Featured coffee houses
Cole Coffee
Oakland
Cole Coffee, a dog-friendly establishment in Rockridge, North Oakland, has been a local favorite for over 27 years.
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Masses Pastries
Berkeley
In Berkeley's vibrant Gourmet Ghetto, Masses Pastries has been a beloved fixture since 1997, attracting locals and visitors alike with its impeccable quality and exquisite artistry.
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Xochi the Dog, Cafe
Oakland
Xochi the Dog, Cafe is a dog-friendly community-oriented cafe in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Oakland that's all about great coffee and treats for both humans and their furry friends.
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Coffee Mill & Bakery
Oakland
In Oakland, Alameda County, within the vibrant East Bay Area, lies the renowned Coffee Mill & Bakery.
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Livermore
Panama Bay Coffee, located in Livermore, Alameda County, is a beloved spot in the East Bay Area for both locals and visitors.
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What every dog lover should learn from the Miranda’s case
A Humboldt County rescue that took 1,200-plus dogs from California shelters is under criminal investigation. Here's what the case reveals about the system — and how to vet a rescue yourself in 20 minutes.
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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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