Reader experiences Blog
We love hearing paw-tested stories from readers and want to share them with other DogTrekkers. Please join our growing group of official ‘Paw-Testers’ by sending us cool dog-friendly places to take your pup along with a photo. Share your favorite California dog experience and we’ll post your trek in this section. Thanks!
The hidden costs of ‘pet-friendly’ hotels in California
That "pet-friendly" hotel label can hide steep fees, musty designated rooms, strict weight limits and absurd breed restrictions. Before booking, learn to spot the red flags and find California lodgings that genuinely welcome your dog.
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Hop on, paws up: JSX makes dog travel easy
JSX lets dogs fly in the cabin on 30-seat jets with no security lines and no cargo holds. Pups up to 79 pounds ride beside you on routes connecting Burbank, Oakland, Napa and other California cities, making weekend getaways stress-free.
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Visit dog-friendly Shelter Cove
A DogTrekker reader shares a video tour of Shelter Cove, a remote and dog-friendly coastal town in Humboldt County. This hidden gem on California's Lost Coast is well worth the winding drive for adventurous pups and their people.
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