using a racquet or tennis ball, have your dog sit near you and hit the ball with middle to long iron and have them chase it downrange.
These golf courses understand the importance of dogs in the lives of their owners. A round of golf is only more enjoyable when you have your best friend following you by your side. The unconditional affection that comes from a dog will make any tee shot or errant shot more enjoyable. To make sure both of you enjoy the tee time, give your dog a nice meal before you both go to the course and hit the ball. You can also find some dog-friendly patios in Houston that you and your dog might enjoy when you visit the city.
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Jeremy Peña had three hits to extend his hitting streak to 12 games, Colton Gordon got his first major league win and the Houston Astros defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-2 on Friday night.
Christian Walker drove in a pair of runs in the fifth inning and Brendan Rodgers added a solo shot in the sixth as the Astros improved to 3-1 on their six-game road trip.
Progressive overload.#BuiltForThis pic.twitter.com/csk8tFHxKu
— Houston Astros (@astros) June 7, 2025
Gordon (1-1), who was making his fifth start, allowed one run on seven hits and struck out five. The left-hander was an eighth-round pick in the 2021 amateur draft.
Josh Hader recorded his 17th save, tied for second in the American League.
David Fry homered for the Guardians, who have dropped three of four. Carlos Santana had his 14-game hitting streak snapped.
It is the second hitting streak this season of at least 10 games for Peña. The shortstop is batting .449 (22 of 49) with three home runs and six RBIs during his current run.
On the board! pic.twitter.com/fbUnQOWE2Y
— Houston Astros (@astros) June 7, 2025
Houston took the lead with three runs in the fifth off Cleveland starter Logan Allen (3-4). Peña scored from second on a deep infield single by Jose Altuve and Walker drove in a pair with a base hit to right.
Making things happen!
Astros lead 3-0 pic.twitter.com/mybMfve9V4
— Houston Astros (@astros) June 7, 2025
Cleveland had a chance to do some damage in the first inning, but Angel Martínez and José Ramírez were thrown out at second by Houston left fielder Mauricio Dubón when they tried to extend base hits into doubles.
Need a reason to #VoteDubi?#AllStrosGame⭐️ https://t.co/W06pfHQMR1 pic.twitter.com/8NNJmb1qHU
— Houston Astros (@astros) June 6, 2025
Dubón joined Toronto's Addison Barger as outfielders with a pair of assists in one inning this season.
"Wanna see me do it again?" -Dubi#VoteDubi ⭐️ https://t.co/W06pfHRkGz pic.twitter.com/5V3vBQPqTi
— Houston Astros (@astros) June 6, 2025
Houston's struggles with the bases loaded continues. The Astros were 0 for 2 Friday night and are last in the majors with a .146 batting average.
Houston RHP Hunter Brown (8-3, 1.83 ERA) is tied for the AL lead in wins. Cleveland will go with RHP Gavin Williams (5-3, 3.79 ERA).