When taking the pooch out for a stroll, dog owners seek a setting with interesting smells and varied terrain, not to mention shade. The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center embodies all those characteristics and more. With miles of winding trails that range from the wide and flat to the narrow and undulating, the arboretum provides a perfect place for the pup to enjoy a spirited walk while the owner gets in some exercise in a tranquil and tree-covered setting. Were it not for the occasional rumble of 610 traffic in the background, you might forget you're in the big city.