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Downtown Dogs
San Jose
Located in the vibrant heart of downtown San Jose, Downtown Dogs has been a trusted haven for furry companions and their busy owners since 1998.
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Palo Alto Dog Owners
Palo Alto
Palo Alto Dog Owners is a go-to resource for dog enthusiasts in Palo Alto seeking the ideal location for off-leash dog play and valuable dog-related information.
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Gavilan Kennel Club
Gilroy
Gavilan Kennel Club is a dog owners group in Gilroy in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.
Read morePup Plaza
San Jose
Pup Plaza in San Jose, Santa Clara County, is a premier dog community center dedicated to fostering the bond between dogs and their owners.
Read moreSanta Clara Dog Training Club
San Jose
Santa Clara Dog Training Club is a dog owners group in San Jose in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.
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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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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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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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DogTrekker® 15th anniversary
DogTrekker.com celebrates 15 years of helping California dog lovers travel together, supporting animal welfare groups and inspiring millions of readers since launching in June 2011. DogTrekker.com launched 15 years ago, guided by a mission to leave no dog behind --…
Read morePawsh 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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Capitol Corridor’s pet-friendly rail program marks successful first year
The Capitol Corridor's Pets Onboard program has carried over 1,000 pets between Sacramento, Oakland and San Jose in its first year. Small dogs and cats ride for $29 each way, giving pet owners a practical alternative to highway traffic.
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