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Citizen Canine
Oakland
Conveniently located near Oakland International Airport in Alameda County, Citizen Canine is a premier dog hotel in the East Bay Area. This establishment offers top-notch doggie day care and luxurious overnight boarding in deluxe private suites.
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Dog Social Club
Oakland
The Dog Social Club in Oakland, Alameda County, is a premier destination for dog daycare and boarding services. With a commitment to providing the highest quality care, they prioritize safe and enriching structured activities for your furry companion.
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Happy Hound
Oakland
Happy Hound, the renowned dog boarding facility in the East Bay, is a haven for furry companions in Oakland, Alameda County.
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The Barkmont
Berkeley
Welcome to The Barkmont, where your furry friend's happiness and well-being are our top priorities.
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Wag Hotels – Oakland
Oakland
Our Oakland hotel is the newest facility in the Wag family. This state of the art facility offers the ultimate in fun, safety, and convenience for dogs, cats, and owners alike.
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Club K9
Castro Valley
"Club K9, located in Castro Valley, Alameda County, is a premier destination offering a range of services for your furry companion. With a focus on providing top-notch care, Club K9 excels in day care, boarding, and grooming services.
Read moreDublin Creek Kennels
Dublin
Dublin Creek Kennels, located in Dublin, Alameda County, in the East Bay Area, sets itself apart with a commitment that extends beyond traditional kenneling services.
Read moreEvery Dog Has Its Daycare
Emeryville
Every Dog Has Its Daycare is a dog boarding and pet sitting service in Emeryville in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.
Read moreJust Pet Me
Oakland
Just Pet Me is a premier doggie daycare, pet hotel, and spa located in Oakland, serving the Alameda County and East Bay Area.
Read moreRed Rover Pet Care
Oakland
Red Rover in Oakland is here to keep you and your pets happy by offering an array of services to meet scattered needs and busy schedules.
Read moreThe Woof Pack
Fremont
"The Woof Pack, located in Fremont, Alameda County, offers a comprehensive range of dog-friendly services in the East Bay Area.
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Leptospirosis in California dogs: a Bay Area owner’s guide
Leptospirosis is now a core canine vaccine, and Northern California — especially the Bay Area, North Coast, and Sierra foothills — is one of the higher-risk pockets in the country. What the latest peer-reviewed research says about the disease, the…
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Why Bay Area leash rules aren’t bureaucracy
The Bay Area is arguably the best urban dog-hiking region in America. Here's why its leash rules exist — and why following them protects access.
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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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Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area
The Bay Area has dozens of rescue groups across San Francisco, the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, North Bay, and Wine Country. We round up the shelters, breed-specific rescues, and senior dog sanctuaries ready to match you with your next…
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Best dog-friendly hikes in the East Bay
The East Bay Regional Park District manages over 125,000 acres across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. From Point Isabel's off-leash shoreline to Mission Peak's steep summit climb, these are the regional parks every Bay Area dog should know.
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in the Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area offers one of the most extensive networks of accessible, dog-friendly trails in California. From the paved waterfront promenades of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to the wide levee paths maintained by the East Bay…
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