Pup-friendly festivals are popping up across California this summer and fall. From Puptopia in Big Bear to Bark & Meow in Berkeley and winery fundraisers in Napa, these events bring dog lovers together while supporting rescue and animal welfare groups.
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Napa Humane supports pets and their families through spay/neuter clinics, dog training classes, behavior hotlines and safety-net programs. Their summer calendar features community mixers, Dine & Donate nights and a pet photo calendar contest.
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Vacaville offers affordable pet-friendly hotels with easy access to Napa, Sonoma and Suisun Valley wineries. Stay for less, sip world-class wines, and enjoy dog parks, patio dining and public art with your pup along the way.
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From Vacaville, three renowned wine regions are within easy reach. Sample Suisun Valley's undiscovered gems, visit dog-welcoming Sonoma wineries like Mutt Lynch and Cline Cellars, or sip sparkling wine at Napa's Domaine Chandon.
Read moreNapa Humane's annual Pawsport offers more than $1,100 in perks for just $75 during March. Two-for-one wine tastings, restaurant discounts, and lodging deals make it a great value supporting Napa Humane's programs.
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Team DogTrekker spotlights two spring fundraisers that support California animal welfare. Napa Humane's Pawsport unlocks wine, dining and hotel deals from 30-plus businesses, while Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk and Run raises funds for Southern California wildfire relief.
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This holiday season, support California's dog rescue and adoption organizations. From Napa Humane to Rocket Dog Rescue, here are our favorite groups working to give every pup a loving home.
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Fall in California brings a wave of dog-friendly events, from the Pismo Beach Corgi Getaway and Berkeley Humane's adopt-a-thon to DogFest Northwest in Oakland, Bark in the Park in San Jose, and Halloween costume contests in Big Bear Village.
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Napa Humane's pet photo contest gives you the chance to feature your dog in their 2025 calendar while supporting low-cost spay and neuter services, vaccine clinics and microchipping in Napa County.
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Owning a dog brings real health benefits, from lower blood pressure and better weight management to reduced stress and stronger social connections. Dog owners are four times more likely to meet weekly exercise goals.
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Pleasant Hill in Contra Costa County offers dog-friendly wineries, off-leash parks, scenic trails and a welcoming downtown with patio dining. Nearby regional parks and nature preserves round out a perfect East Bay outing with your pup.
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DogTrekker's California Photo Contest invites you to photograph your dog at the state's most scenic spots. From Big Sur cliffs and Yosemite trails to San Francisco landmarks, here are top locations for stunning pup portraits. Are you a proud dog…
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