The eastern side of the Bay is world-renowned for its dog-friendly outdoor recreation. It’s also home to amazing animal welfare organizations that have cared for furry friends for several generations. Two standout organizations are celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2024. The East Bay Regional Park District, the largest of its kind in the U.S., turns 90. A short distance away, the East Bay SPCA turns 150! It’s one of the oldest such organizations in the country, and one of the region’s most innovative.
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Hiking Joaquin Miller Park. Photo by Visit Oakland.
Sunset calls Oakland “a diverse cultural hub in the heart of the Bay Area,” with art, culinary attractions and activities that promise fun for all ages. Read more.
Bark and Meow Around the Block
Poster by Berkeley Humane.
Berkeley Humane’s biggest annual adopt-a-thon and family-friendly event, Bark & Meow Around the Block, will return on Saturday, August 26, 2023!
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Photo by ARF.
Join the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) at their annual Animals on Broadway fundraiser on May 7 at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek.
ARF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals in the Bay Area. By attending this event, participants will not only enjoy a day of fun with their furry friends but also support the organization's vital work.
Read more.Hotels with a pup-friendly pedigree
Hunter at an Oakland dog-friendly hotel. Photo by Visit Oakland.
Oakland hotels extend a warm welcome to four-legged family members, whether you choose a trendsetting boutique property or stylish resort. Read more.
