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Wente Vineyard
Livermore
Wente Vineyard, located in Livermore Valley, Alameda County, is a historic winery with a rich legacy dating back to 1883. Founded by C. H.
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Castro Valley
In the rolling hills of Castro Valley, just an hour's drive from the bustling streets of San Francisco, Westover & Palomares Vineyards offer a serene...
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Livermore
Wood Family Vineyards, a family-run winery in the eastern foothills of Livermore Valley, offers a unique experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Livermore
Working Man Brewing Company, a microbrewery located at 5542 Brisa Street in Livermore, CA, offers a welcoming atmosphere for beer enthusiasts and their furry companions in the East Bay Area.
Read moreZephyr Grill & Bar
Livermore
Located in Livermore in the vibrant East Bay Area, Zephyr Grill & Bar is a hidden gem that warmly welcomes both two-legged and four-legged guests.
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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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