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Livermore Veterinary Hospital
Livermore
Livermore Veterinary Hospital in Livermore, Alameda County, is a reputable small animal veterinary hospital offering a wide range of services for furry companions.
Read morePet Food Express Livermore
Livermore
Pet Food Express is one of the country's leading independent pet food and supply retailers. With 38 stores, all located in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, Pet Food Express is the eighth largest pet specialty retailer in the USA.
Read moreRescue Contacts
Livermore
Rescue Contacts is a dog rescue and shelter organization in Livermore in California’s San Francisco Bay Area dedicated to finding loving homes for dogs in need.
Read moreTails of Gray
Livermore
Tails of Gray is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue organization located in Livermore, Alameda County, in the East Bay Area.
Read moreThe Pampered Poodle
Livermore
The Pampered Poodle in Livermore, located in Alameda County's East Bay Area, is a go-to destination for pet owners seeking top-notch grooming services.
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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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Breaking news from the Bay Area
Great news for Bay Area dog owners. The East Bay Regional Park District has dropped dog fees in 2025, giving pups free access to 73 parks with 1,250 miles of trails across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Pleasant Hill makes…
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Discover dog-friendly Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill in Contra Costa County offers dog-friendly wineries, off-leash parks, scenic trails and a welcoming downtown with patio dining. Nearby regional parks and nature preserves round out a perfect East Bay outing with your pup.
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Top destination stories of 2023
DogTrekker's most popular 2023 destination stories span the Golden State, from Sacramento's walkable dog scene to Placer County's mountain trails and beyond. These paw-tested reader favorites are packed with ideas to inspire your next California road trip.
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So, what’s to do with your dog in Concord?
Concord has plenty to get tails wagging, from off-leash romps at Baldwin Dog Park to miles of trails at Lime Ridge and Shell Ridge Open Space. Drive up Mount Diablo for panoramic views or cruise the Iron Horse Trail.
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Tri-Valley: open space and wine country for your dog
The Tri-Valley east of San Francisco combines dog-friendly wine country, craft beer trails, and tens of thousands of acres of open space where dogs can roam off-leash. Pleasanton Ridge, Dublin Hills, and Del Valle Regional Park are standout picks.
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