After a hike in the East Bay Regional Parks, the Tri-Valley region is the perfect place to refuel. Three dozen dog-friendly wineries, 14 craft breweries and two dozen pet-welcoming hotels make it easy to extend your adventure.
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San Francisco may be the most dog-friendly big city anywhere. Crissy Field, Fort Funston and Bernal Heights Park offer off-leash romps with stunning views, while the Presidio, Golden Gate Park and waterfront trails provide on-leash adventures.
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The SF SPCA Veterinary Hospital on its Mission Campus is the second largest animal care facility in North America. Accredited by the AAHA, it offers routine checkups, dental work, diagnostics and emergency care, with all profits supporting animals in need.
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Leptospirosis cases are on the rise in the Bay Area, and this bacterial disease found in standing water can cause serious liver and kidney damage in dogs. A veterinarian explains vaccination options, warning signs and why early treatment is critical.
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Muttville Senior Dog Rescue saved 912 older dogs in 2016 and earned founder Sherri Franklin a Top 10 CNN Heroes nomination. Their Cuddle Club connects dog-deprived San Franciscans with senior pups for some mutually rewarding quality time.
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PyrPaw Rescue and the West Coast Great Pyrenees Foundation work to keep these big, fluffy working dogs in loving homes. From emergency rescues to training support for struggling owners, they're building a safety net for Great Pyrenees across the region.
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Mendocino County's wineries produce excellent whites alongside their reds, and many welcome dogs right into their tasting rooms. Family-owned spots along Highway 101 and the scenic Highway 128 Wine Trail treat your pup like part of the family.
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The Sonoma Coast offers dog-friendly hideaways from Bodega Bay to Sea Ranch, where you can fall asleep to the sound of the Pacific. Cozy inns, vacation rentals and blufftop cottages put sandy beaches and coastal trails right outside your door.
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The town of Sonoma charms with its historic plaza, dog-friendly sidewalk cafes and walkable tasting rooms. Stroll to nearby wineries, treat your pup at Three Dog Bakery and finish with dinner at a top-rated patio restaurant.
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California's 840-mile coastline has some wonderful off-leash beaches for dogs who love chasing waves. From Mendocino's Seaside Beach to Carmel's famous strand, Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur and Coronado Dog Beach in San Diego, here are top picks by region.
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No tent? No problem. From dog-friendly KOA cabins near Petaluma and Watsonville to Casini Ranch on the Russian River, these soft-camping options let you and your pup enjoy the outdoors without a full gear kit.
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Expecting a baby? Start preparing your dog now. A veterinary behaviorist from the San Francisco SPCA shares tips on establishing new routines, setting boundaries with baby gates and helping your pup adjust calmly before and after the baby arrives.
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