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Santa Cruz, CA

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Aqua Breeze Inn, a dog-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, California

Aqua Breeze Inn

Situated just moments away from the stunning ocean and the lively "The Beach Boardwalk" amusement park, Aqua Breeze Inn in Santa Cruz is a haven for families looking…

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Bay Front Inn, a dog-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, California

Bay Front Inn

Bay Front Inn in Santa Cruz offers dog-friendly rooms in a prime waterfront location, with fresh accommodations and complimentary bike rentals for guests.

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Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Unfussy all-suite hotel with free Wi-Fi, breakfast & parking, plus a fitness center & a steam room.

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Chaminade Resort & Spa

The AAA Four Diamond, award-winning Chaminade Resort & Spa is a spectacular mountaintop hotel in Santa Cruz, California featuring 156 guest rooms located among the towering Eucalyptus and…

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Continental Inn, a dog-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz, California

Continental Inn

Located just minutes away from the vibrant Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Continental Inn is more than just a hotel - it's a cozy retreat brimming with character…

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Where to eat & drink in Santa Cruz

Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs

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Aldo's Harbor Restaurant, a dog-friendly restaurant in Santa Cruz, California

Aldo’s Harbor Restaurant

Aldo's Harbor Restaurant in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, along the Central Coast, offers a delightful dining experience for both you and your furry companion.

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Aloha Island Grille, a dog-friendly restaurant in Santa Cruz, California

Aloha Island Grille

In the vibrant beach town of Santa Cruz, Aloha Island Grille offers a taste of the tropics right in California. This hidden gem is a haven for both…

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Assembly, a dog-friendly restaurant in Santa Cruz, California

Assembly

In the vibrant coastal town of Santa Cruz, Assembly is a culinary gem that seamlessly blends rustic California cuisine with a contemporary twist.

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Betty Burgers - Midtown, a dog-friendly restaurant in Santa Cruz, California

Betty Burgers – Midtown

Located in Midtown Santa Cruz, Betty Burgers is a beloved local spot that offers a delicious menu of classic American comfort food.

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Birichino Winery

Founded in 2008 by Alex Krause and John Locke, Birichino Winery in Santa Cruz County is a renowned establishment with a focus on achieving the perfect balance of…

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Trails, parks & water in Santa Cruz

Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches

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Anna Jean Cummings Park, a dog-friendly park in Santa Cruz, California

Anna Jean Cummings Park

Located in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, on the Central Coast, Anna Jean Cummings Park is a vibrant community park offering a plethora of amenities for visitors of…

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Branciforte Dog Park

Dirt surface. Hours: sunrise-sunset

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Chanticleer Dog Park, a dog-friendly dog park in Santa Cruz, California

Chanticleer Dog Park

In the vibrant city of Santa Cruz on the Central Coast of California, Chanticleer Dog Park is a haven for four-legged friends and their owners alike.

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Chestnut Park - Santa Cruz, a dog-friendly park in Santa Cruz, California

Chestnut Park – Santa Cruz

In Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, visitors can explore the serene Chestnut Park. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, this park offers a peaceful retreat for both locals and…

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Covewater Paddle Surf, a dog-friendly water recreation spot in Santa Cruz, California

Covewater Paddle Surf

Covewater Paddle Surf, the only dedicated stand-up paddleboarding shop in the Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay area, has been a pioneer in the sport since its opening in 2010.

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Local services in Santa Cruz

Vets, groomers & boarding

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Adobe Animal Hospital, Santa Cruz

Adobe Animal Hospital

Pet Wellness care is our primary mission at the Adobe Animal Hospital of Soquel. Early diagnosis of diseases or problems gives us more treatment options for your pets.…

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All Pets Veterinary Clinic

Conveniently located in the Seabright area, All Pets Veterinary Clinic was established in 1986. We have always dedicated ourselves to providing you and your pet with personalized and…

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Animal Hospital of Soquel Inc.

Welcome to the newly renovated Animal Hospital of Soquel Inc., where your furry companions are treated with the utmost care and compassion.

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Animal Shelter Relief Rescue, a dog-friendly animal rescue in Santa Cruz, California

Animal Shelter Relief Rescue

Animal Shelter Relief Rescue (ASR) is an all-volunteer, non-profit, 501(c)(3) animal rescue organization located in Santa Cruz, CA.

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Ark Animal Hospital

Ark Animal Hospital in Santa Cruz is more than just a pet health care facility; it's a haven for furry companions and their devoted owners.

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California’s best dog-friendly resorts

California’s best dog-friendly resorts

Resorts are different from hotels. A hotel is somewhere you sleep between activities. A resort is the activity — grounds you can walk for an hour, restaurants and bars on the property, water access, real space for a dog to settle in over multiple nights…

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Dog-friendly Bay Area spring getaways under 2 hours

Dog-friendly Bay Area spring getaways under 2 hours

Five spring dog-friendly escapes under two hours from San Francisco or Oakland: Half Moon Bay and Pescadero, Healdsburg and the Russian River, Calistoga and upper Napa, Bodega Bay and the Sonoma Coast, and Santa Cruz on the edge of Monterey Bay.

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Dog-friendly breweries in California: your spring patio season guide

Dog-friendly breweries in California: your spring patio season guide

Spring patio season is here, and California has more than 350 dog-friendly breweries across the state. From Lagunitas in Petaluma to Firestone Walker in Paso Robles and Cool Beerwerks in Gold Country, here is where to start your paws-and-pints tour.

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Dog-friendly Santa Cruz: spring guide to beaches, trails, patios

Dog-friendly Santa Cruz: spring guide to beaches, trails, patios

Santa Cruz in April delivers off-leash beaches like Its Beach, greenbelt trails through Pogonip, walkable coastal paths, and dozens of dog-friendly patios and hotels. It is an easy weekend from the Bay Area before the summer crowds arrive.

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Planning a California coast trip around your dog

Planning a California coast trip around your dog

Planning a California coast trip around your dog isn't a compromise. From off-leash sand at Huntington Dog Beach to boutique inns in Mendocino, the Golden State's shoreline rewards travelers who bring their four-legged companions along for the ride.

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Pawsh on the mountain: a dog day at Chaminade

Chaminade Resort in Santa Cruz hosts Pawsh Retreat on August 24, featuring dog pools, pet massages, agility games, a canine fashion show and adoptable pups. Admission is free with a suggested donation benefiting the Santa Cruz SPCA.

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