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Nuevo Dog Park
Santa Clara
WARNING! Welcome to Nuevo Dog Park, a haven for both furry friends and their human companions.
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Reed Street Dog Park
Santa Clara
The Reed Street Dog Park is a 1.5 acre City park that is the only City park that allows dogs to run off-leash. All other City parks require owners to have their dogs on a six foot leash at all times.
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Nuevo dog park (large)
Santa Clara
Hours: Mo-Su 07:00-(sunset+00:30); Tu 12:00-(sunset+00:30). Operated by: City of Santa Clara
Read moreNuevo dog park (small)
Santa Clara
Hours: Mu-Su 07:00-(sunset+00:30); Tu 12:00-(sunset+00:30). Operated by: City of Santa Clara
Read moreUlistac Natural Area
Santa Clara
All dogs must be kept on a 6 ft. leash at all times within Ulistac Natural Area. Please be aware that there is foxtail grass at Ulistac, and this can cause a problem for dogs.
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Illness shuts down Nuevo Dog Park in Santa Clara
Nuevo Dog Park in Santa Clara closed indefinitely after multiple dogs fell severely ill and one died following visits. City officials are testing for toxins while pet owners share stories of sudden vomiting, seizures and emergency vet trips.
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Celebrate National Puppy Day: Your guide to puppy adoption
National Puppy Day is the perfect time to consider adopting a new furry family member. Shelters and rescue organizations across California, from Sonoma County to San Diego, have puppies and dogs waiting for loving homes.
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Sip and savor with your pup: Fall winery-trekking
Fall is prime time for dog-friendly wine tasting in California. Skip the crowds and pricey fees with laid-back visits to wineries near Sacramento, in Vacaville's Suisun Valley, and along Mendocino County's scenic Highway 101 and 128 wine roads.
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Santa Clara County’s pet-friendly wine trail
The Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail stretches 30 miles between San Jose and Gilroy, with over 30 wineries and a rich history. Many tasting rooms welcome dogs, and a Wine Trail Passport makes repeat visits easy.
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Dog-friendly restaurants and wineries in Gilroy, CA
Gilroy, the Garlic Capital of the World, boasts a generous lineup of dog-friendly restaurants and wineries. Enjoy al fresco dining and vineyard visits along the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail any time of year.
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Hiding in plain sight: Santa Clara Valley wine trail
Gilroy sits in the heart of the Santa Clara Valley, one of California's oldest wine-growing regions with more than 35 family-owned wineries. Many welcome dogs, and a Wine Trail Pass gives you year-round tasting access with dog-friendly stops clearly marked.
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