Dallas/Fort Worth International
Quick Location Summary
- Terminal A: Gate A29 (Airside), Door A8 Lower Level (Landside)
- Terminal B: Gate B28 (Airside)
- Terminal C: Parking garage near C17 (Landside, temporary due to construction)
- Terminal D: Gate D18 (Airside), Doors D15 & D29 Lower Level (Landside)
- Terminal E: Gate E31 (Airside), Doors E2 & E38 Lower Level (Landside)
Post-Security (Airside)
DFW Airport provides indoor pet relief areas in each of the five terminals located inside security. This means you can access these service animal areas without exiting the terminal or going through security screening again.
Terminal A
- Location: Near Gate A29
- Access: Post-security, no need to exit terminal
Terminal B
- Location: Near Gate B28
- Access: Post-security, no need to exit terminal
Terminal D
- Location: Near Gate D18
- Access: Post-security, no need to exit terminal
Terminal E
- Location: Near Gate E31
- Access: Post-security, no need to exit terminal
Pre-Security (Landside)
Designated outdoor pet relief stations are located outside entry doors on the lower level of each terminal. Note that you will need your boarding pass and appropriate ID for re-entry through security.
Terminal A
- Location: Outside Door A8, lower level
- Access: Pre-security, requires re-screening to return
Terminal C
- Location: Parking garage near C17 (temporary location due to construction)
- Access: Pre-security, requires re-screening to return
Terminal D
- Location: Outside Door D15 and Door D29, lower level
- Access: Pre-security, requires re-screening to return
Terminal E
- Location: Outside Door E2 and Door E38, lower level
- Access: Pre-security, requires re-screening to return
Pet Travel Rules & Requirements
- Leash Requirement: Pets must remain on a leash at all times when visiting DFW Airport
- Eligibility: Only pets with an accompanied ticketed passenger can use the designated dog bathroom areas
- Pet Carriers: Keep appropriate pet carriers on hand for travel
- Law Enforcement Canines: Contact between your pet and Law Enforcement Canines is strictly prohibited. Do not pet working dogs.
Nearby Pet Boarding
Wag Hotels is a premier pet resort for cats and dogs located outside security near the airport, offering: * 24-hour staffing for drop-off and pick-up * Lobby open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for walk-ins and tours * Overnight care while you travel
Navigation Tip
Use DFW's interactive terminal map or the GoodMaps wayfinding app to locate the nearest pet relief area from your gate.