Other local services
Pinole Shelter – Lost Dogs
Pinole
Visit the Animal Services shelter (Martinez or Pinole) nearest you as soon as possible.
Read morePoint Isabel Dog Owners
Richmond
Point Isabel Dog Owners and Friends (PIDO) is an organization dedicated to maintaining Point Isabel Regional Shoreline in Richmond, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, as a premier off-leash dog area.
Read morePomeranian Rescue Group
Hercules
Hercules, located in Alameda County within the East Bay Area, is home to the renowned Pomeranian Rescue Group. This registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating Pomeranians in need.
Read moreSAGE veterinary center
Concord
SAGE Centers for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care in Concord, located in Contra Costa County within the East Bay Area, is a premier destination for pet emergency services.
Read moreSan Ramon Veterinary Hospital
San Ramon
San Ramon Veterinary Hospital, located in San Ramon, Contra Costa County, in the East Bay Area, is a top-tier full-service veterinary hospital.
Read moreShamPooches
San Ramon
Established in 1993, ShamPooches has been recognized as the "Best in the East Bay" by Diablo Magazine for an impressive fourteen consecutive years.
Read moreThrow Me a Bone Dog Rescue
Oakley
In East Contra Costa County, Throw Me a Bone Dog Rescue stands as a beacon of hope for our four-legged friends in need.
Read moreUmbrella of Hope Rescue
Pittsburg
Umbrella of Hope Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in East Contra Costa County, California, is a beacon of hope for animals in need.
Read moreUnited Veterinary Specialty
San Jose
United Veterinary Specialty is an emergency veterinary or pet services provider in San Jose in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.
Read moreValley Veterinary Hospital
Walnut Creek
Valley Veterinary Hospital is an emergency veterinary or pet services provider in Walnut Creek in California’s San Francisco Bay Area.
Read moreVCA Monte Vista
Concord
VCA Monte Vista Animal Hospital in Concord, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a premier destination for pet healthcare.
Read moreWaggs and Whiskers
El Sobrante
Waggs and Whiskers, located in El Sobrante, Contra Costa County, in the East Bay Area, is a premier destination for pet grooming services.
Read moreWags and Whiskers Pet Boutique
Walnut Creek
They characterize their boutique as Urban-Chic.
Read moreWhole Foods Market
San Ramon
Whole Foods Market in San Ramon, Contra Costa County, East Bay Area, is a haven for pet owners seeking high-quality dog food and supplies.
Read moreWoof Boarding and Daycare
San Ramon
Welcome to Woof Boarding and Daycare, a haven for dog lovers seeking top-notch care for their beloved furry companions in the East Bay area.
Read moreWunderbar’s Pet Hotel
Walnut Creek
Wunderbar's Pet Hotel, established in 1980, is a beloved destination for furry friends in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County.
Read moreMore Adventures in Contra Costa County
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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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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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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Hop on, paws up: JSX makes dog travel easy
JSX lets dogs fly in the cabin on 30-seat jets with no security lines and no cargo holds. Pups up to 79 pounds ride beside you on routes connecting Burbank, Oakland, Napa and other California cities, making weekend getaways stress-free.
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Capitol Corridor’s pet-friendly rail program marks successful first year
The Capitol Corridor's Pets Onboard program has carried over 1,000 pets between Sacramento, Oakland and San Jose in its first year. Small dogs and cats ride for $29 each way, giving pet owners a practical alternative to highway traffic.
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