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High Plateau Humane Society
Alturas
High Plateau Humane Society (HPHS) is the only organization in Modoc County that is set up specifically to help the local shelters.
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Sheepdog trials in California: Brilliant dogs, bewildered sheep
Sheepdog trials test outrun, fetch, drive, shed, and pen on a scored 100-point course. California hosts a deep trial tradition, and the USBCHA National Finals return to Alturas in 2026. Expect brilliant Border Collies and deeply unimpressed sheep.
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Modoc County: High desert fun for four-legged friends
Modoc County offers high-desert solitude near the Oregon and Nevada borders. Spot over 200 bird species at the wildlife refuge, soak with your dog at Surprise Valley Hot Springs, hike the Modoc National Forest and stargaze under wide-open skies.
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