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Animal Samaritans Vet Clinic
Thousand Palms
Animal Samaritans is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit animal welfare organization committed to eliminating the euthanasia of adoptable animals.
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Country Club Animal Clinic
Palm Desert
Country Club Animal Clinic, owned by Dr. Lillian Roberts, is a leading veterinary facility in Palm Desert, Riverside County. Dr.
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VCA Valley
Indio
VCA Valley Animal Medical Center Emergency Hospital is a 24-hour full service and emergency animal medical center in the Coachella Valley area offering around the clock expert care to your pet.
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Palm Desert Pet Hospital
Palm Desert
Palm Desert Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice covering routine care, emergency situations, and surgical services.
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14 dog-friendly vacation rentals across Greater Palm Springs, from Desert Hot Springs to Rancho Mirage, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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Paws, heat, and the fragile crust beneath
California desert dog travel: why surface heat, fragile cryptobiotic soil, and trail etiquette matter more in Palm Springs than a Sierra meadow.
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Heatstroke and hot pavement: California dog summer safety
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California
Southern California’s diverse landscape — from mountain lakes to desert oases to coastal bluffs — offers a surprising number of paved and accessible trails where handlers with mobility needs and their dogs can enjoy the outdoors together. Whether we’re talking…
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Where to stay with your dog in Palm Springs
Greater Palm Springs has figured out something most desert towns haven’t: dogs are good for business. The result is a hotel market where pet policies go beyond “tolerated” to something closer to “actively welcomed.” Here’s where to stay, what it…
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Fetch the perfect spring escape in Greater Palm Springs
Spring is the perfect time to explore Greater Palm Springs with your pup — mild temperatures, desert blooms, and dog-friendly trails, hotels, and patios. Our guide covers Mission Creek, Whitewater, La Quinta Resort, Boozehounds and more, plus how to time…
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