Videos Blog
Run, jump, play! Check out our DogTrekker and partner videos here. Find helpful tutorials on how to get the most out of your pup. Get tips from experienced owners and learn from the pros! Plus, find all our favorite places to take your four-legged friend for a day of fun. From local hikes and trails to off-leash dog parks and events – we have it all covered. Come explore with us!
Paddleboard with your dog at Bass Lake (video)
Bass Lake in Madera County, just 35 miles from Yosemite, is a fantastic spot for paddleboarding with your dog. This video shows how to play like a local on the lake's calm, clear waters.
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Big Bear Lake warms up: events for 2026
Big Bear Lake kicks off 2026 with the Polar Plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics on April 18, followed by the third annual Puptopia Festival on July 25. Expect agility courses, costume contests, and a full day of tail-wagging fun at…
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Dog-friendly Tuolumne County (video)
Tuolumne County puts Yosemite, Gold Country, and High Sierra adventures within easy reach. Just two and a half hours from the Bay Area, this dog-friendly region offers year-round outdoor recreation, wine tasting, history, and camera-ready scenery around every bend.
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Dog surfing competitions and lessons in Southern California
Southern California hosts dog surfing competitions in Huntington Beach, Imperial Beach, and Del Mar throughout summer. If your pup wants in, lessons are available on Dog Beach in Del Mar with board and life vest included.
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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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Bass Lake video
Less than 35 miles from Yosemite's front gate, Bass Lake offers crystal-clear waters, dog-friendly trails, and a laid-back local atmosphere. Whether you're swimming, hiking, or just exploring the shoreline, it's a perfect day trip or weekend escape with your pup.
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The story of Sid: A senior dog rescue (video)
Senior dog Sid was rescued from a shelter and entered Muttville's fospice program, where he spent his final year exploring, snuggling, and being loved. This touching video tells the story of his second chance at a good life.
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