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Maltby’s Public House
Los Altos
Maltby’s has been the local neighborhood pub and restaurant in downtown Los Altos for 17 years now, where regulars come to the bar and just have to say “I’ll have the usual” and their drink is ready for them.
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California hotels that don’t just tolerate dogs—they adore them
From Cypress Inn's Yappy Hours in Carmel to canine massages at Nick's Cove in Marin, these California hotels genuinely love dogs. Expect welcome treats, dedicated pet menus, adventure packages and luxury bedding designed for four-legged guests.
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Mid-peninsula’s marvelous preserves
Santa Clara County and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District offer tens of thousands of acres of dog-friendly parkland. Pulgas Ridge stands out with 16 acres of off-leash play and six miles of trails.
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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 --…
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