The East Bay is rich with dog-friendly parks, from the volcanic trails at Sibley Reserve to off-leash romps at Point Isabel with Golden Gate views. Redwood Regional Park, Briones, and Shoreline Park round out the lineup.
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Fall rains bring mushrooms to lawns and trails, and many are toxic to dogs. Symptoms range from nausea to liver failure and can appear within 30 minutes. Rush to the vet with a damp sample if ingested.
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The East Bay Regional Parks are a magnet for dog lovers, offering off-leash trails, beaches, lakeside camping, and wide-open spaces across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. But a master plan update could bring tighter leash restrictions to these beloved parks.
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BADRAP, the Oakland-based pit bull rescue and advocacy group, has spent over two decades helping bully breeds land in loving homes. Known nationally for saving Michael Vick's dogs, they also offer free training classes.
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The East Bay Regional Park District spans over 100,000 acres across 65 parks, with most areas open to dogs. Start at Tilden Regional Park in the Berkeley Hills for panoramic views and woodland trails.
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