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Del Monte Kennel Club
Pebble Beach
The Del Monte Kennel Club, located in Pebble Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a premier establishment dedicated to promoting the sport of purebred dogs and fostering responsible dog ownership.
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Friends of Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
Friends of Santa Cruz County Animals (FOSCCA) is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to supporting the vital work of the Santa Cruz County Animal Services.
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Dog Training Club of Salinas
Castroville
The Dog Training Club of Salinas Valley, located in Castroville, Monterey County, on the Central Coast, is an AKC affiliated club dedicated to helping dog owners train their furry companions effectively.
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Watsonville
Monterey Bay Dog Training Club, located in Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, is a reputable establishment dedicated to fostering responsible dog ownership through obedience and agility training.
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Santa Maria
The Santa Maria Kennel Club, Inc., situated in Santa Maria on the sunny Central Coast of California, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and enjoyment of purebred dogs.
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8 dog-friendly cabins in Monterey and Big Sur
8 dog-friendly cabins across Monterey and Big Sur, from Big Sur to Pacific Grove, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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Spring in Paso Robles with your dog
Paso Robles wine country has a short window every year when the hills turn electric green, the vines are just starting to leaf out, and the tasting rooms…
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Central Coast nesting season: a dog owner’s calendar
Month-by-month guide to Central Coast beach closures for snowy plover nesting, plus dog-friendly beaches that stay open March through September.
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Heatstroke and hot pavement: California dog summer safety
Heatstroke kills 50–64% of affected dogs, and 3 out of 4 cases are caused by exercise — not hot weather alone. Here's what California dog owners need to know about hot pavement, warning signs, emergency cooling, and the state law…
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An easy California dog trip for seniors
California suits seniors traveling with dogs when the trip is built around short drives, easy walks, cooler weather and stops with clear pet rules.
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Santa Barbara with your dog: what locals keep quiet
Santa Barbara's dog-friendly secret isn't on the downtown wharf: it's in the foothills, the canyons, and a beach the locals still call Hendry's. Here's where we actually go on a Central Coast weekend.
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