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DogTrekker® 15th Anniversary

DogTrekker® 15th Anniversary

DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind – whether at home, while traveling, or in shelters. Since June 2011, the platform has become California’s trusted source for pup-friendly travel inspiration. While engaging millions of loyal readers, DogTrekker has also supported animal welfare groups across the Golden State.

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Season of Giving: Support animal welfare organizations in California

Season of Giving: Support animal welfare organizations in California

As the season of giving unfolds, the DogTrekker team turns our hearts and pocketbooks towards those rescue/adoption organizations that make lives more joyful and meaningful – especially the lives of our loyal canine companions. Throughout California, numerous animal welfare groups tirelessly work to ensure that every dog experiences the love and care they deserve.

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Visit a close-in, dog-friendly campground

Visit a close-in, dog-friendly campground

Even if you’re an urban dweller, you don’t have to go far to snag a spot in the woods (although you might have trouble with reservations).

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Jessica’s haven

Jessica’s haven

Back in 2008, serendipity struck when Laura Cottingham and Laura Hislop took over a dog kennel in San Rafael—and Hislop's daughter Jessica, who had some disabilities, didn't care that much for people, but loved animals, was in heaven. The dogs loved her right back, and Jessica's Haven & Rescue was born as a place for kids and adults with disabilities to spend quality time with dogs, most of whom need a bit of extra nurturing (like puppies or shy dogs) or medical attention before they find their families. It's good for the dogs, who get to soak up the love, and it's good for special-needs folks, who also get to soak up the love, and learn responsibility for themselves and others too.

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Make it a family affair in Marin County

Make it a family affair in Marin County

Marin County it’s been said, has a larger population of dogs than of children. Whether that’s urban legend or fact, residents are definitely known to dote on their four-legged family members.

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Spaying or neutering your dog

Spaying or neutering your dog

By Bill Barboni, DVM and Chris Pitts, RVT, Marin Pet Hospital, San Rafael, CAThere are a lot of reasons that we recommend you spay or neuter your dog. Some reasons have to do with your dog's behavior. Other reasons have to do with your dog's health.

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