Where to stay and play in Big Bear
Big Bear Lake shines in autumn with golden leaves, warm days and cooler evenings under starry skies. Lower lodging rates and fewer crowds mean more room for your dog to play at this mountain getaway.
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Yosemite Mariposa County four day dog-friendly itinerary
This four-day itinerary covers the best of Yosemite Mariposa County with your dog, from historic small towns and pet-friendly restaurants to Bridalveil Fall hikes, Wawona Meadow trails and scenic drives through the park.
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Big Bear Lake: A cool canine retreat
Big Bear Lake in the San Bernardino Mountains is a cool mountain escape for dogs and their people. With 100 miles of hiking trails, lakeside parks, pet-friendly cabins and patio dining, it offers year-round outdoor fun.
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Help Napa Humane create a year of paw-sitive moments
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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Discover dog-friendly Oakland: A canine paradise
Oakland is one of the Bay Area's most dog-welcoming cities, with 73 regional parks, off-leash trails in the hills, sunny weather when San Francisco is socked in with fog, and walkable neighborhoods like Rockridge and Temescal lined with dog-friendly patios…
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How to find a lost dog: Essential tips
If your dog goes missing, act fast. Search your neighborhood, post on social media and local lost-pet groups, contact shelters, and leave familiar-scented items outside your home. These essential tips can help bring your pup back safely.
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Dog-friendly lakes not named “Tahoe”
Skip the Tahoe crowds and explore California's quieter dog-friendly lakes instead. From Clear Lake in Lake County to Big Bear, Shasta Lake and more, these alternatives offer great swimming, boating and shoreline fun with your pup.
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Bark in the Park
Bark in the Park in San Jose is the largest dog festival in the United States, drawing over 15,000 dog lovers. Enjoy costume contests, agility demos, vendors and more at William Street Park while supporting local pet organizations.
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Fall fun with your dog at South Lake Tahoe
Wild Blue Dogs hosts fall camp on 33 fenced acres near South Lake Tahoe, with training in agility, nose work, lure-coursing and more. This nonprofit camp also funds canine cancer research and treatment grants for dogs in need.
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East Bay SPCA Growl Meow & Wine auction live
The East Bay SPCA's Growl Meow and Wine silent auction features hundreds of packages, from hotel stays to sustainable dog gear. All proceeds support the organization's mission of keeping pets and people together.
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The East Bay SPCA now celebrating its 150th anniversary
The East Bay SPCA celebrates 150 years of serving animals and communities in the Bay Area. From its first Oakland shelter in 1922 to affordable veterinary clinics today, the organization continues to lead in animal welfare.
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Pet-friendly accommodations in the California deserts
The California deserts offer pet-friendly lodging from Death Valley to Greater Palm Springs. Stay at rustic motels near Joshua Tree, luxury resorts in Anza-Borrego, or the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs with your dog by your side. Find pet-friendly accommodations…
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