Bark in the Park

Photo by Bark in the Park.

Grab your best friend and a leash and head to Bark in the Park Saturday, September 21 at William Street Park in downtown San Jose! Dogs and their people will have a great time at the largest dog festival in the United States with more than 15,000 dog lovers and 3,900 dogs. Money raised from Bark in the Park benefits local community and pet-focused organizations. Read more.

Don’t miss Bark in the Park

Person taking photo of dog in costume at Bark in the Park, San Jose

Photo by Bark in the Park.

Bark in the Park is back on September 16 at William Street Park in San Jose from 10am to 5pm. Bark is the Park is the largest dog festival in the United States with fun for the entire family, including the dog!

Grab your best friend and a leash and join us for Bark’s 25th year! Enjoy an all-day, outdoor family friendly event. Dogs and their best friends will have a great time.

Special events for you and your dog

Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

DogTrekkers are a giving bunch as witnessed by their support for the adoption/rescue community through donations, volunteering, and attendance at Read more.

Plan a great Gilroy getaway with your dog

Follow your nose (as well as your dog’s) to the Garlic Capital of the World! Gilroy California is a great place for a getaway with your four-legged friend. You’ll find plenty of dog-friendly places to stay, including hotels and RV parks, with room to run around and relax. Gilroy also has many dog-friendly restaurants and wineries that welcome pets in outdoor areas. And there are numerous hiking trails and parks for you to explore together. Here are some of our favorite places to play, stay and dine in Gilroy: Sit and stay: dog-friendly hotels and RV parks in Gilroy, CA Eat, drink and be hairy: dog-friendly restaurants and wineries in Gilroy, CA Go take a hike: dog-friendly trails and parks in Gilroy, CA Read more.

Eat, drink and be hairy: Dog-friendly restaurants and wineries in Gilroy, CA

Gilroy is fortunate to have many dog-friendly restaurants and wineries. No need to leave your dog behind to enjoy a tasty meal away from home—you can just wine and dine al fresco. Since Gilroy has a mild Mediterranean climate, you can enjoy a great Gilroy getaway with your pets any time of year. Read more.